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New Lawrence LEGO shop offers a local spot to buy, trade, and sell sets

A new Bricks & Minifigs store in Lawrence is now open, giving residents a closer option to buy, sell, and trade LEGO products. The store at 2108 W. 27th St. is operated by longtime LEGO collector Bojan “BJ” Conrad, who says the opening drew more than 1,000 visitors in its first two days.

Illustration of a cozy LEGO shop interior with neatly arranged sets and community trade activity at a display table.

The franchise carries new and used LEGO items, including boxed and retired sets, individual minifigures, and loose bricks and accessories. Conrad also says the store will buy LEGO collections from the public, offering cash or higher-value store credit, and staff members review items for completeness, condition, and authenticity before making offers.

Conrad noted that many customers look for specific themes, and he plans to stock a broad range rather than focusing only on his own interest in space-themed sets. He also said the team is prepared to help shoppers navigate the secondhand market, including items that may be knockoffs.

The Lawrence chamber of commerce will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18 at 2108 W. 27th St. The store also includes support from Conrad’s son, Gavin Conrad, a high school junior who helped launch the business and will work Sundays during the school year.