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Imagine stories beyond history at exhibit made entirely out of Lego in Kelowna

Canadian artist Ekow Nimako launched his exhibit titled Building Black Civilizations: The Voyage of 2,000 Ships at the Kelowna Art Gallery on May 24, 2025.
Nimako developed the exhibit after discovering the enigmatic maritime expedition led by Mansa Abu Bakr II, blending elements of medieval history with a futuristic vision.
The artwork consists entirely of black Lego pieces, with some structural supports like metal rods, and explores themes of identity, culture, and re-imagined narratives of Black civilization.
Nimako highlighted the abundance and variety of black Lego pieces, explaining that he primarily creates figurative sculptures of Black children to ensure their racial identity is unmistakably represented.
The exhibit features an imaginarium for guest creativity and will host a 19+ Lego night on June 4, aiming to inspire viewers to imagine beyond conventional historical stories.

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