Actor who portrayed Scout in 'Mockingbird' visits Monroeville

MONROEVILLE- Mary Badham, known internationally as the child actor who played Scout in the film adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," will be in Monroeville, Alabama for the  annual event, "A Day in Maycomb," which will be held on May 16.  Teachers, students and the general public are invited to the Old Monroe County Courthouse Museum on Monroeville's historic downtown square for a day of immersion into the historical surroundings associated with the novel, "To Kill a Mockingbird." Guests will have the opportunity for a self-guided tour to see the exhibits in the Old Courthouse Museum: "Harper Lee- In Her Own Words"; "Truman Capote- A Childhood in Monroeville"; Probate Judge Millsap's Office; The 1930's Law Office; and the original Courtroom maintained to its 1930's appearance.  A self- guided walking tour is available after the courthouse experience that allows the visitor to see several points of interest including the Atticus Finch monument, the building which housed the office of A. C. Lee (Harper Lee's father) and the nearby sites where Harper Lee and Truman Capote's childhood homes were located.

"A Day in Maycomb," features a special presentation, from 1:00-3:00, by Mary Badham, now a professional speaker on "To Kill A Mockingbird."

"I love coming to Monroeville every year for the last performance of the play," says Badham, "The Mockingbird Players are like family to me, and visiting Monroeville is like coming home."
Badham will engage the audience with her stories and personal experiences in Hollywood, race relations, and her life before, during and after "To Kill a Mockingbird."  Space is limited and reservations must be made in advance, by May 8.  For reservations, call the Museum at (251) 575-7433.

Location: Old Courthouse Museum
Date and Time: May 16, 1:00-3:00
Cost: $10.00 per person