Join us at Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries (DCLG) on 25th & 26th May to ‘Rebuild Dunfermline’ after the Great Fire – using LEGO. We’ll need LEGO fans young and old to recreate buildings and landmarks in the style of 17th century Dunfermline
In partnership with Historic Environment Scotland there will be LEGO builds throughout May at various locations in Dunfermline’s Heritage Quarter – and beyond. (See list of all events below)
The LEGO creations will be showcased in June, in the Community Gallery of Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries. #GreatFire400🔥
Join sculptor and LEGO enthusiast Alistair Jelks to help recreate the auld grey toun of Dunfermline in LEGO, and learn about architecture and construction. We’ll need your creativity and imagination to rebuild Dunfermline’s iconic houses, streets, and buildings.
These FREE Family Builds are suitable for adults and children. Check individual events for age limits. Here’s the schedule:
• 4 May at the Abbey Church: Rebuild Dunfermline Abbey – Book here
• 11 & 12 May at Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum: Build Pittencrieff House – Book here.
• 18 & 19 May at Abbot House: Build Abbot House – Book here
• 25 & 26 May at DCLG: Rebuild Dunfermline – places can be booked in the library or by calling 01383 602365
(ASN / quieter slots are also available at DCLG on the Sunday)
Other ways to take part:
• Kids’ Dens: LEGO™ Club at Duloch Library
• Kids’ Dens: LEGO™ Club at DCLG
• Family LEGO Builds at Home: we’d love families to use any LEGO they have at home to recreate 17th century houses and submit their creations to the final display. Download the help sheet HERE or pick one up at DCLG to get you started
• DCLG: As part of Ways to Wellbeing Month in May, adults can visit the library’s lending section to engage with LEGO, either for fun or to contribute to the exhibition
Did you know…
The fire is supposed to have started by accident when William Anderson, son of John Anderson (a town Baillie – the equivalent of a councillor today), fired a musket. A burning piece of wadding (cloth packed into the end of the the barrel of the musket), flew onto the thatched roof of a nearby house on Rotten Row, which then caught fire. The fire then spread to nearby houses.
If you’re sharing any pictures on your socials don’t forget to add #GreatFire400🔥