Giant Rubik’s Cube

The Giant Rubik’s Cube at the University of Michigan is an engineering marvel—fully functional, student-designed, and one of the heaviest Rubik’s Cubes on Earth.

Recommended For

Puzzle enthusiasts
Challenge yourself with a giant, interactive version of the world’s best-selling puzzle.

STEM students & educators
Explore innovative engineering firsthand through a creative, real-world capstone project.

Campus visitors & families
Enjoy a fun, hands-on stop during a University of Michigan tour.

Design & tech lovers
See how mechanical ingenuity scales up a classic handheld toy.

What Makes It Unique

This isn’t just a sculpture—it’s a fully functional Rubik’s Cube weighing 1,500 pounds. Key highlights include:

Student-Built: Created by two undergrad mechanical engineering teams from 2014–2017
Oversized Design: Inspired by an existing campus sculpture, built on a massive scale
Engineering Innovations: Uses rollers and transfer bearings to reduce friction for smoother turns
Interactive Feature: The cube is open to the public—yes, you can try to solve it!
Color Swap: White was replaced with purple to make it more vibrant and original

Fun Fact

Although it’s often mistaken for the largest Rubik’s Cube in the world, it officially holds the title of the largest free-standing Rubik’s Cube according to the World Record Academy. Guinness World Records credits a different cube by Tony Fisher (UK) as the largest overall.

Visitor Tips

When to Visit: Check the College of Engineering’s event page for current cube visiting hours
Hands-On Fun: The cube is interactive—bring friends and try to solve it together!
Photo-Worthy: Don’t miss snapping a shot with this iconic, colorful piece of campus innovation

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