Spring Events
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Summer Events
$65.00
Textile Arts: “Telling a Story with String”
Using fibers such yarn, macrame string, beads and feathers we will create a wall tapestry personal to our own view of nature!
$25.00 – $70.00
2024 City Lights & Stars: Huntsville’s In the Mood Swing Band
2024 marks the 31st Season of the City Lights & Stars Concert Series at Burritt on the Mountain, and we have 8 concerts to celebrate! Calling Huntsville “Hometown”, Huntsville’s In the Mood is an exciting 21 piece big band. Specializing in swing and jazz making every occasion an exciting event. Influences include Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, Henry Mancini, Cole Porter Bobby Darrin, Ella Fitzgerald and Count Basie. Bring your chair, blanket and picnic to enjoy the evening. Food trucks will be onsite with food & dessert available for purchase. Beer and Wine available for purchase.
Fall Events
Music on the Mountain 2024
Music on the Mountain Sunday, September 15th 12:30pm – 4:30pm Enjoy some old-time favorites as you wander through our Historic Park and listen to musicians share their love of making music the old-fashioned way. Visit for an hour or two or bring a picnic lunch and spend the day on the mountain. Admission includes a trip to the Burritt Mansion and/or hiking our trails. Please check the website for a schedule of events.
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$65.00
Textile Arts: “Telling a Story with String”
Using fibers such yarn, macrame string, beads and feathers we will create a wall tapestry personal to our own view of nature!
$115.00
Weekday Series: “Stained Glass Celestial Ring”
This weekday beginners class is all about working with curves in stained glass. The focus of the class are the celestial forms which surround Earth – the sun, the moon, a hint of the sky with a beautiful, free-hanging beveled star in the center.
$75.00
Ceramics: “Clay Jack O’Lantern”
Come join us for a beginners hand-building clay workshop! In this stress-free lesson we will be making a jack o’lantern that is perfect for the upcoming spooky season!
$75.00
Jewelry Making: “Copper Pattern Wire Bracelet”
Wire wrapping in jewelry can be found in a wide variety of techniques. In this 3 hour class, you will gain an introduction to my technique that is perfect for any skill level.
$65.00
Cooking: “Muscadine Jelly”
Muscadines are native to the southeastern US, full of flavor, and make a beautiful jelly. Participants will work in groups of 3 and will each take away 3 jars of homemade muscadine jelly.
$115.00
Glass: “Stained Glass Celestial Ring”
This beginners class is all about working with curves in stained glass. The focus of the class are the celestial forms which surround Earth – the sun, the moon, a hint of the sky with a beautiful, free-hanging beveled star in the center.
$70.00
Textile Arts: “Kudzu Egg Basket”
Make your own egg basket from kudzu vines! Using whole and split kudzu vines and bark, students will weave their own unique kudzu basket. Beginners welcome!
$80.00
Visual Arts: “Beginner Brush Lettering”
In this beginner level brush lettering class students will learn everything they need to know to get started with brush lettering. Students will go home with their starter kits including workbook, markers, and more!
$75.00
Ceramics: “Face Jug (or Mug!)”
The term ugly jugs was first used in the early 1900’s. Styles of face jugs range from realistic to highly fantastical. In this class you’ll be provided with a basic wheel-thrown jug or mug (your choice) to decorate using hand-building techniques to create a face that is uniquely yours!
$85.00
Jewelry Making: “Ginko Bead Cuff Bracelet”
Students will combine wire and beading skills to design and make a custom ginko cuff bracelet. They will use sterling silver wire, sterling beads and get creative with a wide variety of glass gingko beads to create a unique combination.
$115.00
Weekday Series: “Stained Glass Flower Rings”
This lovely openwork, stained glass flower will keep summer blooming throughout the year. This weekday class is a perfect introduction for those who are new to working in stained glass. All materials, tools and a choice of glass colors will be provided.
