LEGO has officially revealed the next LEGO Ideas set that will be coming to stores with the River Steamboat (21356). Releasing on April 7, the set has 4,090 pieces and will retail for $329.99. LEGO Insiders that purchase the set between April 7-13 will get the 152 piece LEGO Amelia Ticket Booth (5009157) as a gift with purchase set.
The River Steamboat will have the classic look and includes detailed areas of the ship such as the pilothouse, crew cabin, a bathroom on the texas deck, a music stage, a restaurant, a kitchen, and a museum on the boiler deck.
The set will also have a working paddle connected to the steam engine and a rudder activated by the ship’s wheel.
Set Sail with the New LEGO® Ideas River Steamboat
1st March 2025: The LEGO Group is thrilled to announce the launch of the LEGO® Ideas River Steamboat set, designed by a fan designer as part of the LEGO Ideas platform. This intricately detailed model is designed for adult builders and history enthusiasts alike, offering a captivating building experience and a spectacular display piece for any home or office.
The 4,090-piece set captures the authentic charm of a classic river steamboat, refurbished for entertainment tours and featuring a steam engine museum. Builders can explore the detailed pilothouse, crew cabin, and bathroom on the texas deck; enjoy the music stage and restaurant on the main deck; and discover the kitchen and museum on the boiler deck.
This engaging model includes functional elements such as a working paddle connected to a ‘steam’ engine, a rudder activated by the ship’s wheel, and removable decks for easy access to the interior. The set also provides digital building instructions via the LEGO Builder app, enhancing the building experience with interactive guidance.
The new LEGO set was designed by Illinois, USA-based LEGO fan Aaron Hall, as part of the LEGO Ideas programme. LEGO Ideas allows fan designers to submit suggested sets, which are the. Voted for by the community before being considered to be made into a real LEGO set. Talking about his design, Aaron said, “My fascination with LEGO boats began with the Black Seas Barracuda set (#6285), which captivated me with its intricate rigging for the masts and sails. Growing up along the Mississippi River, I developed a deep interest in paddle boats, which naturally inspired me to create this steamboat model. The design process involved researching images to capture the essence of steamboats and selecting specific LEGO elements to bring my vision to life. I was determined to scale the model for minifigures and incorporate modular boat hull bases as a nod to the classic LEGO pirate ships.”
The LEGO Ideas River Steamboat set will be available exclusively for LEGO Insiders early access from 7th April and for all customers from 10th April 2025 at www.LEGO.com/RiverSteamboat and LEGO Stores, priced at €329.99 / £289.99 / $329.99. In addition, between 7th – 13th April, LEGO Insiders will receive a free Gift with Purchase: The LEGO Amelia Ticket Booth (10+), while supplies last.
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