“learn more about the life one of the most important women in history”
Built in 1820 only one year after Alabama became the 22ndState of the Union, Ivy Green is a simple, white clapboard home design in typical Southern architecture. The main house is of Virginia cottage construction, with four large rooms on the first floor bisected by a wide hall. Each room boasts an individual fireplace. Upstairs are three rooms connected by a hall. Having survived untouched through the ravages of the Civil War, Ivy Green is maintained to the smallest detail in its original state.Since 1954 Helen Keller's birthplace has been a permanent shrine to the "miracle" that occurred in a blind and deaf seven-year old girl's life. At that time Ivy Green was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
This is not the right location. It’s about 6 minutes from here
If you know the story of Helen Keller this is an incredible place to visit. It is amazing that they have many of the original details and the well where she was taught and understood the word water. We were able to join the tour right as it started.
Such a Beautiful place to stop especially if you’re a Helen Keller fan. If not, you will leave being one
Good place to stop and explore especially if you grew up watch the movies about Helen Keller
What an amazing place to visit! We preempted our visit with the movie and a little history. I can see how it might be hard for little kids but my 2 - 7 year olds and my 11 year old really dug the history. Pumping the well was surreal. And the staff? I can't even say how amazing they were and knowledgeable and patient with even little people questions. The grounds were beautiful. It was just fantastic!
Very interesting, reasonably priced and enjoyable. Nice people.
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