$135.00
Weekday Series: “Letter Opener”
This weekday class will focus on several basic forging fundamentals. Using the forge, anvil, and basic hand tools students will learn tapering, spreading, scrolling, bending, and riveting as they make a letter opener.
$90.00
Haunted Mansion Dinner 2024 – October 11th
Haunted Mansion Dinner October 11th , 17th, 24th & 25th | 6pm – 8pm $90 per person Don’t miss this SPOOKTACULAR dinner at Dr. Burritt’s chilling mansion. The sit-down dinner includes Ghostly White and Bone-Dry Red Wine. Visit the Fortune Teller for a few haunting surprises. Strange noises, creepy crawly’ s, ghostly visits, all part of the experience! Appetizers Skull Caprese Skewers Jalapeno Popper Mummies Salad Ghoulish Salad mixed greens, apples, dried cherries, roasted pecans and a blood orange vinaigrette.
$135.00
Blacksmithing: “Letter Opener”
This class will focus on several basic forging fundamentals. Using the forge, anvil, and basic hand tools students will learn tapering, spreading, scrolling, bending, and riveting as they make a letter opener.
$115.00
Glass: “Stained Glass Flower Rings”
This lovely openwork, stained glass flower will keep summer blooming throughout the year. This class is a perfect introduction for those who are new to working in stained glass. All materials, tools and a choice of glass colors will be provided.
$55.00
Herbs: “Make Your Own Fire Cider”
In this class, students will learn about the history and uses of this traditional herbal tonic while making their own using fresh garlic, ginger, honey and more. Each student will go home with their own jar to use over the coming cold months.
$65.00
Fiber Arts: “Spooky Scary Granny Crochet”
Join us for a fun and creative workshop where you’ll learn to crochet your very own spooky ghost! This class is perfect for both beginners and experienced crocheters looking to add a touch of Halloween magic to their skills.
$75.00
Ceramics: “Acorn Pinch Pot”
Come join us for a beginners hand-building clay workshop! In this stress-free lesson we will be making an acorn pinch pot with lid. You will be shown different tricks and techniques to create your clay masterpieces.
$90.00
Haunted Mansion Dinner 2024 – October 17th
Haunted Mansion Dinner October 11th , 17th, 24th & 25th | 6pm – 8pm $90 per person Don’t miss this SPOOKTACULAR dinner at Dr. Burritt’s chilling mansion. The sit-down dinner includes Ghostly White and Bone-Dry Red Wine. Visit the Fortune Teller for a few haunting surprises. Strange noises, creepy crawly’ s, ghostly visits, all part of the experience! Appetizers Skull Caprese Skewers Jalapeno Popper Mummies Salad Ghoulish Salad mixed greens, apples, dried cherries, roasted pecans and a blood orange vinaigrette.
$67.00
Folk Traditions: “Pumpkin Carving”
Take your pumpkin carving to the next level! In this class, students will learn the techniques of creating a shaved pumpkin design. The instructor will guide you through the steps of carving a scene on a locally grown pumpkin.
$90.00
Haunted Mansion Dinner 2024 – October 24th
Haunted Mansion Dinner October 11th , 17th, 24th & 25th | 6pm – 8pm $90 per person Don’t miss this SPOOKTACULAR dinner at Dr. Burritt’s chilling mansion. The sit-down dinner includes Ghostly White and Bone-Dry Red Wine. Visit the Fortune Teller for a few haunting surprises. Strange noises, creepy crawly’ s, ghostly visits, all part of the experience! Appetizers Skull Caprese Skewers Jalapeno Popper Mummies Salad Ghoulish Salad mixed greens, apples, dried cherries, roasted pecans and a blood orange vinaigrette.
$90.00
Haunted Mansion Dinner 2024 – October 25th
Haunted Mansion Dinner October 11th , 17th, 24th & 25th | 6pm – 8pm $90 per person Don’t miss this SPOOKTACULAR dinner at Dr. Burritt’s chilling mansion. The sit-down dinner includes Ghostly White and Bone-Dry Red Wine. Visit the Fortune Teller for a few haunting surprises. Strange noises, creepy crawly’ s, ghostly visits, all part of the experience! Appetizers Skull Caprese Skewers Jalapeno Popper Mummies Salad Ghoulish Salad mixed greens, apples, dried cherries, roasted pecans and a blood orange vinaigrette.
