Dinosaurs made of LEGO bricks? Yes, you heard right. You are now standing before Brickosaurs World.
Brickosaurs World was Asia’s first showcase of its kind. It featured over 60 life-sized dinosaurs. The dinosaurs were on display at the Singapore Zoo and River Wonders. This ran from November 13, 2021, to May 3, 2022.
These brick-built beasts ranged from tiny raptors to the massive T-Rex. A towering Plesiosaur also made an appearance. These spectacular brick displays used over 1.5 million LEGO bricks. It took over 8,548 hours to construct them.
The self-guided trail led visitors on a journey. They discovered animals on the brink of extinction. Along the way, they learned what can be done to save these animals. The trail highlighted the importance of wildlife and biodiversity conservation.
Families enjoyed many activities besides the dinosaur trail. There was dinosaur bone digging. Craft workshops let visitors make dino masks. They also created mini figurines using recycled materials and origami.
The LEGO Group presented a first. It was an outdoor LEGO pop-up store at Singapore Zoo’s Pavilion by the Lake. Visitors could redeem an exclusive LEGO Minifigure. It was complimentary with every child admission ticket.
Exclusive dino-themed merchandise was available. Apparel, bags, and lunchboxes were on offer. These Brickosaurs World items were available at the parks’ gift shops.
Irene Lin, Chief Marketing Officer at Mandai Wildlife Group said something important. Dinosaurs inspire awe and appeal to many generations. This creates opportunities to talk about mass extinctions. Partnering with Bricklive! allowed them to relive the age of dinosaurs. They could also reflect on the planet’s future. Climate change poses serious threats. Every action to protect our world counts.
Families could identify lost dino fossils together. They participated in workshops using recycled materials. These activities highlighted ways to reuse, recycle, and reduce environmental impact.
A series of exclusive dino-themed merchandise was available. These ranged from apparel to bags and lunchboxes.
Kids received a free toy brick Minifigure with every child ticket. There was also a Pop-up Store on-site. It offered exclusive Singapore-themed merchandise.
Ah Meng Bistro served cute dinosaur-themed snacks and beverages. These gram-worthy treats made the visit even more special.
The Brickosaurs structures were impressive. The gigantic T-Rex weighed over 1,964 kg. It took many hours to complete these incredible displays.
Brickosaurs World blended fun with education. It raised awareness about conservation. It also offered memorable experiences for all ages.