Your family can leave your mark on an art project for the new central library. The countdown is on for the grand opening of Saskatoon’s new central Library! To celebrate this transformative community space, the Saskatoon Public Library is planning a Community Lego Build. This new collaborative community project invites residents of all ages to enjoy a hands-on experience building individual LEGO® mosaic tiles to form a stunning community-built art piece titled Where We Grow. Whether you are a seasoned LEGO® builder or new to bricks, this is a wonderful way for your entire family to be part of a project that celebrates our community.
Once the fun events end and the Where We Grow LEGO® project is completed, the mosaic will be installed in the brand-new central library. It reflects on themes of learning, growth and connection to place, and was inspired by prairie plants native to Saskatchewan. The Saskatoon Public Library has collaborated with Wanuskewin Heritage Park in selecting the plants featured in the design, grounding the artwork in local ecology and shared history.
What To Expect
Families and friends will work on their very own small section, and each tile will become part of a much larger piece inspired by the plants that call Saskatchewan home. Once the completed mosaic is in its new home, it will measure over 10 feet wide by 16 feet tall and will be made up of more than 256,000 LEGO pieces.
The Saskatoon Public Library Lego Build Launch
The project kicks off on Saturday, April 18 at the Frances Morrison Central Library. Robin Sather, Canada’s first LEGO Certified Professional, will be at the launch to build alongside Saskatoon residents. Saskatoon Public Library worked closely with Robin to translate the artwork into a LEGO mosaic format.
Build Events Across the City
If you didn’t get tickets for the launch, your family will have a lot of other chances to participate and add to the final art project. Build events will take place at all Saskatoon Public Library locations between April and July, allowing for multiple opportunities for community participation across the city. Make sure to check the full schedule for any changes. It is available at saskatoonlibrary.ca/lego.
April Events
April 23 | 4 to 7 PM | Alice Turner Library
April 30 | 4 to 7 PM | Cliff Wright Library
April 30 | 4 to 7 PM | Mayfair Library
May Events
May 2 | 1 to 4 PM | J.S. Wood Library
May 7 | 4 to 7 PM | Carlyle King Library
May 8 | 9 AM to 12 PM | Nutrien Wonderhub | Included with Wonderhub membership or admission
May 14 | 4 to 7 PM | Rusty Macdonald Library
May 14 | 4 to 7 PM | Round Prairie Library
May 16 | 1 to 4 PM | Cliff Wright Library
May 21 | 4 to 7 PM | Frances Morrison Central Library
May 21 | 4 to 7 PM | Dr. Freda Ahenakew Library
May 23 | 1 to 4 PM | Alice Turner Library
May 30 | 1 to 4 PM | Mayfair Library
June Events
June 4 | 4 to 7 PM | Round Prairie Library
June 6 | 1 to 4 PM | Rusty Macdonald Library
June 11 | 4 to 7 PM | J.S. Wood Library
June 13 | 1 to 4 PM | Frances Morrison Central Library
June 20 | 1 to 4 PM | Dr. Freda Ahenakew Library
June 20 | 1 to 4 PM | Round Prairie Library
June 20 | 11 AM to 2 PM | Remai Modern | Included with your admission by donation
June 21 | 11 AM to 3 PM | Wanuskewin Heritage Park | Free admission
June 27 | 1 to 4 PM | Carlyle King Library
July Events
July 4 | 1 to 4 PM | Frances Morrison Central Library
July 9 | 4 to 7 PM | Mayfair Library
July 11 | 12 to 3 PM | Western Development Museum | Included with your membership or admission.
July 11 | 1 to 4 PM | Alice Turner Library
July 12 | 11 AM to 2 PM | Remai Modern | Included with your admission by donation
July 16 | 4 to 7 PM | Rusty Macdonald Library
July 18 | 1 to 4 PM | J.S. Wood Library
July 23 | 4 to 7 PM | Dr. Freda Ahenakew Library
July 23 | 4 to 7 PM | Carlyle King Library
July 25 | 1 to 4 PM | Cliff Wright Library
Saskatoon Public Library: Where We Grow Lego Build Project
Date: April to July, 2026
Venue: Saskatoon Public Libraries
Address: 311 23rd Street East
Website with full schedule: saskatoonlibrary.ca/lego
