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Helen Keller Birthplace (Ivy Green)

Tuscumbia, AL

History

The 1820 house where Helen Keller was born, with the water pump where she first understood the word “water”. The Miracle Worker is staged on the grounds on summer weekends.

Nearest town
Tuscumbia, AL
Category
History & culture
GPS
34.7338, -87.7040

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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  • Heritage Acres RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    2 mi from Helen Keller Birthplace (Ivy Green)
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  • McFarland Park CampgroundMotorhome stopover
    3 mi from Helen Keller Birthplace (Ivy Green) · 60 pitches
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  • Tuscumbia RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    6 mi from Helen Keller Birthplace (Ivy Green)
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  • Alloys ParkMotorhome stopover
    13 mi from Helen Keller Birthplace (Ivy Green)
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  • Joe Wheeler State Park CampgroundCampsite
    22 mi from Helen Keller Birthplace (Ivy Green) · 116 pitches
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  • Rose Trail Park CampgroundCampsite
    23 mi from Helen Keller Birthplace (Ivy Green)
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