Beatrice

Finklea's

Restored country store. Rolling stock ladders, eclectic merchandise and hunting and fishing supplies.

Miss Minnie & Me Antiques and Gifts

Antique and gift shop in restored house on historic street. Fabulous selections, unbeatable prices, and a lovely experience.

Monroe County State Public Fishing Lake

94-acre lake located three mi. west of AL Hwy. 265. Piney Woods Bird Watchers Tour. Six camp sites for self-contained campers; no water or electric. No tents allowed.

Rikard’s Mill

Restored, working water-powered gristmill. Picnic area, barbecue facilities. Miller tools, area history. Gift shop, hiking, blacksmith shop, barn exhibit, cane syrup mill, cabin, carriage house.

Pioneer Days at Rikard's Mill

Nov 1-2, 2012

Nov 1-2, Beatrice Pioneer Days at Rikard's Mill 251-575-7433. www.tokillamockingbird.com. Admission charged. Rikard's Mill--This is a unique opportunity for students and adults alike to see demonstrations of skills and crafts from the past, such as blacksmithing, mules grinding sugar cane, and corn milling at the 1845 water-powered grist mill. There will also be candle making, cooking demonstrations, basket weaving, nature hikes and more. Schools groups and large groups must call to schedule. 9 a.m.-noon.

Cane Syrup Makin' Day

Nov 3, 2012

Nov 3, Beatrice Cane Syrup Makin' Day 251-575-7433. www.tokillamockingbird.com. Admission charged. Rikard's Mill--Join us for a day of family fun. Watch a 20th-century mule-driven cane mill and furnace make cane syrup as in olden days. Stone ground grits and cornmeal will be available. The syrup will be ready by 1 p.m. with a limit of 1 jar per person. Local food vendors will be on site. 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Monroe Sausage Festival

Nov 3, 2012

Nov 3, Beatrice Monroe Sausage Festival 251-575-4021. Free. Downtown Beatrice--Monroe sausage recipe contest, piggy pumpkin painting, live music, pony and hay rides, fun and games for all ages. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Mary Elizabeth Stallworth Home Bed & Breakfast

1197 Main St., Beatrice, AL 36470

Beautiful old home owned by Mary Elizabeth Stallworth, who was the first woman to enroll the College of Architecture at Auburn University. 20 min. drive from Monroeville. Perfect stay for "To Kill a Mockingbird" performances. Three additional homes available (check website).

Village of Buena Vista, The

2045 CR 56, Beatrice, AL 36425

Located in Alabama's Black Belt, this property offers hunting, fishing, skeet shooting and a relaxed atmosphere with excellent lodging.