501st Midwest Garrison
@midwestgarrison501.bsky.social
The MWG is the Illinois chapter of the 501st Legion, the world's largest Star Wars costuming group.
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Meet your Midwest Garrison 2025 Command Staff!
December 2, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We want YOU, to join our team!
The Midwest Garrison is always looking for new troopers to join our growing roster of members, and you can be part of it. For more information on our cause, visit midwestgarrison.com.
#BadGuysDoingGood #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion
The Midwest Garrison is always looking for new troopers to join our growing roster of members, and you can be part of it. For more information on our cause, visit midwestgarrison.com.
#BadGuysDoingGood #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion
December 1, 2025 at 11:36 AM
We want YOU, to join our team!
The Midwest Garrison is always looking for new troopers to join our growing roster of members, and you can be part of it. For more information on our cause, visit midwestgarrison.com.
#BadGuysDoingGood #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion
The Midwest Garrison is always looking for new troopers to join our growing roster of members, and you can be part of it. For more information on our cause, visit midwestgarrison.com.
#BadGuysDoingGood #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion
"Here we see the crafty Scout Trooper performing advanced reconnaissance by blending in with the local residents. The similar black and white patterns let them go unnoticed by the others."
Photo by McCaffrey Photography
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Photo by McCaffrey Photography
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November 29, 2025 at 3:02 PM
"Here we see the crafty Scout Trooper performing advanced reconnaissance by blending in with the local residents. The similar black and white patterns let them go unnoticed by the others."
Photo by McCaffrey Photography
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st
Photo by McCaffrey Photography
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We hope everyone had a safe and happy Thanksgiving! The troops had their fill and are ready to troop this weekend!
On Friday, we will be doing another Festival of Lights Parade, this time in Crystal Lake.
Also, we will be attending the Winter Wonderland Parade in Pekin.
We hope to see you there!
On Friday, we will be doing another Festival of Lights Parade, this time in Crystal Lake.
Also, we will be attending the Winter Wonderland Parade in Pekin.
We hope to see you there!
November 28, 2025 at 3:04 PM
We hope everyone had a safe and happy Thanksgiving! The troops had their fill and are ready to troop this weekend!
On Friday, we will be doing another Festival of Lights Parade, this time in Crystal Lake.
Also, we will be attending the Winter Wonderland Parade in Pekin.
We hope to see you there!
On Friday, we will be doing another Festival of Lights Parade, this time in Crystal Lake.
Also, we will be attending the Winter Wonderland Parade in Pekin.
We hope to see you there!
The Midwest Garrison wants to wish YOU a very safe and happy Thanksgiving!
We hope you enjoy time with your friends and family with a lot of amazing food!
Featuring TI-36285
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #ThanksgivingDay @the501stlegion.bsky.social
We hope you enjoy time with your friends and family with a lot of amazing food!
Featuring TI-36285
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #ThanksgivingDay @the501stlegion.bsky.social
November 27, 2025 at 10:29 AM
The Midwest Garrison wants to wish YOU a very safe and happy Thanksgiving!
We hope you enjoy time with your friends and family with a lot of amazing food!
Featuring TI-36285
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #ThanksgivingDay @the501stlegion.bsky.social
We hope you enjoy time with your friends and family with a lot of amazing food!
Featuring TI-36285
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #ThanksgivingDay @the501stlegion.bsky.social
Be sure to watch the Midwest Garrison walk in the Chicago Thanksgiving Day parade, Thursday, November 27th! The parade starts at 8am.
If you can't see them in person, the parade will be broadcast on local Channel 2 and streamed online.
Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
If you can't see them in person, the parade will be broadcast on local Channel 2 and streamed online.
Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
November 26, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Be sure to watch the Midwest Garrison walk in the Chicago Thanksgiving Day parade, Thursday, November 27th! The parade starts at 8am.
If you can't see them in person, the parade will be broadcast on local Channel 2 and streamed online.
Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
If you can't see them in person, the parade will be broadcast on local Channel 2 and streamed online.
Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
💥IMPERIAL ANNOUNCEMENT💥
Please join us in congratulating Chris, TI-59651, on the approval of his TIE Pilot: Original Trilogy kit for the Jolly Roger Squadron Detachment.
"TIE pilots served in the Starfighter Corps of the Imperial Navy by piloting the various TIE Series starfighters."
#StarWars
Please join us in congratulating Chris, TI-59651, on the approval of his TIE Pilot: Original Trilogy kit for the Jolly Roger Squadron Detachment.
"TIE pilots served in the Starfighter Corps of the Imperial Navy by piloting the various TIE Series starfighters."
#StarWars
November 25, 2025 at 3:02 PM
💥IMPERIAL ANNOUNCEMENT💥
Please join us in congratulating Chris, TI-59651, on the approval of his TIE Pilot: Original Trilogy kit for the Jolly Roger Squadron Detachment.
"TIE pilots served in the Starfighter Corps of the Imperial Navy by piloting the various TIE Series starfighters."
#StarWars
Please join us in congratulating Chris, TI-59651, on the approval of his TIE Pilot: Original Trilogy kit for the Jolly Roger Squadron Detachment.
"TIE pilots served in the Starfighter Corps of the Imperial Navy by piloting the various TIE Series starfighters."
#StarWars
Happy National Espresso Day!
Because the Empire runs on caf!
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood
Because the Empire runs on caf!
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood
November 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Happy National Espresso Day!
Because the Empire runs on caf!
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood
Because the Empire runs on caf!
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood
"Huh...I always thought his nickname was 'Sky Guy'."
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November 22, 2025 at 3:04 PM
"Huh...I always thought his nickname was 'Sky Guy'."
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Our troopers in The 332nd Blurrg Squad have two big events happening this weekend!
First, come out for a colorful holiday even as the troops attend the Festival of Lights Parade in East Peoria, IL.
The Illinois Comic Con will also be happening on the 22nd and 23rd at the Peoria Civic Center.
First, come out for a colorful holiday even as the troops attend the Festival of Lights Parade in East Peoria, IL.
The Illinois Comic Con will also be happening on the 22nd and 23rd at the Peoria Civic Center.
November 21, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Our troopers in The 332nd Blurrg Squad have two big events happening this weekend!
First, come out for a colorful holiday even as the troops attend the Festival of Lights Parade in East Peoria, IL.
The Illinois Comic Con will also be happening on the 22nd and 23rd at the Peoria Civic Center.
First, come out for a colorful holiday even as the troops attend the Festival of Lights Parade in East Peoria, IL.
The Illinois Comic Con will also be happening on the 22nd and 23rd at the Peoria Civic Center.
TR-16019 is ready for a weekend of movie watching!
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social
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November 20, 2025 at 3:03 PM
TR-16019 is ready for a weekend of movie watching!
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social
Something seems a little off... but what could it be 🤔
Featuring TB-60090, TX-46712, TK-77751, TS-15311
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social
Featuring TB-60090, TX-46712, TK-77751, TS-15311
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social
November 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Something seems a little off... but what could it be 🤔
Featuring TB-60090, TX-46712, TK-77751, TS-15311
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social
Featuring TB-60090, TX-46712, TK-77751, TS-15311
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social
Due to budget cuts, the TIE Fighter training simulator program will be using...an older model...for our future pilots.
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501st #BadGuysDoingGood #501stlegion
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November 18, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Due to budget cuts, the TIE Fighter training simulator program will be using...an older model...for our future pilots.
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501st #BadGuysDoingGood #501stlegion
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501st #BadGuysDoingGood #501stlegion
Our troopers will be visiting the Vernon Area Public Library for their Mini Comic Con in Lincolnshire, IL on November 15th, from 10am-3pm.
We hope to see you there!
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood
We hope to see you there!
