World War Brick Hartford: The Ultimate Military LEGO Builders Experience

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World War Brick Hartford is happening on July 22-24 at the Radisson Hotel Cromwell, just outside Hartford Connecticut. We are a family-friendly gathering of LEGO® fans who enjoy building and sharing our historic and military models.  World War Brick has been happening since 2011 and is organized by Brickmania LLC, the first name in custom military building kits for the LEGO enthusiasts, with special help from our sponsors BrickArms and GI Brick.

For the general public:

We open our doors on Saturday and Sunday for a public exhibition, show off the great creations gathered at World War Brick. Heres what to expect during public hours At World War Brick Hartford:

You will see some unbelievably  awesome creations made from LEGO bricks including these massive show-stoppers:

  • A 26 foot long model of the battleship USS Missouri, as she appeared in Tokyo Bay for the surrender ceremony that ended World War II. It features hundreds of custom made U.S. Navy and Imperial Japanese Army minifigures.  It is escorted by an equally impressive model of the destroyer USS Nicholas, which accompanied the Missouri into Tokyo Bay.
  • A massive diorama of the US Landings at Omaha Beach, Normandy, France on D-Day +1. This 120 square foot diorama features a massive landing ship, measuring over 10 feet long, plus German bunkers, dozens of vehicles, and hundreds of custom minifigures.
  • Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate just following the Soviet capture of city and the Allied defeat of Nazi Germany.
  • Many, many more dioramas, vehicles and custom minifigures. Bring your camera, because you won’t possibly be able to remember it all!

There are also fun games for the public to raise money for Wounded Warrior Project:

  • World War BINGO: A $1 donation gets you a card and a chance to win awesome prizes
  • Prize Wheel: $1 donations lets you spin the wheel for cool prizes. Every spin is a winner but the best prizes go to the luckiest players
  • Enter the raffle to win the best prizes of the day!

You will be abel to spectate at the game tournaments, group builds, and building and customization workshops that happened during World War Brick,

You will also have access to exclusive deals on products from Brickmania, BrickArms and GI Brick

For the hardcore fanatics:

We offer a Weekend Pass, which is an all access ticket to World War Brick, including a full extra day of programing on Friday. The Weekend Pass gets you the following:

  • The ability to bring your MOCs (My Own Creation) to display at World War Brick and be eligible for MOC awards
  • A Goodie Bag that includes a World War Brick T-shirt, event kit, water bottle and other great swag from the event sponsors
  • Ability to participate in the game tournaments (Micro Tank Battle, Robo Tanks and Brickmania Chess), BrickWars games, and daily group builds.
  • Friday night presentation by BrickArms founder Will Chapman
  • A seat at the Saturday night Wounded Warrior benefit auction featuring rare items from BrickArms and Brickmania
  • The chance to mingle with some of the best builders from across the country
  • First crack at new and and exclusive products released at WWB

For Everyone:

There are still tickets available for the Public Exhibition as well as Weekend Passes. World War Brick doesn’t happened every day, so mark your calendars for July 22-24 and don’t miss out!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEW RELEASE: A-10 Warthog – Premium Edition Kit

New Release Special Offer

Buy the A-10 Warthog by Juuly 10th and get free shipping on your entire order* plus 10% off the MSRP!

*Within the USA free shipping mean delivery by the United States Postal Service using First Class Mail (packages up to 8 ounces) and Priority Mail (packages over 8 ounces). Select Countries: Free Economy Mail delivery (4-8 weeks) is also being offered to Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Japan, Luxemburg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan and the United Kingdom.

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NEW RELEASE: P-40 Warhawk – US Army Air Force Edition

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The P-40 Warhawk was an widely used American fighter aircraft of World War II designed and manufactured by the Curtiss-Wright corporation. Lend-Lease P-40s first saw service with
British forces in North Africa, who dubbed the original version the Tomahawk and later improved variants the Kittyhawk. Designed primarily as a ground support aircraft, it was ruggedly built and performed well at low altitudes. It was a capable fighter in air-to-air combat, but not as nimble as many Axis fighters such as the Bf-109 and the A6M Zero.