$75.00
Ceramics: “Holiday Ornaments”
Come join us for a beginners hand-building clay workshop! In this stress-free lesson we will be making a set of holiday ornaments.
$115.00
Weekday Series: “Stained Glass Snowflake”
Come celebrate the upcoming winter season by making a beautiful stained glass snowflake. In this weekday class, we will be creating glass and wire snowflakes in this beginners class and as in the natural world, each of the snowflakes made will be uniquely beautiful.
$135.00
Weekday Series: “Holiday Hangers”
This weekday class will focus on several basic forging fundamentals. Using the forge, anvil, and basic hand tools students will learn tapering, spreading, scrolling, bending, and riveting as they make hanger hooks perfect for hanging wreaths, stockings, plants and more!
$70.00
Visual Arts: “Holiday Gift Bag Design”
We will learn how to do holiday doodles and have a brief lesson on hand lettering before we get into designing our gift bags. You will get to take home all of your supplies, plus two extra gift bags so that you can practice decorating more at home.
$90.00
Fiber Arts: “Crochet Snowflakes”
Deck your halls with crochet snowflakes this holiday season. We will use cotton yarn to hook a selection of 3-5 unique snowflakes made from five basic stitches. Beginners are welcome and will enjoy learning the basics of crochet. Intermediate/experienced crocheters will have fun combining stitch patterns.
$135.00
Blacksmithing: “Holiday Hangers”
This class will focus on several basic forging fundamentals. Using the forge, anvil, and basic hand tools students will learn tapering, spreading, scrolling, bending, and riveting as they make hanger hooks perfect for hanging wreaths, stockings, plants and more!
$115.00
Glass: “Stained Glass Snowflake”
Come celebrate the upcoming winter season by making a beautiful stained glass snowflake. We will be creating glass and wire snowflakes in this beginners class and as in the natural world, each of the snowflakes made will be uniquely beautiful.
$65.00
Ceramics: “Test Drive the Wheel”
Curious about the potter’s wheel but not sure where to start? In this 3 hour introductory class we’ll cover a bit of history (including why it is called “throwing”) and the basics of using a potter’s wheel.
Winter Events
$55.00 – $70.00
2024 Candlelight Christmas Friday
Purchase your Car Passes for up to 6 people Today! Candlelight Christmas is Rain or Shine! All activities and musicians are inside the Mansion, Old Country Church, Baron Bluff or Historic Park Buildings to keep you warm and dry! Join us for a touch of Christmas past at Burritt on the Mountain’s annual favorite Candlelight Christmas. Burritt comes alive with the sights, sounds and smells of a traditional Christmas. Don’t wait, buy your tickets today.
$50.00 – $70.00
2024 Candlelight Christmas Saturday
Purchase your Car Passes for up to 6 people Today! Candlelight Christmas is Rain or Shine! All activities and musicians are inside the Mansion, Old Country Church, Baron Bluff or Historic Park Buildings to keep you warm and dry! Join us for a touch of Christmas past at Burritt on the Mountain’s annual favorite Candlelight Christmas. Burritt comes alive with the sights, sounds and smells of a traditional Christmas. Don’t wait, buy your tickets today.
Holiday Magic Dinners 2024
Don’t miss this cherished 30-year tradition! Celebrate the season and support Burritt’s longest-running fundraiser. Experience the magic of the holidays at the historic Burritt Mansion. Join us for an elegant five course meal, complete with appetizers, soup, salad, entrée, and dessert, all complemented by wine and coffee. You will be serenaded by Huntsville’s Master Chorale with beloved holiday songs and Father Christmas will bring a special gift. Don’t miss this cherished 30-year tradition; celebrate the season and support Burritt’s longest-running fundraiser.