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood
November 14, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Our troopers will be visiting the Vernon Area Public Library for their Mini Comic Con in Lincolnshire, IL on November 15th, from 10am-3pm.
We hope to see you there!
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood
We hope to see you there!
#StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood
Please join us in congratulating Brandon, BH-21015, on being our Trooper of the Month!
Brandon ran in the Chicago Marathon on October 12th and throughout the months leading up to the event, he raised funds more than $1500 towards Lurie Children's Hospital.
Brandon ran in the Chicago Marathon on October 12th and throughout the months leading up to the event, he raised funds more than $1500 towards Lurie Children's Hospital.
November 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Please join us in congratulating Brandon, BH-21015, on being our Trooper of the Month!
Brandon ran in the Chicago Marathon on October 12th and throughout the months leading up to the event, he raised funds more than $1500 towards Lurie Children's Hospital.
Brandon ran in the Chicago Marathon on October 12th and throughout the months leading up to the event, he raised funds more than $1500 towards Lurie Children's Hospital.
The Midwest Garrison attended the Chicago Toy and Game Fair in Rosemont this past weekend. In addition to bringing lots of smiles to all the families, our troops managed to raise $213 for Lurie Children's Hospital!
Impressive! Most impressive!
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Impressive! Most impressive!
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison @the501stlegion.bsky.social
November 10, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The Midwest Garrison attended the Chicago Toy and Game Fair in Rosemont this past weekend. In addition to bringing lots of smiles to all the families, our troops managed to raise $213 for Lurie Children's Hospital!
Impressive! Most impressive!
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison @the501stlegion.bsky.social
Impressive! Most impressive!
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison @the501stlegion.bsky.social
"....like a bantha!"
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November 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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For friends and supporters outside the Legion who would like to help, donations can be made here:
✨ bit.ly/CebuHelp
Any assistance would be appreciated. 💛
#501st #StarWars #501stCares #CebuScarifGarrison #TyphoonTinoRelief #BadGuysDoingGood
✨ bit.ly/CebuHelp
Any assistance would be appreciated. 💛
#501st #StarWars #501stCares #CebuScarifGarrison #TyphoonTinoRelief #BadGuysDoingGood
November 9, 2025 at 6:54 PM
For friends and supporters outside the Legion who would like to help, donations can be made here:
✨ bit.ly/CebuHelp
Any assistance would be appreciated. 💛
#501st #StarWars #501stCares #CebuScarifGarrison #TyphoonTinoRelief #BadGuysDoingGood
✨ bit.ly/CebuHelp
Any assistance would be appreciated. 💛
#501st #StarWars #501stCares #CebuScarifGarrison #TyphoonTinoRelief #BadGuysDoingGood
Reposted by 501st Midwest Garrison
The Philippines are being hit by Super Typhoon Tino. You can see some of the devastation on their Facebook page: 501st Cebu Scarif Garrison.
If you are a 501st member, you can donate to help their recovery efforts here:
✨ bit.ly/CebuRelief
If you are a 501st member, you can donate to help their recovery efforts here:
✨ bit.ly/CebuRelief
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November 9, 2025 at 6:54 PM
The Philippines are being hit by Super Typhoon Tino. You can see some of the devastation on their Facebook page: 501st Cebu Scarif Garrison.
If you are a 501st member, you can donate to help their recovery efforts here:
✨ bit.ly/CebuRelief
If you are a 501st member, you can donate to help their recovery efforts here:
✨ bit.ly/CebuRelief
The Midwest Garrison will be attending the ChiTAG Fair in Rosemont, IL November 8th & 9th for lots of family fun!
If you'd like to be part of the fun, or would like to request an appearance, click the link to visit our website: midwestgarrison.com
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion
If you'd like to be part of the fun, or would like to request an appearance, click the link to visit our website: midwestgarrison.com
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion
November 7, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The Midwest Garrison will be attending the ChiTAG Fair in Rosemont, IL November 8th & 9th for lots of family fun!