The Warhawk was used by Allied forces throughout the war and in all theaters of combat except northwestern Europe, where it was hampered by its poor high altitude performance. More than 13,700 P-40s of all types were manufactured during the war, making it the third most-produced American fighter aircraft (after the P-51 and P-47).

Perhaps the most famous of all units to use the P-40 during the war was the 1st American
Volunteer Group, who helped defend China against the invading Imperial Japanese Army before Pearl Harbor and official American involvement in World War II. Known as the Flying Tigers, the AVG famously painted the shark’s mouth design on all of their aircraft.

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NEW RELEASE: Tool Chest Minikit (Brickmania Workshop Series)

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The rolling tool chest is a staple in every workshop, garage and home of the DIYer around the world. We’ve created this example to hold the myriad of tools used by today’s craftsperson.  We recommend this product only be used by a trained operator.

Tool Chest has the following features

  • Non-rolling wheels
  • Opening lid
  • Over-all color is Craftmania® red
  • Has four tools
  • Includes 18 genuine new-condition LEGO® elements
  • Sophomore Skill Level (2-4 years experience with LEGO is recommended)   

All Brickmania model kits are made of new-condition LEGO bricks. This model comes disassembled and includes professionally printed building instructions and comes packaged in a sealed box. This is a limited edition kit and production may be discontinued at any time.

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Brick Fiesta: Houston Galleria, July 7-10

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The Brickmania crew are looking forward to returning to Houston for Brick Fiesta 2016!

A Celebration of LEGO® in Texas!

Brick Fiesta is a non-profit, fan-run, family friendly annual convention celebrating the love for everything LEGO®!  Brick Fiesta moves each year, among 4 major Texas cities, and this year Brick Fiesta 2016 will be celebrating LEGO in Houston.

There are 2 parts to Brick Fiesta; a 4 day Adult Fans of LEGO (AFOL) convention and a 2 day Public Exhibition welcoming LEGO fans of all ages.

Brick Fiesta provides an opportunity for AFOLs from all over the country to come together to share in their enthusiasm for all things LEGO.  At the private convention the fan community can:

  • Socialize, sharing tips, tricks, & building techniques
  • Attend lectures, workshops, & round table discussions
  • Participate in games, contests, & other activities
  • Display original LEGO creations (MOCs)
  • Compete in a special LEGO sponsored Celebrate Friends Building Competition
  • Shop a variety of vendors

At the 2 day Public Exhibition we welcome fans of all ages to:

  • View hundreds of unique, custom-built LEGO creations on display
  • Shop vendors selling a wide variety of current, retired, and custom LEGO sets, parts, and minifigs
  • Meet and talk with the model builders
  • Join in at the hands-on build and play area
  • Bring your camera – photography is encouraged!

LEGO USS Missouri To be Displayed

The Brickmania crew will be setting up the world’s largest LEGO battleship at Brick Fiesta 2016: a 26 foot-long model of the USS Missouri. No photos or video can do this model justice – you have to see it with your own eyes!

Tour Brickmania’s New Store in Woodfield Mall!

Beyond the Brick visits our brand new store at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, IL.

For hours and directions click HERE.

A-10 Warthog Preview Video Released!

A preview of one of the most anticipated Brickmania kits ever!

This kit is  slated for release on July 4, 2016 on the web and in our stores later in the week.

Celebrate Independence with a 15% Off Coupon!

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Because that’s how we do it in MURICA!

Get 15% off everything in store or on the web EXCEPT Brickmania Elite Memberships and World War Brick passes. $17.76 minimum purchase for saving. Expires July 7th at Midnight! Must print this page or show on your smart device to receive in store discount. Cannot be combined with other coupons.

MURICA! Special #2: 10% off US Kits and Minifigs from Brickmania

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All of Brickmania’s awesome American kits and figures are 10% off, because this is gal-darned MURICA month!

MURICA! Special #1: 10% off BrickArms’ US Weapons and Helmets

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July is MURICA! Month and we’ve discounted all BrickArms weapons and Helmets specific to US forces. Enjoy your independence with extra savings! Click image for a shortcut to the deals!