Arts & Culture - LYH – Lynchburg Tourism

Step into Lynchburg’s vibrant arts scene, where creativity fills every gallery, stage, and street corner. From historic theaters to modern murals, our city celebrates both tradition and innovation.

Come experience art that moves, inspires, and connects.

Art Alley

Art Alley is a placemaking conception turned reality that opened in 2021 in Downtown Lynchburg. At the intersection of Commerce and 11th Street you will find a blank canvas in […]

Water Bearer

This bronze statue, known as the Water Bearer, has quite the history behind it. Originally made of zinc, this figure was purchased from a catalog as a decoration for the […]

CityArts Mosaic Mural

Located on Jefferson Street across from Amazement Square, a 4,800 square foot tile mural chronicles the history of Lynchburg’s riverfront from before the European contact period to a view of […]

Make Waves Mural

Completed late summer 2020, this artful newcomer is minutes from Downtown. This beautiful mural, “Make Waves”, was painted on the sheet metal wall of the Craft Crucible building in Midtown. […]

Cityscape sculpture in Lynchburg, Virginia

Cityscape on Bluffwalk

The Cityscape on Lower Bluffwalk is a stunning piece, especially when back lit at night. It runs the length of the Lower Bluffwalk 11th Street Terrace steps and ramp, and […]

Imagination and Creation Mural

Funded through a James River Arts & Culture District project grant, Imagination and Creation was created by local graffiti artist, Clinton Jones. The mural explains what goes on at the […]

“Lynchbug” Sculpture

Part of Amazement Square’s CityArts Mentoring Program, the steel bug sculpture known as “Lynchbug” was erected in 2002 and stands on the sidewalk across from the museum’s entrance. The CityArts […]

Working Together mural in Downtown Lynchburg, VA

Helping Hands Mural

Located at the corner of 9th and Commerce Streets, this mural was painted in memory of Bev Cosby, an influential minister and advocate for social change in the 1950’s and ‘60’s. […]

American Woman?

The MOAG – Midtown Outdoor Art Gallery is located at 2520 Fort Avenue and features 10 large female photographic portraits. While in Midtown, check out the Make Waves and Lynchburg […]

LYH Public Art Tour

Take A Tour of LYH’s Public Art Lynchburg is home to passionate, creative minds who’ve made their mark on our city. The Downtown area, which includes the James River Arts […]

Academy Center of the Arts Main Street Mural

This mural was painted in 2013 by Megan Wells, chosen for its portrayal of Lynchburg arts, nature and culture. The 131-foot by 51-foot mural is on the side of the Academy […]

Amazement Square's caterpillar sculpture

“Spirals” the Caterpillar Sculpture

Part of Amazement Square’s CityArts Mentoring Program, the caterpillar bike rack named “Spirals” sits on the sidewalk in front of the museum’s entrance. The CityArts Mentoring Program was established in […]