To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the first Space Shuttle flight in 1981, LEGO has released an incredible new NASA Space Shuttle Discovery building set. This 2,354-piece set captures the awe and grandeur of space exploration with its intricate detail and realistic features.

Developed in collaboration with NASA, the Discovery orbiter includes landing gear, payload bay doors, elevons, and a rudder. Additionally, this fantastic building set comes with the Hubble telescope, which can be folded up for storage inside of the payload bay or expanded to create a stand-alone display complete with its own plaque. Accurately capturing both the STS-31 mission that launched the Hubble Space Telescope and the landmark first flight of 1981's Space Shuttle program, this amazing LEGO set is sure to captivate children ages 18 and above, as well as space buffs everywhere. Get ready for liftoff starting April 1st!

The NASA Space Shuttle Discovery building set from LEGO is truly remarkable. This deluxe construction kit contains an astonishing 2,354 pieces that allow builders to assemble a model that is incredibly detailed and lifelike in every way. This impressive representation of humanity's journey into space showcases functional landing gear as well as functional payload bay doors, elevons, and rudders on its detailed replica of a Discovery orbiter. All are meticulously crafted and true to life thanks to NASA's collaboration with LEGO designers.

Eagled-eyed builders will also be able to spot a foldable Hubble telescope included in the box which can be stored away inside of the payload bay or displayed separately alongside its commemorative plaque. With its stunning visuals and intricate design elements, this educational toy offers hours upon hours of creative playtime fun for aspiring astronauts anywhere aged 18 and above.