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Log Cabin History

When the Burton Log Cabin was built, it was referred to by the Cleveland Plain Dealer agricultural editor, as “a unique publicity scheme of the Burton Chamber of Commerce” encouraging thousands of visitors and residents to come and see the production of maple syrup.

Thousands of visitors did come to the party in the park at the Grand opening in March 1931. The original cabin was patterned after the Log Cabin in Kentucky in which Abraham Lincoln was born. Additions were put on in 1931, 1932, 1954, 1959, and the newest portion opened in 1962.

The Burton Log Cabin is a working sugar house producing maple syrup every spring and making maple candy year round. It is operated by the Burton Chamber of Commerce and also serves as the information resource center for Burton and surrounding areas.

The Cabin is open for business
7 days a week, year-round.

The Story of
Pancake Town USA

Each March since 1951, Burton has been serving pancakes every spring to over 20,000 guests. It became so popular that the Burton-Middlefield Rotary Club decided to officially trademark our town as “Pancake Town USA.”

Today the Rotary Club, the Century Village Museum and other groups continue to serve these annual March Sunday pancake breakfasts. Since 1951, over 1.46 million pancakes have been served in Burton to over 447,248 hungry people. More than 23,420 gallons of pure maple syrup have poured over those pancakes. More than 124,910 pounds of sausage have been cooked, and 998,195 cups of coffee poured for visitors to Burton. (figures as of 06/2007).

In 2008 begining the first Sunday in March, & continuing thru the first Sunday in April (except for Easter Sunday) our trees will be tapped, sap gathered and boiled, pancakes and sausage cooked, and coffee brewed for thousands of people who for 57 years have made this a yearly tradition.

The Burton Log Cabin will be making maple syrup and maple candy, a tradition in the area which dates back for centuries. An Antique and Craft Show will be in full swing at the High School, the Burton Public Library will host book sales and Century Village Museum will bustle with activity. Local antique stores and shops stocked with new ideas for spring are ready for visitors.

But don’t despair...you can still have unique & delicious pancakes even after the season ends. All year-round our local restaurants serve a variety of pancake selections and they all use pure maple syrup!

All You Can Eat Pancakes We're always glad to see ya!

The Recurrent Events list presents those events that happen in Burton on an ongoing basis.

The Monthly listings highlight special events in our area.

Burton Public Library

Friends Book Sales
9 a.m.- 4 p.m
    • February 12
    • March 6, 13, 20, 27 (Bag Day)
    • May 28
    • June 11
    • July 23 (Friends Sale 9-Noon}
    • July 30
    • August 13
    • Sept 24
    • Oct 8, 9 (Bag Day)
    • Nov 26
Friends Sale 9-noon
    • July 23
Bag Day
    • March. 27
    • Oct. 8, 9

Coffee Corners Antiques

Live entertainment

Saturday nights  by chance all year.

Tom & Jerry's Diner & Arcade Cruise'in

Starts in May and continues every Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. thru summer. Music, Cars, Food, 50/50 raffle, DJ, and fun on Main Street in Burton!

“Pancake Town USA”

10am-4pm weather permitting

Feb. 11

Tree Tapping Ceremony & Demonstration on the green in Burton

Come learn how to tap maple trees and help us officially start the Maple Syrup season followed by Free Hot Chocolate & Donuts served at the Burton Log Cabin.

Sponsored by
Burton Chamber of Commerce

Burton Park

“Pancake Town USA”

All You Can Eat!

March 4, 11, 18, 25 & April 1
Pancakes at Century Village Museum – 9am - 2pm

A Geauga County tradition! All you can eat pancakes featuring our very own fresh maple syrup or try our  a la carte menu!

At Century Village Museum.

www.geaugahistorical.org

 

March 4, 11, 18, 25

Pancakes and Omelets Breakfast
8am-2pm

Sponsored by the Burton/Middlefield Rotary.
Berkshire High School.