If you'd like to be part of the fun, or would like to request an appearance, click the link to visit our website: midwestgarrison.com
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion
If you'd like to be part of the fun, or would like to request an appearance, click the link to visit our website: midwestgarrison.com
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion
Halloween might have already passed, but DZ-12371 still has that spirit 🎃
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social @kraytclan501st.bsky.social
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social @kraytclan501st.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Halloween might have already passed, but DZ-12371 still has that spirit 🎃
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social @kraytclan501st.bsky.social
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social @kraytclan501st.bsky.social
💥IMPERIAL ANNOUNCEMENT💥
Please join us in congratulating Michael, TI-15311, on the approval of his TIE Pilot: 181st.
"The 181st Imperial Fighter Wing was a fighter wing of the Galactic Empire's Imperial Starfighter Corps."
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #NewCostumeAlert
Please join us in congratulating Michael, TI-15311, on the approval of his TIE Pilot: 181st.
"The 181st Imperial Fighter Wing was a fighter wing of the Galactic Empire's Imperial Starfighter Corps."
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #NewCostumeAlert
November 4, 2025 at 3:02 PM
💥IMPERIAL ANNOUNCEMENT💥
Please join us in congratulating Michael, TI-15311, on the approval of his TIE Pilot: 181st.
"The 181st Imperial Fighter Wing was a fighter wing of the Galactic Empire's Imperial Starfighter Corps."
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #NewCostumeAlert
Please join us in congratulating Michael, TI-15311, on the approval of his TIE Pilot: 181st.
"The 181st Imperial Fighter Wing was a fighter wing of the Galactic Empire's Imperial Starfighter Corps."
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #NewCostumeAlert
Reposted by 501st Midwest Garrison
A new outpost established on the forest moon! Our troopers stand ready for duty — the Empire never rests.
ID-46712 of @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social
#501st #501stLegion #StarWars #ImperialOfficer #ImperialOfficerCorps #IOC #ScanningCrew #ImperialCrew #DutyHonorEmpire #BadGuysDoingGood
ID-46712 of @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social
#501st #501stLegion #StarWars #ImperialOfficer #ImperialOfficerCorps #IOC #ScanningCrew #ImperialCrew #DutyHonorEmpire #BadGuysDoingGood
November 3, 2025 at 8:18 PM
A new outpost established on the forest moon! Our troopers stand ready for duty — the Empire never rests.
ID-46712 of @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social
#501st #501stLegion #StarWars #ImperialOfficer #ImperialOfficerCorps #IOC #ScanningCrew #ImperialCrew #DutyHonorEmpire #BadGuysDoingGood
ID-46712 of @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social
#501st #501stLegion #StarWars #ImperialOfficer #ImperialOfficerCorps #IOC #ScanningCrew #ImperialCrew #DutyHonorEmpire #BadGuysDoingGood
💥MISSION REPORT💥
On Thursday, October 30th, the troopers were deployed to Huntley and Burbank for two spectacular Halloween events!
We at the Midwest Garrison hope you all had an amazing time this past weekend celebrating Halloween and Dia de los Muertos!
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion
On Thursday, October 30th, the troopers were deployed to Huntley and Burbank for two spectacular Halloween events!
We at the Midwest Garrison hope you all had an amazing time this past weekend celebrating Halloween and Dia de los Muertos!
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion
November 3, 2025 at 3:02 PM
💥MISSION REPORT💥
On Thursday, October 30th, the troopers were deployed to Huntley and Burbank for two spectacular Halloween events!
We at the Midwest Garrison hope you all had an amazing time this past weekend celebrating Halloween and Dia de los Muertos!
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion
On Thursday, October 30th, the troopers were deployed to Huntley and Burbank for two spectacular Halloween events!
We at the Midwest Garrison hope you all had an amazing time this past weekend celebrating Halloween and Dia de los Muertos!
#StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion