Trip Planner: USA / Alabama / Tuscumbia / Ivy Green

Ivy Green, Tuscumbia

4.7

#1 of 9 in Things to do in Tuscumbia

Historic Site · Tourist Spot

Create an itinerary including Ivy Green

Ivy Green is the name for the childhood home of Helen Keller. It is located in Tuscumbia, Alabama. The house was built in 1820 and is a simple white clapboard house. The actual well pump where Helen Keller first communicated with Anne Sullivan is located at Ivy Green. The property includes the cottage where Keller was born and the house where she spent her early childhood.''The Miracle Worker''Every summer, for over 30 years, the Helen Keller Foundation has presented outdoor performances of William Gibson's The Miracle Worker. The play is usually performed from early June through mid-July. It is especially popular during the Helen Keller Festival held in Tuscumbia every June.

Discover how to plan a Tuscumbia trip in just a few steps with Klarna Trips's itinerary builder.
Source

Improve this listing »

Create a full itinerary - for free!

Ivy Green reviews

TripAdvisor traveler rating

259 reviews

By Janet A

Wonderful to get to see the place where a miracle happened! Helen Keller lead a world changing life and her legacy has inspired generations. The home is lovely and gives us a peek into the family and.... more

Wonderful to get to see the place where a miracle happened! Helen Keller lead a world changing life and her legacy has inspired generations. The home is lovely and gives us a peek into the family and.... more »
By margarethV476OA

A small house with original furniture, china, clothes and small museum is easy to view. A docent gives a small tour and points out specific special items, then we were left on our own to explore. The.... more

A small house with original furniture, china, clothes and small museum is easy to view. A docent gives a small tour and points out specific special items, then we were left on our own to explore. The.... more »
By Ugogo22

The home of this brilliant woman is 202 years old. Built by her grandfather. The house and furnishings are all original. The famous fountain, the grounds, her memorabilia, her story… it’s all there!

The home of this brilliant woman is 202 years old. Built by her grandfather. The house and furnishings are all original. The famous fountain, the grounds, her memorabilia, her story… it’s all there! more »