Two of the city’s historic institutions are teaming up to bring Alabama’s early craftsmanship to life during a special community event later this month.

Alabama Constitution Hall Park and Burritt on the Mountain will host Maker’s Day on Saturday, April 11, beginning at 10 a.m. The event is designed to showcase the traditional trades and hands-on skills that helped shape early communities across the region.

Organizers say the event will feature “Makers off the Mountain,” bringing Burritt’s artisans into downtown Huntsville for live demonstrations of historic crafts. Visitors can expect to see blacksmithing, loom weaving, carpentry and other trades that were essential to everyday life in Alabama’s early years.

“We are so excited to be partnering with Burritt on the Mountain to bring together two of Huntsville’s museums,” said Beth Goodwin, CEO of EarlyWorks. “Alabama Constitution Hall Park is the perfect setting to highlight Burritt’s artisans for Maker’s Day.”

Throughout the day, guests have the opportunity to watch skilled craftspeople at work while learning about the tools and techniques used in earlier generations. The demonstrations are intended to provide a deeper understanding of how everyday items were made before modern manufacturing.

Leaders from both organizations say the event is about more than history, it’s about connecting past traditions to present-day appreciation for craftsmanship.

“Maker’s Day is a chance to see history in action,” said Melanie Thornton, CEO of Burritt on the Mountain. “It connects us to the people, skills and ingenuity that still shape our lives today.”

Held in the historic setting of Constitution Hall Park, the event is designed to be interactive and family-friendly, offering an engaging experience for visitors of all ages. Organizers say it provides a rare opportunity to see traditional skills up close while exploring Huntsville’s early history.

Maker’s Day is part of a broader effort by both organizations to expand educational programming and community engagement; bringing history beyond museum walls and into shared public experiences.

Officials encourage families, students and visitors to attend, noting the event offers a hands-on look at the craftsmanship that helped build Alabama’s early communities.