Over the course of this 4 week class, using a modern electric pottery wheel, you will learn the time-tested basics of shaping clay, as your instructor guides you through the essential steps of creating a wheel-thrown vessel.
British Invasion Dinner Buffet featuring The Beatles Tribute Band 3 Savile Row Celebrate America250 at Burritt with an evening like no other. Enjoy immersive entertainment and delightful cuisine. Presented by: Paula Cushman Begin your night mingling while sampling a signature British Cocktail. Take a commemorative photo with a historic figure from the Tennessee Valley SAR Color Guard. This event is truly one-of-a-kind. Enjoy a dinner buffet featuring authentic British pub favorites to suit all tastes. Experience an energetic performance by the Beatles Tribute Band 3 Savile Row.
Come and join us for fun Glass Fusing project! You will be making a 6x6 project to display or hang in your home. We’ll walk you through each step, giving you tricks and tips on how to use our glass fusing materials and tools along the way.
This class introduces students to the art of spinning yarn using a drop spindle. Participants will learn the fundamentals of fiber preparation, drafting, and spinning to create their own handspun yarn.
Discover the ancient art of transforming plants into rope. For thousands of years, people around the world relied on natural fibers—like iris leaves, daffodil stems, and even kudzu—to create strong, durable cordage for daily life. Join us as we explore this traditional skill using plants gathered right here on the mountain. Guests are welcome to roll up their sleeves and try their hand at twisting their own cordage alongside our demonstrators. Happening from 10:00-11:30am and from 1:00-2:30pm. This activity is free for Burritt members or included with general admission.
