501st Legion : Garrison Excelsior

Garrison Excelsior is part of the 501st Legion of Imperial Stormtroopers, a professional costuming group that takes great joy out of constructing movie accurate costumes from the Star Wars Universe. Our unit of the legion covers Upstate NY (the shaded area of the map below.)

Our purpose is to bring fun and joy to the multitudes of Star Wars fans throughout the world, while also introducing the world of Star Wars to a whole new generation, with the release of the new Star Wars movies.

For pictures and more information on our costumes, please go to the Gallery Page.

If you know of, or are part of a children's based charity, and would like us to attend, please contact us. We'd love to hear from you.

The members of Garrison Excelsior are the regional representatives of the global Star Wars costuming group known as the 501st Legion of Imperial Stormtroopers. Through group discussions and organized appearances, we strive to memorialize the Star Wars films and create an exciting atmosphere to fans and the general public. Members of the garrison promote unity, encourage the creativity of the art of costume making, assist charities by promoting and participating in their events, wear the detailed costumes at public appearances, and to strive EVER UPWARD

Garrison Excelsior's 3rd Anniversary!
by BobaChris12 on Fri May 15, 2009 2:28 pm
May 15 marks the 3rd Anniversary of Garrison Excelsior's formation as an official garrison of the 501st. During that time, garrison members have trooped numerous events, raised much awareness and funds for charities, and shared countless smiles with communities throughout Upstate New York.

We look forward to many more anniversaries and continue to strive Ever Upward!

2009 Garrison Excelsior Command Staff Announced
by BobaChris12 on Thu Mar 05, 2009 3:50 pm
The 2009 Garrison Excelsior Officers and Command Staff have been elected and announced. Please join me in welcoming the new staff as we look forward to a fun & successful year!

Command Officers:
Mike Ruiz (TX 4277): Garrison Commanding Officer (CO)
Andy Lindsay (BH 8672) : Garrison Executive Officer (XO)

Administrative Officers:
Scott Bubel (DZ 2898) : Garrison Web Liaison (GWL)
Chris Solecki (TS 2904) : Garrison Public Relations Officer (GPRO)
Wendy Wassmer (SL 3845) : Garrison Membership Liaison (GML)
Matt Dundon (TK 8868) : Garrison Merchandising and Branding Officer (GMBO)
Darren Blum (TK 8399) : Garrison Webmaster (GWM)
Nicky Blum (DZ 8397): Garrison Event Coordinator (GEC)

TK-9069 is now Elite
by Doc_Bev on Thu Jan 08, 2009 11:58 pm
Congratulations to one of our newest members, Tim, TK-9069. He has been granted "Elite" status for his ANH Stormtrooper over at the 501st Legion's First Imperial Stormtrooper Detachment (www.whitearmor.net). Way to go trooper!