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Come step back into 1808 as we celebrate the 216th birthday of the historic Beck’s Mill! Join us on Saturday, August 24, at 11 a.m. for exciting events, including:

  • Crafts and vendors (earrings, candles, woodworking, wreaths, etc.)

  • Food provided by the Blue River Fire Department (pulled pork BBQ, coleslaw, baked beans and chips)

  • Birthday cake provided by Walmart

  • Performance by the Corydon Dulcimer Society at 11:30 a.m. and more live music at 2 p.m.

  • Moonshine History hosted by Alan Bishop throughout the day from approximately 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

  • Pioneer demonstrations

  • Grave marker dedication by the National Society of United States Daughters of 1812 for George Beck at 1:30 p.m.

Beck’s Mill is located at 4433 S Becks Mill Rd, Salem, and admission to the event is $2.16. All proceeds go to furthering the preservation of the mill and its operations.

For more general and vendor information, call or text Judy Quinlin at (812) 896-3447.

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