Category Archives: Annual Conventions

Brickworld – Lake Michigan Ballroom Exhibit

Posted on June 19, 2011 by engineer

The Lake Michigan Ballroom Exhibit was the first exhibit on the left part of the Westin hotel, by the registration lines. The lines, my goodness, we got there at Brickworld at about 10:30 AM, and the lines stretched all the … Continue reading →

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Brickworld Overview

Posted on June 19, 2011 by engineer

The annual Lego show, “Brickworld” was held at the Wheeling’s Westin hotel. The convention was for the young, and young at heart, who love to play with Legos. At the convention, there are four exhibits held at Brick con, each … Continue reading →

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Brickworld is coming…

Posted on May 15, 2011 by engineer

Brickworld, an annual celebration of Lego fanatics from all over the country, come and show off their creations. From June 15-19, Brickworld will be non stop Lego pumping action, in the Chicago Area. Don’t have the right accessory for your … Continue reading →

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Cantigny Illinois 9th Annual Lego Train Show Exhibit 4

Posted on December 14, 2010 by engineer

This exhibit is not actually a Lego train set diorama, but a tribute to all those who served in World War II. It depicted the Invasion of Normandy. It might seem improper and out of place at a Lego train … Continue reading →

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Cantigny Illinois 9th Annual Lego Train Show Exhibit 3

Posted on December 13, 2010 by engineer

Unlike the other two exhibits distinct theme, the one at this one was a Harry Potter. One of the three trains that were in operation was 4708: Hogwarts Express Lego train set, it goes through a huge Lego sized Hogwarts … Continue reading →

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Cantigny Illinois 9th Annual Lego Train Show Exhibit 2

Posted on December 12, 2010 by engineer

This exhibit was by far the largest – and the most interesting – at the show. It had some great custom-built Lego train cars, courtesy of the Northern Illinois Lego Train Club (NILTC). I was unable to photograph the entire … Continue reading →

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Cantigny Illinois 9th Annual Lego Train Show Exhibit 1

Posted on December 11, 2010 by engineer

The 9th Annual Lego Train Show was held at Cantigny in Wheaton, Illinois. This exhibit was placed in the lobby of the Cantigny museum. The attraction for young children came in a form of a trackless train ride around the … Continue reading →

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