The Art of the Brick
Thursday, June 11
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Malaga Cove Library
Gallery & GardenExperience the Malaga Cove Art Gallery like never before! This unique exhibition features the work of LEGO artist Jess, incorporating builds created by our very own library patrons. Over the past few months, patrons have been participating in our LEGO events and submitting their own builds to be added to the exhibit. Now it's time to see it all come together!
Join us on June 11th, International Day of Play, for the opening reception. We’ll have LEGO bricks available for you to build your own mini-masterpiece while touring the Gallery. Whether you're an AFOL (Adult Fan of LEGO) or a Master Builder in training, come help us celebrate the power of play!
What is International Day of Play?
"International Day of Play is a time to celebrate the power of play. It’s a time to raise awareness about how central play is to every child’s development and well-being. And it’s a time when we can come together to make sure that every child is able to fulfil their right to play." https://www.unicef.org/parenting/day-of-play
AGE GROUP: | Young Reader | Teen | Senior | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Reading Program | Hobbies | Craft | Art Show | Art Reception |
Malaga Cove Library
Opening as the Palos Verdes Public Library & Art Gallery on June 3, 1930, the Mediterranean Revival architectural style building was designed by Architect Myron Hunt, a local resident. The five-level, 16,550-square-foot building is constructed of hollow-cast double-walled reinforced concrete covered by stucco with a red mission tile roof. The surrounding landscape was designed by well-known landscape architect, Frederick Olmsted, Jr in 1930.
In 1962, an addition was completed on the south side of the building, and in 1997 the stone patio on the east side of the building was remodeled to provide improved handicapped access. Library furnishings include reproductions of original hand-carved walnut Italian Renaissance tables, chairs, and couches from the collection of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Vanderlip. The Library completed a DOLLAR renovation of the interior restoring it to its original.
The library has been designated as a Historic Landmark and it is listed on the California Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places.