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Brickmania GHQ

The Real LegoLand.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Tucked away in the historic Thorp Building, Brickmania GHQ is a veritable wonderland for Lego enthusiasts.

In case you were wondering where you can pick up unofficial custom lego brick kits under themes such as modern military, world war 1 & 2, medieval castles, and pirates, Brickmania ought to be your destination.

Operating online or in retail locations in Minneapolis, MN (which features the USS Missouri, a 25 foot long minifig-scale battleship) Schaumburg, IL (featuring the USS O'Hare) and Chantilly, VA just outside of Washington DC, get yourself or those you love custom military-themed Lego kits shipped to your door or come into the store to see some of the most epic displays of Lego anywhere.

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Brickmania GHQ also holds monthly events in-store, including MOC Monday where enthusiasts bring in their unique builds for show and tell. They also compete for the chance to have their build displayed in store. 

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July 26, 2010

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