Where Curiosity Leads to Discovery
Hands-on experiences and playful learning that help kids explore how the world works.
The 25th Anniversary of the Amazing Mile Children’s Run and Family Festival
We’re still buzzing from the 25th Anniversary of the Amazing Mile Children’s Run & Family Festival!
What a milestone celebration! This year’s event brought together a record number of runners, more than 1,000 friends and community members, 80 incredible volunteers, and our amazing sponsors for an unforgettable evening of fun, fitness, and community spirit.
A huge congratulations to our top male and female finishers in the 1-mile race and to Linkhorne Middle School, this year’s Middle School Challenge winners!
Thank you to everyone who helped make the 25th Anniversary of the Amazing Mile one to remember. We couldn’t have done it without you!
why it matters
Our Mission at Amazement Square
Last year, over 70,000 children and families explored, played, and learned at Amazement Square.
We cultivate a community of lifelong learners by sparking imagination, creativity, and curiosity.
As a hands-on, multi-disciplinary museum in historic downtown Lynchburg, we believe creative play is one of the most important ways children — and families — learn and grow. Through interactive exhibits and immersive experiences, we invite guests of all ages to explore, experiment, and discover together.
When curiosity leads the way, anything becomes possible.
What’s Happening Next at Amazement Square
Plan ahead. Save the date. Make memories that last.
There’s always something new to explore. From workshops and themed days to seasonal celebrations, every visit brings something different to discover.
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Your support turns curiosity into confidence. Every gift fuels discovery, creativity, and hands-on learning — giving every child a place to explore what’s possible.
