Burritt Celebrates 70 years!

This year, Burritt on the Mountain proudly celebrates 70 years as Huntsville’s first museum and a beloved cultural landmark. Thanks to Dr. William Burritt, who gifted his mansion and 167 acres to the City of Huntsville – Burritt has become a place where history comes alive, natural beauty inspires, and community connections flourish.

From breathtaking views of Huntsville’s growing skyline to our historic cabins, barnyard, and the 1938 Burritt Mansion, Burritt is where Alabama’s past and future meet. Visitors of all ages come to Learn, Play, Create, Explore, Experience, Gather, and Celebrate.

We invite you to Build Community with us, Preserve History, and Celebrate a seven-decade legacy of Alabama’s past — and help Burritt on the Mountain shine even brighter for the next 70 years.

Burritt on the Mountain Giving Campaign: Preserving History for Future Generations

At the heart of our historic site stands Dr. William Burritt’s 1938 mansion. To honor our past and protect our future, we are launching a special fundraising initiative dedicated to preserving and restoring Dr. Burritt’s mansion. This treasured one of a kind, x-shaped home requires critical repairs to ensure it remains a lasting centerpiece of our story.

The design of the house allows for natural light to flood into the home, but the windows need repair. There are 36 windows of varying sizes, each with individual panes of glass. That is 816 individual panes that will need to be removed while the frames are carefully cleaned and restored and the glass replaced.

Your support will safeguard this historic gem as well the preservation of our eight historic structures in the park.  Every contribution helps protect our legacy and continue providing enriching experiences for families, students, and visitors of all ages.

Join us in preserving history! 

No amount is too small…donate today and be a part of Burritt on the Mountain’s impact in our community.

Donate Today!