Sweet Home Alabama

Monroeville

A trip to Monroeville is a must for fans of To Kill a Mockingbird. Walk the soft wooden floors of the Old Courthouse, and climb the stairs to the balcony to experience the view that Scout, Jem and Dill had of the trial of Tom Robinson. But more than just a visit to the home of Harper Lee and the birthplace of Mockingbird, a trip to Monroeville is an opportunity to meet friendly people, explore the richness of a charming Southern town and experience its many attractions, including the Monroe County Heritage Museum, Rickard's Mill and the River Heritage Museum. Visit www.monroecountyal.com for more information.

Attractions

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Events

  • History Adventure Camp for Children

    Jun 11-15, 2012

    Jun 11-15, Monroeville History Adventure Camp for Children 251-575-7433. www.tokillamockingbird.com. Admission charged. Old Courthouse Museum--Campers enjoy an exciting journey into the past, visiting the many cool, forgotten historical sites of our county. Designed for Museum Member’s children entering 2nd to 6th grades. Space is limited. 8 a.m.-noon.

  • Scenes and Stories of Monroeville: a TKAM Workshop

    Jul 11, 2012

    Jul 11, Monroeville Scenes and Stories of Monroeville: a TKAM Workshop 251-575-7433. www.tokillamockingbird.com. Free. Old Courthouse Museum--Celebrate America’s most beloved novel, while you spend a morning in the Old Courthouse as the citizens of Monroeville share their life stories to help teachers and readers of To Kill a Mockingbird understand the connections between Harper Lee’s hometown of Monroeville and the fictional Maycomb of Lee’s novel. This program is open to the public as well as teachers. SARIC credit given for teachers. 9:00 am - 12:00 noon

  • Monroe County History Tour

    Jul 18, 2012

    Jul 18, Monroeville Monroe County History Tour 251-575-7433. www.tokillamockingbird.com. Free. Old Courthouse Museum--Attendees will learn about historical events and sites that focus on early Alabama history, including the Indian Territory era, pioneer settlement, the significance of the Federal Road, mill towns, and steamboat traffic on the Alabama River. The workshop includes an air-conditioned bus tour of historic sites in Monroe County that will give teachers and history enthusiasts a chance to tour sites that are not accessible to the public. Teachers are given first priority, but the general public is also invited. Bring a sack lunch and meet at the Old Courthouse at 7:30 a.m. SARIC credit given to teachers. 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

  • Monroe County Kiwanis Fair

    Oct 9-13, 2012

    Oct 9-13, Monroeville Monroe County Kiwanis Fair 251-575-4782. www.monroecountyal.com. Admission charged. Coliseum Fairgrounds--Carnival rides,arts and crafts, food, petting zoo, live entertainment, and exhibits. 6-10 p.m.

  • Fruitcake Festival Celebrating Truman Capote

    Nov 9-10, 2012

    Nov 9-10, Monroeville Fruitcake Festival Celebrating Truman Capote 251-575-7433. www.tokillamockingbird.com. Old Courthouse Museum--Homemade fruitcakes, baked by local cooks, will be on sale, along with divinity and local pecans. A silent auction will be held for specially made fruitcakes in collectible tins, much as Capote himself made. Friday night’s program will feature a dramatic production inspired by Capote’s beloved story.

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