History Bricks

History Bricks

Its LEGO™ meets history this July 4th as we celebrate America’s 250th by exploring historic landmarks of Deschutes County.

We are inviting community members to explore, learn about, and recreate the distinctive architectural landscape of historic Deschutes County. Participants will learn about the origins of our historic landmarks, the people and places behind them, and artistically recreate them with Lego/Duplo or other comparable brick art. The Deschutes County Museum will be a place for the community to gather and showcase the original works in an exhibit, bridging past and present in a unique way that celebrates our cultural heritage and brings people together.

The challenge:
Recreate a historic landmark in LEGO™
The place:
Deschutes Historical Museum
When:
July 4 – July 11, 2026
Categories:
Kids 12 and under and Big Kids 13 to 100

Compete Rules here: History Bricks 2026

Get inspired by searching our collection here.

Search Historic Landmarks via Storymap here.

History Bricks Rules:

Using Lego bricks, create a display of a recognizable historic landmark in the county.

1. All creations must be built ahead of time with your own LEGO, DUPLO, or similar blocks. Deschutes Historical Museum does not provide the Legos and building does not take place on site.
2. Entries must be on a solid base for transporting and must not be larger than 24” x 24”.
3. No additional materials, such as tape or glue, are permitted.
4. All entries must depict or be inspired by historical sites located in Deschutes County. The use of designs from Lego kits is not permitted.
5. An entry form must be submitted for each original creation, and the design must be built by the participant(s) listed on the entry form. Entry forms will be filled out on site at time of delivery.
6. Creations will be delivered to the Deschutes Historical Museum July 3 for a one-week display starting July 4, 2026, and ending July 11, 2026.

Judging:

Judging will be a community vote during the week in which they are displayed at the museum. Results will be tallied an announced on July 11th.

There will be one museum staff choice certificate awarded to the most historically accurate build across both categories.

Categories:

All ages are encouraged to enter in two categories: Kids 12 and under or 13 and up.

Prizes:

Old Mill Gift Certificates and more await the winner of each category.