This summer, the American Airlines CR Smith Museum is hosting a new exhibition, Bricks now boarding: American Airlines in LEGO® bricks — a LEGO brick-built journey through the experience of flying.The 1,500-square-foot exhibition offers a family-friendly glimpse into the world of flight — brick by brick — through custom LEGO brick displays. Aviation enthusiasts can unleash their inner AvGeek as they explore and celebrate the complexity of flight through detailed LEGO replicas.
LEGO fans will love the masterfully built displays that showcase limitless creativity and the magic of bricks. Visitors will take in scale models of American aircraft, a detailed Admirals Club® lounge, destination pods showcasing popular travel locations such as London and Rio de Janeiro, and exhibits highlighting some of the many careers behind each flight — all built entirely from LEGO bricks. For hands-on fun, visitors can create their own aviation inspired LEGO designs in the interactive build zone.
Bricks now boarding was brought to life by renowned LEGO exhibition artist Warren Elsmore. Known for building immersive, large-scale displays around the world, Elsmore worked hard to capture the spirit of American. From aircraft to airport lounges to iconic destinations, every element was thoughtfully constructed, proving that the magic is in the details. He blended aviation history and expert LEGO craftsmanship to create an exhibition that offers visitors a new way to experience the journey of air travel.
“We’ve seen incredible excitement from visitors of all ages,” said Uli Das, Executive Director of the CR Smith Museum. “Bricks now boarding brings aviation to life through imaginative design and intricate detail. It’s a colorful expression of our mission to spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of aviation professionals.”
The CR Smith Museum inspires youth of all backgrounds to realize that careers in aviation and STEM are possible, and Bricks now boarding is a launchpad for imagination. The exhibition complements the museum’s hands-on summer camps, where kids can engage with the exhibit while learning STEM principles and the mechanics of flight.
Bricks now boarding: American Airlines in LEGO® bricks is now open during business hours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursdays, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Buy tickets here.
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