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Ivy Green

Ivy Green is a historic place in Tuscumbia, Colbert County, Alabama, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on August 25, 1970, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 70000101.

Tuscumbia, Colbert County, AlabamaListed August 25, 1970NRIS #70000101★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Ivy Green?

Ivy Green is a historic house museum at 300 West North Commons in Tuscumbia, Alabama, United States. Built in 1820, it was the birthplace and childhood home of Helen Keller (1880–1968), who became well known after overcoming deaf-blind conditions to communicate; she became an author and public speaker. Designated as a National Historic Landmark, it is now operated as a museum honoring and interpreting Keller's life.

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Listing details

Name
Ivy Green
City
Tuscumbia
County
Colbert County
State
Alabama
Listed on the National Register
August 25, 1970
NRIS reference number
70000101
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
34.74003, -87.70687
When was Ivy Green listed on the National Register?

Ivy Green was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 25, 1970.

Where is Ivy Green located?

Ivy Green is located in Tuscumbia, Colbert County, Alabama at approximately 34.74003, -87.70687. See the map above.

Is Ivy Green a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Ivy Green is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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