Join us during this special Makers event as one of our talented interpreters showcases safe woodworking techniques using authentic 19th‑century tools.
Tim Martin is a North Alabama artisan whose craftsmanship reflects his lifelong immersion in woodworking. With a style that blends deeply rooted traditional techniques with sculptural artistry and historical craftsmanship, Tim’s chairs marry traditional Appalachian craftsmanship through his meticulous hand-tool joinery and historical construction techniques with his artist’s sensibility for sculptural form. Each piece stands as a unique, functional work of art that honors both legacy and aesthetic expression. Come join us as he demonstrates this time-honored tradition of furniture making from 10:00-3:00 on the Meals porch in the Historic Park. Free with admission.
Join us for a Makers Day with Reed Carpenter of Carpenter Carpentry as he demonstrates traditional pen making in front of the Eddins and Chandler Houses in the Historic Park from 10:00-3:00pm. Using a handheld lathe and finely selected hardwoods, Reed transforms simple wood blanks into beautifully crafted writing instruments while sharing insights into turning techniques, tool selection, and the artistry behind functional woodcraft. Visitors are invited to stop by, watch the process up close, and learn how precision, patience, and creativity come together in this engaging demonstration.
Have fun in the sun and learn about Cyanotype, the first alternative photographic printing process, (dating back to 1843).
We invite all who feel inspired to experience the joy of creating art outdoors in the beauty of Burritt’s Historic Park. From 10:00 to 3:00, plein-air easels stocked with paper , charcoals, pencils and pastels will be set up throughout the grounds, ready for anyone who wishes to draw from nature in a peaceful, welcoming environment. Plein-air (“open air”) painting and drawing have a rich history stretching back centuries. Artists around the world have long stepped outside their studios to capture light, color, and landscape directly from life.
