The LEGO Group exists to inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow, believing that play has the power to shape children's potential from the moment they pick up their first brick. Founded in 1932 by Ole Kirk Kristiansen, the company has grown from a small Danish carpenter's workshop into one of the world's leading manufacturers of play materials, with its name derived from the Danish words "leg godt" meaning "play well." The iconic LEGO brick, with its unique interlocking tube system, has remained fundamentally unchanged since 1958, enabling unlimited building possibilities and earning recognition as "Toy of the Century" twice.
Today, the privately held company remains owned by the Kirk Kristiansen family, employing over 31,000 people across more than 40 countries, all united by the mission to have a positive impact on the world children will inherit. Through the LEGO Foundation, LEGO Education, and LEGO House, the company extends beyond toys to champion learning through play, sustainability initiatives, and creative experiences that help children develop critical 21st-century skills like systematic creativity, logical reasoning, and imaginative problem-solving. The company is committed to building a sustainable future and making a positive difference in the lives of children worldwide.