March 4, 11, 18, 25

Pancakes & Sausage Breakfast
9am-3pm

Burton Fire Station.

March 4, 11, 18, 25

Craft Show - 8am - 2pm

Berkshire High School.

April 1

Pancakes at Century Village Museum - 9am - 2pm

A Geauga County tradition! All you can eat pancakes featuring our very own fresh maple syrup or try our  a la carte menu!

Century Village Museum.

www.geaugahistorical.org

April 1

10th Annual Edible Book Festival 2:30pm – 3:30pm

Celebrated worldwide on April Fools Day! People create books, which are totally edible.
The books are judged, then eaten!

Burton Public Library

April 28 & 29 10am to 5pm
Saturday & Sunday

Sunrise Farms
Spring Open House

Our sparkling glasshouse welcomes you to our Spring Open House with colorful annuals, perrenials and herbs. Gourmet teas, cakes and sweets are served each day.

440-834-1298
www.sunrisefarmgifts.com
Sunrise Farm

May

May 26, June 30, July 28, August 25 & September 29
Saturdays in the Country
10am - 5pm


Every last Saturday of the month crafters, artisans, antiques and collectables will set up along Main Street and on the Square to sell their wares (no yard sale items)

Sponsored by
Burton Chamber of Commerce

May 26 & 27,
Civil War Re-Enactment
10am - 5pm Saturday & Sunday

Commemorate the four-year 150th anniversary of the Civil War! Reenactors will be in authentic period dress. This year is our 28th annual Reenactment and we will be featuring our Historic Artisans, artillery battles, education programs and traditional music.

At Century Village Museum.

June 9
Burton Antiques Market
10am - 5pm

Rain or shine at the Geauga County Fairgrounds.

This show boasts over 300 dealers and free parking.

Something for everyone.

$20 Earlybird admission 8:00 am

At Geauga County Fairgrounds

June 24
Motorcycle “Rotary Ride”
depart 10am

7th annual ride will benefit Geauga County Veterans.  Registration required.  Harrington Square.

Burton-Middlefield Rotary

June 30
Saturdays in the Country
10am - 5pm


Every last Saturday of the month crafters, artisans, antiques and collectables will set up along Main Street and on the Square to sell their wares (no yard sale items)

Sponsored by
Burton Chamber of Commerce

July 4

Vet. Appreciation Day - Fairgrounds

Fireworks at dusk
$4.00 Per Car

Gates open - 6:00 pm

Sponsored by the American Legion Atwood-Mauck

440-834-8621

July 11-15
Pioneer School

The pioneer experience will be explored from settlement to development of community in the Western Reserve.  Registration: $80/Members $90/Non-members

At Century Village Museum

July 29-31

Antique Power & Steam Show
10am - 5pm

Facinating exhibition and demonstration of several hundred steam and other power-driven machines that lead our Industrial and Agricultural Revolution

At Century Village Museum

July 30
Saturdays in the Country
10am - 5pm

Artisans, antiques and collectables will set up along Main Street and on the Square to sell their wares (no yard sale items)

Sponsored by Burton Chamber of Commerce

August 13
Raccoon County Music Festival
Noon-8pm

Day-long festival celebrating bluegrass and folk music performed by a variety of musicians.

At Century Village Museum

August 19

Annual Steak Fry Dinner

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sponsored by the American Legion Atwood-Mauck

440-834-8621

August 27
Saturdays in the Country
10am - 5pm

Artisans, antiques and collectables will set up along Main Street and on the Square to sell their wares (no yard sale items)

Sponsored by Burton Chamber of Commerce

Sept. 1-5

Great Geauga County Fair
10am-Midnight

Enjoy your Labor Day weekend with the fun and excitement of the…

189th annual
Geauga County Fair

www.geaugafair.com

September 16
Grand Return of the Scarecrows
Friday 5pm-12am

Old-fashioned family fun! NOT SCARY!  Young children and parents will enjoy the Scarecrow Walk, games, art, refreshments and more.  

Sponsored by Burton Chamber of Commerce

September 17
Classic Car Show
10am - 4pm            

6th Annual at the Great Geauga

Sept. 24
Burton Antiques Market -
10am - 5pm

Rain or shine at the fairgrounds. This show boasts over 300 dealers and free parking. Something for everyone.

$20 Earlybird admission
at 8:00am

Sept. 24
Saturdays in the Country
10am - 5pm

The final "Saturdays" event of 2011. Artisans, antiques and collectables will set up along Main Street and on the Square to sell their wares (no yard sale items)

Sponsored by Burton Chamber of Commerce

Oct 1
Fall Walking & Driving Tours -
10am - 4pm

Pick up your itinerary at the Burton Log Cabin.

FREE.
Sponsored by the Burton Chamber of Commerce.

Oct 8 Polka Dance Dinner Dinner: 5-7 pm Dance: 7-10 pm

Sponsored by the American Legion Atwood-Mauck

440-834-8621

Oct 8-9
Ox Roast – 9am - 5pm

Enjoy a Burton tradition
on the square.
Sponsored by
Burton Chamber of Commerce.

Oct 9-10
63rd Annual Apple Butter Festival - 10am-5pm

63 years of tradition simmers in copper kettles right before your eyes. Arts, crafts, music, more!

At Century Village Museum

October 15 & 22
Ghosts of Burton Historical Tour
5pm -10:30pm

The Ghosts of Burton Tour offers a glimpse into the past of Burton and surrounding Geauga County.  Each year, the tour has a specific historical focus.  In addition, we tell a few good ghost stories and offer opportunities for ghost-hunters.  2011 will be the fifth year for this tour.  Burton Village 440-834-5050

November 20 - December 21
Gingerbread House Display

Burton Public Library

November 25
Breakfast With Santa
9am–noon

Santa drops in for breakfast at Century Village.

Enjoy a pancake breakfast, crafts and the Holiday Shop. Adults $7
Kids $4

At Century Village Museum

November 26
Make ‘n’ Take
Holiday Crafts for Kids
10am to 2pm

Burton Public Library

Nov 26 & 27

Breakfast with Santa

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Sponsored by the American Legion Atwood-Mauck

440-834-8621

November 25-27, Dec. 3-4
Country Hearth Christmas
& Christmas in the Village
Noon - 4pm

Burton Village celebrates Christmas with old-fashioned flair.

Enjoy the many holiday activities including a
Home tour and Santa at the Burton Log Cabin.

Sponsored by Burton Chamber of Commerce

Dec. 3&4

Country Hearth Christmas
& Christmas in the Village

Burton Village celebrates Christmas with old-fashioned flair.

Enjoy the many holiday activities including a
Home tour and Santa at the Burton Log Cabin.

Sponsored by Burton Chamber of Commerce

Dec. 7

Pearl Harbor Day

Burton Village Gazebo

11:00 am

Sponsored by the American Legion Atwood-Mauck

440-834-8621

Dec. 10-11
Christmas at Century Village

  
Come stroll the village grounds decorated for the Christmas season. Enjoy a view of Christmas past with a look into several historic buildings that have been prepared for this festive time. Lunch available for purchase. Holiday workshops offered.

Sponsored by The Geauga County Historical Society

 

Burton Chamber of Commerce
440-834-4204
www.burtonchamberofcommerce.org

www.pancaketown-usa.com

The Geauga County
Historical Society

440-834-1492 www.geaugahistorical.org

Burton Middlefield Rotary
www.burtonmiddlefieldrotary.com

Burton Public Library
440-834-4466 • www.burton.lib.oh.us

Geauga County Tourism
1-800-775-TOUR www.tourgeauga.com

Northeast Ohio Maple Producers www.OhioSweetMaple.com

Additional
Ohio tourism information www.discoverohio.com