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

5. The white hand of Isengard
Little details - like the white handprint on this Uruk-hai's head - bring the battle to life. Photo: Connor Gormley

6. Bringing the battle to life
A fallen orc warrior in the Battle of Helms Deep. Photo: Connor Gormley

7. Smaug's Hoard
The exhibit is a veritable dragon's hoard of Middle Earth treasures. Photo: Connor Gormley

8. Meat's back on the menu boys!
Orcs storm the walls of the Hornburg. Photo: Connor Gormley