New exhibition turning antiques into futuristic Lego world
Two friends imagined a world where Lego people live in the forgotten belongings of humans. They say it's one way they're encouraging people to embrace the unexpected.
A new exhibition at the Canberra Museum and Gallery is transforming antiques into a futuristic Lego universe. The artists, Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler, have created "RELICS: A New World Rises," an immersive experience set in the year 2130. In this imagined world, humans have abandoned Earth, and Lego minifigures have taken up residence in discarded human belongings.
Over 15 large-scale installations showcase tiny communities thriving within objects like cars, pianos, and jukeboxes. The exhibition, open until January 31, 2027, is a celebration of creativity, nostalgia, and the unconventional use of salvaged Lego pieces. From a 76-year-old jukebox to a VW Beetle retrofitted with Lego, the intricate details and hidden stories within the exhibition offer something for everyone, from dedicated Lego enthusiasts to casual visitors.
The artists emphasize that this exhibition is a reminder to break free from conventions and explore the world in new and unexpected ways.
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