What is Maker Faire?
Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects.
We call it the Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth - a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness.
Glimpse the future and get inspired!
Featured Makers
Circuits
Join Randolph College to learn about the basics of electricity. Build series and parallel circuits and learn how to use switches to control a light bulb.
Finding Pests in Your Home
We will have a model home with pests hidden throughout it for children (and adults) to search for them. Once they have been found, various facts about those specific pests will be discussed along with other ways to prevent pests from infesting their homes.
PRS Kart - Safety Third Racing
Safety Third Racing joins the Power Racing Series fun with our custom-built electric kart. Simple, lightweight, and built with off the shelf parts. This kart showcases how everyday materials, recycled parts, and a bit of garage engineering can be turned into a surprisingly capable racing machine. Stop by the Power Racing Series track during the day to see team Safety Third Racing in action, check out the kart up close, and learn how makers, students, and hobbyists are transforming everyday components into wild racing machines.
Mad Max Kart
The Mad Max kart is racing for victory. This kart was built at Vector Space, Lynchburg's community makerspace, by talented and dedicated members.
Lynchburg Museum System
The Lynchburg Museum System is excited to share some of the history of STEM in Lynchburg, Va.
Knex Roller Coaster Model
Come see a huge working model roller coaster built out of K'nex! This coaster is built with thousands of parts, and there will be some epic roller coaster action!
Happy Hippocampus
The Happy Hippocampus provides a curated sensory play experience for all ages to enjoy. Visit our display for hands on sensory play, resources to use at home, and free fidgets. As a neurodivergent family we love providing a calming space at community events with hands on tools for grounding. We also give out free fidgets to any one who stops by!
Make your own button
Join Randolph College to make your own button. We will have science designs on hand for inspiration or you can make your own unique design!
