HUNTSVILLE – For those who want to celebrate North Alabama’s rich folk traditions, then Burritt on the Mountain is the place to be this weekend.
The fifth annual Round Top Folk Festival, set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m Saturday, brings together artisans and musicians for a day of creativity, culture, and community spirit.
Visitors can enjoy arts, skills, and crafts demonstrations, regional and local musicians, and hands-on experiences that honor Alabama’s cultural heritage.
“Burritt on the Mountain was founded to preserve the stories and traditions that make our community unique,” said CEO Melanie Thornton. “The Round Top Folk Festival brings that mission to life, offering visitors a chance to see, hear, and take part in Alabama’s living heritage.”
For a tasty start to a festival experience, the museum offers the Round Top Brunch from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the mountain-top setting. Enjoy a gourmet brunch featuring a blend of traditional favorites before heading out to explore the festival.
Brunch pricing:
Adults – $25; Children – $12; Children under 3 – Free
Brunch tickets include general admission. Sales end at noon Wednesday.
Admission to the festival:
Adults – $12; Children & Students – $8; Seniors (60+older) & Military – $10;
Children 2 & under – Free; Burritt Members – Free.
Featured Artisan Presentations
- Beth Hunter – “Alabama Quilts and Their Stories”
2 p.m. in the Folklife Classroom
Historian, quilter, and professional speaker Beth Hunter shares insights from her upcoming book exploring the stories behind 67 Alabama quilts — one from each county in Alabama. - Billy Whitefox – Native American Flutes & Storytelling
11 a.m. on Chandler Porch
Award-winning flute maker and storyteller Billy Whitefox, an instructor at the John C. Campbell Folk School, will perform on Native American flutes and share traditional tales.
Music Schedule
Outback of Welcome Center
- 10–11 a.m. – Sandy River Ramblers (may play until noonish)
- 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. – Mike Ball
- 2:15–3:15 p.m. – Brooks minus Overdone
Gazebo
- 12:30–2 p.m. – Microwave Dave
Smith Williams Porch
- 10:30–11:30 a.m. – Two Hammers and a Pick
- Noon–1 p.m. – The Musgrove Session
- 1:30–2:30 p.m. – Allen Watkins Band
- 3–4 p.m. – Wolves A Howlin
Artisan Market Vendors and Demonstrators
Experience the work of talented artisans from across the region, demonstrating and selling handcrafted creations in a variety of traditional skills.
- Christina Bagdazian – Quilling
- Amanda Banks – Crochet
- Reed Carpenter – Pen Turning
- Shar Claudia – Hearth Cooking
- Kitty Davenport – Wheat Weaving
- Joshua Fortenberry – Spoon Carving
- Tony Garter – Native American Jewelry
- Jeannie Gibson – Reclaimed Wood Creations
- Sara Glines – Baskets
- Mary Gover – Block Printing & Jewelry
- Carolyn Hastings – Bobbin Lace
- Daniel Hessler – Caning & Baskets
- Valerie Hill – Canning
- Beth Hopkin – Wheat Weaving
- Beth Hunter – Quilting
- Chris Lang – Woodworking
- Connie Lattner – Tatting
- Meghan Laury Tucker – Hearth Cooking
- Jeff O’Brien – Flintknapping
- Elesa Phares – Jewelry
- Phil Coker – Blacksmithing
- Beth Phillips – Kudzu Baskets
- Dennis Scott – Soapmaking
- Elizabeth Lewis Scott – Painting
- Shachar Newton – Blacksmithing
- Peace & Travis Smith – Stained Glass
- Laura Steltenpohl – Geology Book
- Emily Wallace – Weaving & Spinning
- Paul Weiland – Pottery
- Billy Whitefox – Native American Flutes
- Menaka Whiteowl Stall – Scrimshaw
- Vicky Yager – Leather Working
- Kevin Yarborough – Leather Working
For more information, visit www.burrittonthemountain.com
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