Renaissance Lego User Group Inc builds meaningful relationships with professional societies, community organizations, educational partners, and local businesses to extend our reach and deepen our impact across Central Florida. These partnerships make our programs possible.
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Professional Societies
RenLUG is proud to partner with leading engineering and STEM organizations to deliver educational programming that inspires the next generation of innovators.
RenLUG is proud to partner with the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), the Structural Engineering Institute (SEI), the Florida Engineering Foundation (FEF), and Central Florida Engineers Week (Eweek) to support STEM and engineering education through LEGO®. Working with members of these professional societies, we develop and deliver hands-on workshops, interactive demonstrations, and educational challenges designed to ignite curiosity and foster understanding of engineering principles among students of all ages.
This collaborative initiative aims to inspire and educate students in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) by leveraging the engaging and creative medium of LEGO®.
Through this partnership, RenLUG and its esteemed collaborators will develop and deliver a range of educational programs and activities. These will include hands-on workshops, interactive demonstrations, and educational challenges designed to ignite curiosity and foster a deep understanding of engineering principles among students of all ages.
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) brings its extensive expertise in civil engineering to the table, ensuring that the programs are aligned with industry standards and practices. The Structural Engineering Institute (SEI), a division of ASCE, contributes its specialized knowledge in structural engineering, offering students insights into the design and analysis of structures. Meanwhile, the Florida Engineering Foundation (FEF) provides crucial support in the form of resources and funding, enabling the initiative to reach a wider audience and have a more significant impact.
By combining their strengths, these organizations aim to create a stimulating and supportive environment for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, utilizing LEGO® as a powerful tool to make learning both fun and effective. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to cultivating the next generation of engineers and innovators, equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the ever-evolving landscape of STEM professions.
Click here to find out more about our professional society partners:
- ASCE – American Society of Civil Engineers
- SEI – Structural Engineering Institute
- FEF – Florida Engineering Foundation
- Eweek – Central Florida Engineers Week
Eweek Grant Recipient
RenLUG is a proud Eweek Grant Recipient — thank you to Engineers Week and the Florida Engineering Foundation for their support of our STEM outreach programs.
Events & Conventions
RenLUG participates as an exhibitor at major conventions, fairs, and community events throughout Central Florida, bringing member-built LEGO® displays to thousands of visitors each year. These events extend our community reach far beyond our core membership and put LEGO® art and creativity in front of diverse audiences across the region.
Enchanted Knights / Wizards & Lizards RenLUG is a proud exhibitor at all Enchanted Knights events held 4x per year — a beloved Central Florida fantasy and medieval faire series. Our themed LEGO® displays complement the event’s atmosphere and bring an extra layer of creative artistry to the experience for attendees of all ages.
Brick Convention Orlando Central Florida’s premier LEGO® fan convention, held annually in Central Florida. RenLUG members exhibit collaborative and individual builds to thousands of LEGO® enthusiasts, families, and curious visitors each year — one of our largest public showcases of the year.
Brick Fan Event Orlando One of the Southeast’s largest LEGO® fan events, held at Dezerland Park in Orlando. RenLUG participates as a featured exhibitor with large-scale member displays.
Maker Faire Orlando RenLUG participates in Maker Faire Orlando — Central Florida’s celebration of making, innovation, and creativity. Alongside inventors, artists, engineers, and makers of all kinds, RenLUG showcases LEGO® as a serious creative and engineering medium to one of the most curious and engaged audiences in the region.
Youth & STEM Community Partners
These partnerships represent some of RenLUG’s most meaningful community work — bringing hands-on STEM programming directly to children in underserved communities across Central Florida.
FIRST Robotics Teams – RenLUG partners with robotics teams to deliver STEM programming and hands-on LEGO® experiences to youth including students from Title 1 schools, homeschools, and under served communities.
New Journey Youth Center New Journey Youth Center serves youth ages 12–19 in the Apopka community, providing programming in performing arts, entrepreneurship, STEM robotics, creative arts, music production, college preparation, and life skills — with a mission built around developing elite young people who are ready to pursue their dreams. RenLUG partners with NJYC to bring LEGO® programming to their members and to support their STEM, 3D printing, and robotics mentoring initiatives. Website
Youth Centers RenLUG works with other Central Florida youth centers to deliver STEM programming to youth in our community, with a focus on students from Title 1 schools. Through hands-on LEGO® building and educational activities, we aim to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and a love of learning in young people who can benefit most from these experiences.
Breaking Point Martial Arts RenLUG partners with Breaking Point Martial Arts to offer engaging and educational activities for children in the community, with a significant portion of programming dedicated to LEGO® and STEAM learning. Many of the children served attend nearby Title 1 schools. Our combined efforts ensure that children from underrepresented communities have access to enriching programs that foster creativity, teamwork, fitness, and personal growth. Website
Exhibit & Creative Production Partners
RenLUG is grateful to the following organizations for their support of our public LEGO® exhibitions and installations.
REN Adventures and Destination DnD are tour companies specializing in historic, cultural, and themed experiences across Europe and the United States. Their tour leaders — many of them performers and lifelong Dungeons & Dragons enthusiasts — bring a rare blend of storytelling and event production expertise to everything they do. As RenLUG community partners, they contribute creative and media production support that elevates how our LEGO® exhibits are presented and experienced by the public, including original music for RenLUG video productions. RenAdventures Website | Facebook | Destination DnD Website
Venue & Display Partners
These local partners provide RenLUG with display space, event venues, and unique opportunities to showcase our members’ work to broader audiences.
RenLUG has collaborated with AEO Studios — Orlando’s oldest makeup FX company and production center — for many years, a relationship that predates RenLUG’s 2019 formation. AEO Studios provides unique display opportunities and spaces for our LEGO® MOCs, and shares expertise in event and performance production that enhances our capabilities in hosting and organizing engaging events. Website
RenLUG has collaborated with Moringa Havasu, a cutting-edge hydroponic vertical farm based in Arizona, to display LEGO® MOCs during their special farm tours — connecting our creative builds with audiences interested in sustainability, modern agriculture, and innovation. This collaboration provides a unique and innovative environment for showcasing our LEGO® creations with a focus on sustainability initiatives. Website
RenLUG partners with the Orange County Library System to bring LEGO® art and STEM programming directly into the community through installation displays and exhibits at library branches throughout Orange County. These partnerships make our work accessible to families, students, and residents across the region — right in the heart of their own neighborhoods. Website
AFOL Community & LUG Collaborators
RenLUG believes in building community — not just with bricks, but with people. We actively collaborate with fellow independent locally-focused LEGO® User Groups across Florida who share our commitment to local community impact, member-first values, and grassroots creativity.
RenLUG is proud to collaborate with fellow LEGO® User Groups across Florida and beyond. These peer relationships strengthen the hobby, support member connections, and expand what we can accomplish together at shared events and exhibitions.
Lego Ladies of Tampa Bay A welcoming community of women who love LEGO® based in the Tampa Bay area. RenLUG is proud to support and collaborate with this fantastic group. Website | Facebook
North Florida Lego User Group A fellow Florida LEGO® User Group serving the North Florida region. RenLUG collaborates with North Florida LUG at shared events and within the broader Florida AFOL community. Facebook
South Florida Lego User Group A fellow Florida LEGO® User Group serving the South Florida region. RenLUG collaborates with South Florida LUG at shared events and within the broader Florida AFOL community. Facebook
Become a RenLUG Partner
RenLUG is always looking to grow our network of community partners. Whether you’re a school, library, venue, business, or organization, there are many ways to collaborate — from hosting displays and sponsoring exhibits to co-producing STEM events and community programming.
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