Spring on the Mountain

A model covered wagon is parked outside a replica 1800s barn for Burritt's Spring Farm Days event.

Despite the lingering cold, Spring is just around the corner and there is no better way to celebrate than with a breath of fresh, mountain air! Burritt on the Mountain has announced their Spring schedule this year and it’s full of exciting events to help bring in the season.

Burritt on the Mountain announces Spring Schedule

From Black History Month to GeoQuests and more, Burritt has an exciting lineup that will offer something to kids of all ages. Best of all, these programs are not only educational, but interactive and perfect for engaging the littles.

Six Buffalo Soldiers pose for a picture. Burritt's upcoming event will include a visit from Buffalo Soldiers. — *With performances and demonstrations, Burritt’s Celebrate Black History will explore the lives of African Americans throughout history.*

Celebrate Black History Month at Burritt on the Mountain will kick off the Spring events on February 13. The event will feature a special performance by the Huntsville Community Drumline, a lesson on the famed Buffalo Soldiers and time in the replica Rosenwald Schoolhouse to discover what African American education looked like.

A fire burns as part of the Fire on the Mountain event demonstrations. — *With live blacksmith and fireside cooking demonstrations, take a trip back to life in the 1800s.*

Travel back to the 1800s when cooks prepare historic recipes over open fires and cast-iron cook stoves and blacksmiths hold live demonstrations at the forge. A returning favorite, Fire on the Mountain will take place March 6 from 10 a.m – 3 p.m. at Burritt.

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Maps and GPS are part of the upcoming Geocaching event at Burritt. — *Have the whole family search for Quest Cards in Burritt’s new Geocaching Adventure.*

The fun continues with GeoQuest Adventures from March 27 – September 9. With the aid of GPS and clues, the whole family can join the hunt for Quest Cards on the trails and grounds. Families can choose between four adventures: Nature Quest, History Quest, Critter Quest, or Letterboxing Quest. Collect all four sets of Quest Cards for a chance to be entered into a drawing for a family membership!

Enjoy a Spring Staycation with Burritt

Hikers explore a trail during Burritt's Spring Break events. — From hikes to scavenger hunts and more, Burritt has an exciting Spring Break lineup.

From hiking to geocaching and letterboxing, Burritt will host plenty of activities for a perfect Staycation during Spring Break.

Kick off the fun during a guided hike through Burritt. Join an experienced educator and enjoy rock formations, animal tracks, plants, and geological experiments on March 30.
Come back on March 31 for a Spring Scavenger Hunt! Visit the animals in the barnyard and tour the grounds.
Explore the Old Quarry Trail and the Viduta Pike Trail on April 1 for Let’s Hike! Enjoy an educator-led hike through the trails as they point out animal tracks, plants, rock formations and more.
Learn the basics of adventuring with Letterboxing, GPS and Geocaching 101 on April 2. Learn about the Victorian Scavenger Hunt called Letterboxing and the high-tech scavenger hunt using GPS, then put that knowledge to the test with a “treasure hunt.”

A young child enjoys a hunt during Burritt's Easter Jubilee event. — *Hunt for eggs, make Easter crafts and more during the Easter Jubilee.*

Break out those Easter baskets, and collect eggs and treats during Easter Jubilee on April 3. Try your hand at panning gems and make a fun Easter craft!

Learn about life on the farm during the 1800s during Spring Farm Days! Enjoy sheep shearing and blacksmith demonstrations and watch wool be spun to yarn, milk a faux cow, play with antique toys and view antique farm equipment. Try your hand at rug beating, butter churning and mattress stuffing and leave with a new appreciation for modern conveniences. The festivities will last from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on April 10.

Get Lost in Nature at the Madison County Nature Trail

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A graphic of a guitar depicts vibrations and music coming off of it for Burritt's upcoming Melodies on the Mountain event. — *Students can learn the science behind sound and melodies during Melodies on the Mountain.*

Explore the relationship between science and music during Melodies on the Mountain: Good Vibrations on April 22. Join a talented local musician from the Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation as they conduct a fascinating lesson on the science of sound and harmony. Finish the day with a musical themed craft. Registration is limited, be sure to reserve your spot early.

A photo depicts a child peeking behind a red velvet curtain as part of Burritt's upcoming Opera on the Mountain event. — *Children will be introduced to opera in a fun and engaging performance.*

Enjoy a lighthearted and fun operatic version of The Town Musicians of Bremen during Opera on the Mountain: Learning through the Arts. Join Burritt on May 6 to introduce students to opera in a fun and engaging way. After the show, enjoy a visit to the barnyard and learn what these animals provide for their families. Registration is limited, be sure to reserve your spot early.

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Lauren Lee

Lauren Lee is a longtime dog mom transitioning to life as a rookie human mom. She is married to her college sweetheart, Josh, and they are looking forward to meeting their son later this year. Lauren is a Jacksonville State University alumni and has been a published writer since she was sixteen. In her free time, Lauren enjoys reading, writing, knitting and hiking with her two dogs.