If you build it, many will come! One of the most popular winter attractions in Jacksonville turns five years old this year, and plans are to make the event even bigger and better for participants and the public.
The Jacksonville Area Museum is seeking entries for its Fifth Annual “Building with Brick – The Art of LEGO” exhibit that will run from December 2, 2026 through February 28, 2027. This year’s exhibit will be held in a larger, newly-expanded area of the museum to accommodate even more entries, which must be submitted by November 22.
This fifth-annual exhibit features original and LEGO kit creations from all ages. Prizes based on public voting will be awarded in six categories:
– Kit Build for all ages with up to 1,000 pieces
– Kit Build for all ages with 1,000 or more pieces
– Original Build ages 0 to 7,
– Original Build ages 8 – 12
– Original Build ages 13 and up
– 2026-27 Special Category: “Recreation in Jacksonville” for all ages.
The public will be encouraged to vote on their favorite builds, with $100 LEGO gift cards awarded to the top vote-getters.
To submit a build, participants can drop off their creations by Sunday, November 22 during normal visiting hours at the museum: Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m.
Only builds submitted by November 22 are eligible for voting. Participants will be asked to fill out a temporary loan agreement. Call (217) 408-1197 with any questions.