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Madison Today
By the People, for the People
Burritt on the Mountain Hosts Annual 'Fire on the Mountain' Event
The historic park invites the community to experience 19th century life through open hearth cooking, blacksmithing, and more.
Published on Mar. 4, 2026
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Burritt on the Mountain in Madison, Alabama is hosting its annual 'Fire on the Mountain' event on Saturday, March 7th from 10am to 3pm. The immersive day in the Historic Park will feature open hearth cooking, blacksmithing, and fires burning throughout the grounds, offering visitors a vivid glimpse into daily life in the 19th century.
Why it matters
The 'Fire on the Mountain' event provides a unique opportunity for families, friends, and history enthusiasts to step back in time and experience the traditions and craftsmanship that helped shape the local community. It's a memorable, sensory experience that brings history to life in an engaging and interactive way.
The details
Visitors can watch historic cooks prepare traditional recipes over open flames and a cast-iron cook stove, while blacksmiths fire up their forges across the park to demonstrate the skill that once shaped essential tools and household items. Guests of all ages can also enjoy hands-on activities, campfire basics demonstrations, and soapmaking demonstrations throughout the day.
- The 'Fire on the Mountain' event takes place on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 10am to 3pm.
The players
Burritt on the Mountain
A historic park in Madison, Alabama that invites the community to experience 19th century life through immersive events and activities.
Melanie Thornton
The CEO of Burritt on the Mountain.
O Taste & See BBQ
A food truck that will be on site from 11am to 2pm during the event.
What they’re saying
“'Fire on the Mountain provides a unique opportunity for families, friends, and history enthusiasts to step back in time and experience the traditions that helped shape our community.'”
— Melanie Thornton, CEO (themadisonrecord.com)
The takeaway
Burritt on the Mountain's 'Fire on the Mountain' event offers a immersive, sensory experience that brings 19th century history to life through open hearth cooking, blacksmithing demonstrations, and hands-on activities. It's a unique opportunity for the community to connect with the traditions and craftsmanship that shaped the local area.
