Bring your family to Burritt on The Mountain to celebrate African American Heritage for Black History Month.
Events will include a quilt artist discussion and presentations about the history of Black education in our area, both in Rosenwald Schools and higher education.
Families can join hands-on activities in their replica 1918 Rosenwald Schoolhouse presented by Burritt Education Staff.
Families can also try the modern treasure hunt called geocaching using GPS technology as you learn about Dr. Gladys West, a brilliant mathematician and one of the first black female scientists to work for the US Navel Weapons Laboratory. Her pioneering work led to the development of our modern GPS system.
This event is included in regular Burritt admission or is free to Burritt members. Become a member!
Schedule of Events:
- 10:30 – Learn about Gladys West, GPS technology history, and find a geocache learning to use a GPS unit
- 11:30 – From Photos to Quilts Discussion with Artist Tiavalya Befecadu – Please see introduction below
- 1:00 – “A Place Called Oakwood: A historical look at a small university campus in Huntsville” by Raymond King the Director of Student Activities at Oakwood University for over 13 years. He isn’t a native of Huntsville but considers himself a Huntsvillian. He enjoys exploring everything the Huntsville has to offer, including volunteering at Burritt on the Mountain.
- 2:00 – Rosenwald School activities and history
- 3:00 – Learn about Gladys West, GPS technology history, and find a geocache learning to use a GPS unit
Read more about Tiavalya Befecadu HERE!
*Please note that Burritt on the Mountain is requiring masks inside all buildings and outdoors where distancing can not be maintained.*
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Date: Saturday, February 05
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Price:
- Adults – $12
- Children & Students – $8
- Seniors(60+) & Military – $10
- Children 2 and under – FREE
- Burritt Members – FREE
Phone: +12565362882
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