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By V3818POmikem. Julie or her staff will greet you and ask if you want a self guided tour or she will lead you on one. See tours. 7. Tuscumbia Railroad Depot Museum. 14. Speciality Museums. By diceccod. Moved here and pass by here often and decided to stop in and glad I did.
- Ivy Green
- Spring Park
- Alabama Music Hall of Fame
- Fame Recording Studio
- Rosenbaum House
- Tuscumbia Railroad Depot Museum
- Old Railroad Bridge
- Rattlesnake Saloon
- Claunch Café
- Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve
Ivy Green was the birthplace and childhood home of Helen Keller. Helen became ill at a young age and as a result, lost her hearing and sight. Rather than let this defeat her, she instead taught herself to read Braille in several languages, write books and became an inspiration for adults and children all over the world. Visitors to Ivy Green in Tus...
Picturesque Spring Park in Tuscumbia is the ideal place for recreational activities, picnics and photography. Its central point is a small lake with fountains which light up and dance to music, and a man-made waterfall which cascades down a rocky terrain flanked by trees. There is also plenty for children to do here with fun rides, a miniature trai...
Alabama Music Hall of Fame doesn’t just honour the singers and musicians in the public eye, it also recognises those who play an integral role behind the scenes of the music industry. With exhibits and displays dedicated to studio owners, songwriters, producers and recording artists, it’s a fascinating place for all music lovers to visit. Don’t mis...
FAME Recording Studios is located in Muscle Shoals close to Tuscumbia. It has played host to some of the world’s greatest singers, songwriters and producers, and became known as the “Hit Recording Capital of the World”. With the Osmond’s, Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones and Otis Redding all recording ground-breaking music here, you will be in g...
One of architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s most impressive Usonian houses is located across the river from Tuscumbia in Florence, Alabama. Lloyd Wright believed in designing buildings and homes which could blend harmoniously with the natural environment, and based on this philosophy, the first Usonian house was built in the 1930s. The Rosenbaum House fo...
In the heart of the city, Tuscumbia Railroad Depot Museum attracts train enthusiasts from all over the country. Tuscumbia was known as the first Frontier Railroad Town in America and you can discover its history in this fascinating museum. The restored 1888 depot building showcases a photo gallery, railroad memorabilia, telegraph demonstrations and...
The original Old Railroad Bridge was built in the 1930s but was short-lived as it was washed away by a flood. The second version of the bridge was constructed to withstand such a disaster, it featured two decks and served as a livestock and wagon toll bridge along one section, and as a railroad along the other. However, during the Civil War, it was...
The idea of Rattlesnake Saloon was conceived after a mother snake and 12 young ones were found under rocks on family land. The Saloon was named after them and was constructed in a unique location beneath a rock face. Since it opened, the lively bar/restaurant has become a top local attraction, and TV shows and music videos have been filmed here. Th...
Claunch Café is located on the edge of Spring Park in Tuscumbia. The café is laid back and family-friendly, providing customers with coffees, teas, salads, main meals and desserts. You can sit in the café overlooking the lake or take away a delicious salad or piece of cake for a snack in the park. It’s a great place to stop for lunch if you are out...
Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve incorporates 700-acres and 15 miles of hiking trails and scenic walks. With abundant wildflowers, beautiful landscapes with streams and canyons, the trails feature rare plants, birds, fish and wildlife including foxes and beavers. Highlights inside the nature preserve include rock shelters which provided homes for ...
- Visit Helen Keller's birthplace at Ivy Green. Did you know that the great Helen Keller was born and raised in Tuscumbia? In fact, her birthplace and her home where she spent most of her life at, Ivy Green, still exists even up to this day.
- Spot foxes and beavers at Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve. Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve is a 413-acre (167.14-hectare) protected natural area nestled in the Little Mountains area near Tuscumbia.
- Enjoy the serenity at Spring Park. Tuscumbia’s Spring Park offers a very natural place for everyone to enjoy doing their recreational activities, family bonding moments, picnics, and even photoshoot sessions.
- Indulge in a sweet treat at Palace Ice Cream & Sandwich. Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Attention ice cream lovers!!
- kaloja. Mount Juliet, TN 181 contributions. Very Interesting. A really interesting tour of Helen Keller's birthplace. Many things that belonged to Helen. Tour guide told us many interesting facts.
- Dwight Lisa D N. Foley, AL 331 contributions. Beautiful countryside. We walked some of the trails and the countryside was spectacular! The waterfall was only a slight trickle due to lack of rain but still a great hike.
- GregF699. Gadsden, AL 209 contributions. Worth the visit. Remarkable the music that was created from Alabamians. Presentation of exhibits is done well. Self guided tour so you can stop and read and pend time enjoying.
- RTRUAMom. Jacksonville, FL 340 contributions. Unique. Just because it was there! We had to say we went and saw it. Glad we did, worth the visit. Located about 4.5 miles off the main road.
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