Description

Burritt on the Mountain has been referred to as a "Jewel on the Mountain." Start with Dr. William Henry Burritt's eclectic mansion, add a historic park with restored 19th century houses including barnyard and animals, and finally throw in the artistic side with concerts, plays and exhibits, and you have a delightful mixture of old and new for young and old! In 1955, Dr. Burritt willed his mansion and surrounding 167 acres of land on Round-Top Mountain to the city of Huntsville (making it Huntsville's first museum). Since that time, volunteers and community activists have brought original homes from the area to Burritt to be restored and utilized as an educational facility. Our historic interpreters are always busy demonstrating activities as one would see on a 19th century farm. Blacksmithing, spinning, and cooking over an open hearth are just some of the skills employed in our historic park. The Education Programs Intern will be closely involved with Burritt's Education Department, which designs and leads a variety of activities and events every year for both children and adults. Summer interns will work closely with Burritt's summer day camp programs in particular, as well as our special Whimsical Woods feature. This internship period is flexible but is intended for Summer of 2012. Internship is unpaid and intern hours would range from 15 to 30 hours per week. This internship will provide excellent experience for anyone looking to pursue a career in Education, Public History, Non-profits, or Environmental Education.