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Burritt on the Mountain
Also known as the “Jewel on the Mountain,” this living museum is seated atop RoundTop Mountain and features entertainment for all ages. At the 19th-century farm, children can pet barnyard animals, while adults can wander the 14-rooms of the unique X-shaped 1930s mansion. Visitors can explore the winding nature trails, visit authentic exhibits and even attend concerts and plays. Summer hours: (April – Oct) Tues – Sat, 9 am – 5 pm; Sun, noon – 5 pm; Winter hours (Nov – March) Tues – Sat, 10 am – 4 pm; Sun, noon – 4 pm. Admission charged. {3101 Burritt Drive, Huntsville; 256.536.2882; see their ad on page 33}
Ditto Landing For overnight, over the weekend or week-long vacation, Ditto Landing is a camper’s paradise. Nestled in the shaded comfort of densely wooded lots, the campground is cool, peaceful
Kids are sure to enjoy the talking tree at EarlyWorks.
and just a moment’s walk from an abundance of funfilled activities. It serves as the gateway to Wheeler reservoir, which has more than 60,000 acres of adventurous playground. There are ample facilities for boats of all sizes. Hours: Mon – Fri, 8 am – 10 pm; Sat – Sun, 6 am – 10 pm. {293 Ditto Landing Road, Huntsville; 256.882.1057}.
Dublin Memorial Park Located in Madison, this park features 66 acres of recreational activities. The Dublin Memorial Park Facility includes an outdoor swimming pool with baby and diving pools. Indoor facilities include a double-court gymnasium equipped for basketball and volleyball, an upstairs walking track and a 25-yard heated indoor swimming pool. Other outdoor activity areas include a walking trail, five soccer fields, a community-built playground and seven tennis courts. Hours: Mon – Fri, 6 am – 9 pm; Sat, 8 am – 8 pm; Sun, 10 am – 6 pm. Free admission. {8324
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Old Madison Pike, Madison; 256.772.9300}
EarlyWorks Children’s Museum EarlyWorks was designed for children—go ahead...touch, climb, pull, explore! Hear stories from the Talking Tree, play a tune on the giant-sized instruments at the Alabama bandstand and try your hand at building in the Kidstruction Zone. Explore a 46-foot Keelboat, trade your wares at the general store and try on clothing from the 1800s in the federal house. Preschoolers will enjoy exploring Biscuit’s Backyard, a touch-andlearn area which includes a garden, grocery store and even karaoke. Hours: Tues – Sat, 9 am – 4 pm. Admission charged. {404 Madison Street in Huntsville; 256.564.8107; earlyworks.com}
century Huntsville. The dwellings include a collection of modest one- and two-story vernacular Victorian homes, a variety of bungalows, modest Cape Cods and more. {Roughly located between Humes and Wells Avenues and Grayson Street and Andrew Jackson Way}
Harmony Park Safari Don’t miss this exciting drive-thru safari experience. Buy two buckets of food and enjoy feeding the animals on this federally licensed nature preserve. Some of the exotic and endangered animals include zebras, antelope, buffalo, camels, ostriches, pythons and even crocodiles! Hours: Mar – Nov, 10 am – sunset. Admission charged. {431 Clouds Cove Road, Huntsville; 877.726.4625}
Five Points Historic District
Harrison Brothers Hardware
Huntsville’s newest Historic Preservation District showcases the evolution of middle-class housing in 20th
Better than a museum, Harrison Brothers is a living 19th century landmark sitting serenely in the midst EXCURSIONS 29