Featuring film posters, art, props and memorabilia dedicated to The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit and The Silmarillion, the exhibit celebrates all things Tolkien, exploring his special connection to to the counter-cultural landscape of the 60s and 70s, as well as his enduring modern relevance.
Read on for a sneak-peek inside.
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. The Magic of Middle Earth
The exhibit opens tomorrow (April 1) Photo: Connor Gormley
. The art of Middle Earth
The exhibit features Tolkien-inspired paintings by a variety of artists. Photo: Connor Gormley
. Plenty of space to play
Alongside the books and films, the exhibit also explores the toys and games inspired by the fantasy epic. Photo: Connor Gormley
1. The art of Middle Earth
The exhibit features Tolkien-inspired paintings by a variety of artists. Photo: Connor Gormley
2. Plenty of space to play
Alongside the books and films, the exhibit also explores the toys and games inspired by the fantasy epic. Photo: Connor Gormley
3. Supernatural nature
Dominant themes in Tolkien's work - like environmentalism - are explored in detail. Photo: Connor Gormley
4. The Battle of Helms Deep
An action figure diorama recreates The Battle of Helms Deep from The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. Photo: Connor Gormley