Huntsville namesake John Hunt would be proud to see how much his city has been touched by progress in the more than 200 years since he first settled at the Big Spring. No doubt he would be equally proud of the careful preservation of the town’s history through the efforts of caring people who have restored and retained the architecture of the time. In return, modern-day students of history, architecture enthusiasts, and those who appreciate the serenity of a beautiful garden have come to applaud the determination of our early settlers. Thankfully, the town named for John Hunt has survived natural disasters, financial depressions, and a war that split the nation.
The Huntsville Pilgrimage Association proudly invites you to join us for this Historic Homes Tour (check back for 2011 date). We think you will agree that the spirit of John Hunt and his contemporaries lives on.
About Huntsville Pilgrimage Association
The purpose of this organization is to advance the appreciation and preservation of the historic heritage of Huntsville and Madison County, Alabama through a Pilgrimage of homes and related events. Donations and funds raised by the Huntsville Pilgrimage Association go directly to the maintenance and restoration of Maple Hill Cemetery's grave markers, monuments and landscape.
In addition to the annual Pilgrimage home tour and cemetery stroll, association volunteers conduct cemetery tours for grammar school students, furthering their knowledge and appreciation of local and state history and helping them better understand the need for preservation.
Huntsville, Alabama is known for a lot of things - NASA, space exploration and technology, to name a few. Many people don't realize how much historical significance is embedded in the roots of the Rocket City, too. In fact, Huntsville harbors the largest cluster of antebellum structures in the state of Alabama.
The inspiring and breath-taking Twickenham district, home to more than 60 antebellum homes, businesses and churches, is one of the South's best-kept secrets. This area is a crowning jewel for a city with a unique history and a great story to tell.
The Huntsville Pilgrimage Association takes a leading role in showcasing and celebrating Huntsville's precious historical landmarks. Through an annual event called the Pilgrimage, we provide locals and out-of-town guests the opportunity to get an up-close-and-personal view of some of the finest architecture and interior design that Alabama offers.