Beech Historic Cemetery

04/07/2026

Have you heard, it's America's 250th this year! We are trying to compile a list of Revolutionary War Veterans and Patriots buried at Beech Historic Cemetery. We are asking folks who have traced ancestry, perhaps by applying to SAR or DAR, to let us know if you have an ancestor with direct ties to the Revolutionary War who is buried here at "The Beech."

10/18/2025

The roaring 20's are making a comeback tonight. Beech Historic Cemetery annual tour 4 to 8 pm TODAY!!!

10/16/2025

This Saturday Oct 18th 4:00-8:00

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10/07/2025

Before there was Adele and Cher, there was Sadie. As in Ms. Sadie. Our last character for the 2025 Beech Historic Cemetery Tour is Sadie Avaritt Hurt. Just the mention of her first name brings a smile to all the folks who had the pleasure of making her acquaintance. Come and hear Debra Rice tell us a bit more about Sadie's life. As she lived to age 105, it might take a while!

10/07/2025

Luther Clifford Bloodworth grew up sharecropping on other people's farms, so it was a great accomplishment when he was able to purchase a farm of his own. Like so many Shackle Island residents, Luther tried to live a simple life with his wife Nell and their children. His son was always known as "Junior Bloodworth", some of you may remember Junior as a carpenter. Come hear Harley Pierce share the story of Luther's life at the annual Beech Historic Cemetery tour on October 18th. Tours begin approximately every 15 minutes from 4pm until 8pm. The Beech Mother's Day out will be having a soup and chili dinner, so you can grab dinner & a show, without leaving Shackle Island!

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10/05/2025

Peter Branch Henley was a man down on his luck after the Confederate Army surrendered at Appomattox. He came to Shackle Island for a fresh start and became known for his "mad stone". Come hear Thomas Killion talk about the glory days of battle, and the new life Mr. Henley started in our community. Join us Saturday, October 18th, tours will start approximately every 15 minutes between the hours of 4-8pm.

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10/03/2025

Annelle Patton Barrett will be known to many old timers in the Shackle Island community. She was tiny and mighty, and few were safe when she started her Chevy Chevette to go for a ride. Annelle's story will be shared by granddaughters Jonna and Annelia.

10/03/2025

It's time to start introducing our characters for this year's tour, in no particular order. Don't forget to join us on Saturday, October 18th. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children age 5 and under.

Come hear Doshie Hudgins Fykes dish ALL the family tea on her colorful kinfolk! Katherine Hudgins will portray this lively gal, and we may even get a surprise visit from one of her brothers.

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09/16/2025

Don't let this warm weather fool you, fall is just around the corner. The annual Beech Historic Cemetery tour will be held on Saturday, October 18th from 4pm until 8pm. There will be a soup/chili supper hosted by Beech Mothers Day Out. We have some great stories this year, y'all come see us!

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01/12/2025

The spirits were blanketed in snow before today's sunshine.

10/21/2024

After a day of rest, we would like to thank our army of volunteers for best attended cemetery tour to date! We estimated over 330 folks visited this year. Without the wonderful volunteers this fundraiser would not be possible. And what great performances. Now the work begins for 2025. Who would y'all like to see featured next year?