Dinosaurs Come to Life in Lego at Telus World of Science

A captivating exhibition featuring Lego sculptures of dinosaurs has opened at the Telus World of Science Edmonton. Titled Jurassic World by Brickman, the display showcases millions of Lego bricks reimagining scenes from the beloved Jurassic World films. This exhibition marks the first Canadian stop for the travelling show, which will be available to visitors until April 6, 2024.

Simon Challenor, the head of global exhibitions for Brickman, expressed enthusiasm for the event, stating, “Everyone loves dinosaurs, everyone loves Lego. You put the two of them together, you don’t find many people you can’t please.” The exhibition not only aims to entertain but also seeks to inspire creativity among its guests. Constance Scarlett, the president and CEO of Telus World of Science Edmonton, noted that the exhibition “marries creativity with science,” offering a space where visitors can build, innovate, and explore their imaginations.

Among the impressive array of dinosaur sculptures are models of various species, including triceratops, velociraptors, and the formidable tyrannosaurus rex. The centerpiece of the exhibition is a colossal brachiosaurus model, which weighs approximately two tonnes and requires a full semi-trailer for transport. This enormous sculpture is composed of around 171,000 Lego Duplo bricks, making it one of the largest Lego sculptures globally, pending official confirmation of that title.

The construction of these models was a monumental effort, requiring 10,000 hours of build time and the teamwork of 30 people over a span of six to nine months. Challenor highlighted the impressive scale of the project, which utilized approximately 6 million Lego bricks in total.

In addition to the stunning sculptures, visitors can engage with around 2.5 million loose bricks available throughout the exhibition. This interactive component is designed to appeal to both children and adults, providing a shared experience for families. “That’s part of the beauty that I see in an exhibition like this is that you sometimes go to an exhibition if you’ve got kids, and it’s for the kids and not for you,” Challenor remarked. “Whereas we see families come through here and the parents are having just as good a time as the kids.”

Feedback from attendees has been overwhelmingly positive. Amy Lee, who visited the exhibition with her children, commented on the interactive elements, saying, “We liked how interactive it was. It was nice to come in and every single little room had something to do, and there was something to look at and get their hands on.” Her experience highlights the exhibition’s ability to engage both young and adult visitors alike.

Edmonton serves as the 11th stop for the travelling exhibition, which has already attracted around 2.5 million visitors across various locations, including Portland, Oregon. The combination of Lego artistry and dinosaur fascination makes this exhibition a unique opportunity for exploration and learning, blending entertainment with educational value.

As the exhibition continues in Edmonton, it promises to captivate audiences of all ages, inspiring creativity and providing a memorable experience at the Telus World of Science.