Burritt on the Mountain
3101 Burritt Dr., Huntsville, AL, United States
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.
Burritt on the Mountain
3101 Burritt Dr., Huntsville, AL, United States
Join us for the 4th of July as we celebrate by making traditional percussion instruments from locally grown birdhouse gourds. Happening from 11:00-3:00 inside the Historic Park.
Burritt on the Mountain
3101 Burritt Dr., Huntsville, AL, United States
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.
Burritt on the Mountain
3101 Burritt Dr., Huntsville, AL, United States
Join us as we take advantage of the beautiful leaves and flowers around Burritt and capture some of the season making one of a kind botanical prints and rubbings. Happening from 11:00-3:00 inside the Historic Park.
Burritt on the Mountain
3101 Burritt Dr., Huntsville, AL, United States
Join us for Makers on the Mountain on August 1, where we’ll be demonstrating traditional basket‑making using locally gathered kudzu vines. From 11:00 am -3:00 p.m., visitors can see how this fast‑growing plant can be transformed into sturdy, beautiful fiber art. Contrary to it's much maligned reputation in the Southern US, Kudzu has long been valued not only as a natural fiber source but also for its many uses in food and herbal medicine. Stop by to learn more about this versatile vine and watch a basket take shape right before your eyes. Free with admission.
