Nestled in Petaluma, California, Rancho Obi-Wan is not just a building — it is a shrine to one of the greatest cultural phenomena in cinematic history. It is here that Steve Sansweet, former Head of Fan Relations at Lucasfilm, has assembled the world’s largest private collection of Star Wars memorabilia, with an estimated 500,000 unique vintage and modern items, of which 93,260 have been meticulously audited and cataloged. The World Records Authority officially recognised this unparalleled achievement in 2015.

What makes Steve Sansweet’s collection extraordinary is not merely its size, but its depth and devotion. From the earliest 1977 action figures and promotional posters to rare production props, costumes, and international variants that most collectors have never even seen, the collection spans every era of the Star Wars universe. Acquiring, preserving, and cataloging such a vast array of items has taken decades of passionate commitment and meticulous attention to detail.

The World Records Authority celebrates Steve Sansweet and the Rancho Obi-Wan team for this truly unparalleled curation of pop culture history. This record stands as a breathtaking benchmark of creative dedication and cultural preservation.