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Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Wednesday, December 18th at 7:00 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
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$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 18th at 7pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Wednesday, December 18th at 7:00 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 19th at 7pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Thursday, December 19th at 7:00 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 20th at 7pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Friday, December 20th at 7:00 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 21st at 2:30pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Saturday, December 21st at 2:30 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 21st at 7pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Saturday, December 21st at 7 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 22nd at 2:30pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Sunday, December 22nd at 2:30 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
Holiday Events
$115.00
Weekday Series: “Stained Glass Snowflake”
Come celebrate the upcoming winter season by making a beautiful stained glass snowflake. In this weekday class, we will be creating glass and wire snowflakes in this beginners class and as in the natural world, each of the snowflakes made will be uniquely beautiful.
$70.00
Visual Arts: “Holiday Gift Bag Design”
We will learn how to do holiday doodles and have a brief lesson on hand lettering before we get into designing our gift bags. You will get to take home all of your supplies, plus two extra gift bags so that you can practice decorating more at home.
$115.00
Glass: “Stained Glass Snowflake”
Come celebrate the upcoming winter season by making a beautiful stained glass snowflake. We will be creating glass and wire snowflakes in this beginners class and as in the natural world, each of the snowflakes made will be uniquely beautiful.
$55.00 – $70.00
2024 Candlelight Christmas Friday
Purchase your Car Passes for up to 6 people Today! Candlelight Christmas is Rain or Shine! All activities and musicians are inside the Mansion, Old Country Church, Baron Bluff or Historic Park Buildings to keep you warm and dry! Join us for a touch of Christmas past at Burritt on the Mountain’s annual favorite Candlelight Christmas. Burritt comes alive with the sights, sounds and smells of a traditional Christmas. Don’t wait, buy your tickets today.
$50.00 – $70.00
2024 Candlelight Christmas Saturday
Purchase your Car Passes for up to 6 people Today! Candlelight Christmas is Rain or Shine! All activities and musicians are inside the Mansion, Old Country Church, Baron Bluff or Historic Park Buildings to keep you warm and dry! Join us for a touch of Christmas past at Burritt on the Mountain’s annual favorite Candlelight Christmas. Burritt comes alive with the sights, sounds and smells of a traditional Christmas. Don’t wait, buy your tickets today.
Holiday Magic Dinners 2024
Don’t miss this cherished 30-year tradition! Celebrate the season and support Burritt’s longest-running fundraiser. Experience the magic of the holidays at the historic Burritt Mansion. Join us for an elegant five course meal, complete with appetizers, soup, salad, entrée, and dessert, all complemented by wine and coffee. You will be serenaded by Huntsville’s Master Chorale with beloved holiday songs and Father Christmas will bring a special gift. Don’t miss this cherished 30-year tradition; celebrate the season and support Burritt’s longest-running fundraiser.
View EventSanders Family Christmas Play 2024
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Wednesday, December 18th at 7:00 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
View Event
$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 18th at 7pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Wednesday, December 18th at 7:00 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 19th at 7pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Thursday, December 19th at 7:00 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 20th at 7pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Friday, December 20th at 7:00 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 21st at 2:30pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Saturday, December 21st at 2:30 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 21st at 7pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Saturday, December 21st at 7 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.
$30.00
Sanders Family Christmas Play 2024 – December 22nd at 2:30pm
Sanders Family Christmas Play in the Old Country Church produced by Southern Rogue Theatre Company Performance: Sunday, December 22nd at 2:30 p.m. The Sanders Family is back at Burritt this December. Southern Rogue Theatre Company and Burritt on the Mountain pair together to bring this hilarious musical favorite to the community. Conceived by Alan Bailey and penned by Connie Ray, this famous sequel of Smoke on the Mountain returns to the Old Country Church at Burritt on the Mountain. We’ll return to Mount Pleasant, North Carolina, on Christmas Eve of 1941.