We are just days away from the start of San Diego Comic Con 2023, and the Comic-Con Museum is kicking things off with the opening of some brand-new exhibits and attractions this Tuesday, July 18th.
The centerpiece of the new exhibits is Excelsior! The Life and Legacy of Stan Lee, celebrating the Marvel Comics Creator’s 100th Birthday. The exhibit will feature rare comic books, original art, and paintings exploring decades of Lee’s work and a section devoted entirely to Lee’s co-creators of the Marvel Universe, including Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, and other amazing co-creators. The exhibit has been curated by Comic-Con Museum; Michael Uslan, originator and executive producer of the Batman movie franchise; and David Uslan, both consultants to Kartoon Studios’ “Stan Lee Universe.” Artwork will feature never-before-seen items donated by auction houses and private collectors, including Heritage Auctions, DC Comics, Metropolis Comics, Gary Stiffelman, Dr. Michael Vassallo, Michael E. Uslan, Rob Prior, Danny Fingeroff, Benjamin LeClear, Mark Yturralde and Funko.
We spoke with the exhibit’s Co-Curator Michael Uslan, who shared wonderful stories about Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, and Steve Ditko, and gave us a peek as to what we might expect to see when we walk through the exhibit.
You can watch the interview by clicking on the link below:
Comic-Con Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the last entry at 4 p.m., and the Museum will be open on Monday, July 24 after Comic-Con. Admission (adults ages 18+) is $25; children (ages 6-12) are $12; seniors (65+), students (13-17) and military are $18. Children five years of age and below are free. Tickets can be purchased in advance at comic-conmuseum.org or at the door.
Excelsior! The Life and Legacy of Stan Lee opens on Tuesday, July 18th, and will remain at the Comic-Con Museum for eight months.
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