Diverse, Distinct, and Unforgetable!
Colbert County Attractions
Visit Helen Keller’s birthplace and feel her inspiring journey come alive. Tee off at the prestigious Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail or pay your respects at the serene Coon Dog Cemetery, a quirky tribute to man’s best friend. Experience the iconic Muscle Shoals Sound, where countless hits were born. In Colbert County, every corner reveals a story steeped in the undeniable grit and groove of the Shoals!
Music
History
outdoors
So much to see and such little time
Your Favorites, All in One Unforgettable Ticket!
Explore Colbert County’s rich cultural and historical heritage with ease using our convenient All-In-One Ticket. This exclusive pass grants you access to a variety of remarkable attractions, including the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, Belle Mont Mansion, FAME Recording Studios, Helen Keller Birthplace/Ivy Green, Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, and the Tennessee Valley Museum of Art. Additionally, this same ticket allows you to tour several, near-by Florence, Alabama attractions: W.C. Handy Museum, Indian Mound and Museum, Frank Loyd Wright (Rosenbaum Home) and Pope’s Tavern. All these attractions are within a short drive of each other.
With ticket options for 1 day, 2 days, or 5 days, you can maximize your visit without breaking the bank. Spend less and do more with the Alabama All-In-One Ticket, offering single admission to all listed attractions. Our E-ticket link is delivered instantly via email and text to your phone, making entry a breeze. At the attraction ticket booth, simply click the e-ticket link, scroll to your chosen attraction, and click the redeem button. Whether you’re strolling through the music history of Muscle Shoals or immersing yourself in the birthplace of Helen Keller at Ivy Green, our All-In-One Ticket provides you with a cost-effective way to experience it all.
🌲✨ Ever wondered about the unique connection between space and Helen Keller`s Birthplace? Meet the Moon Tree at Ivy Green! 🌑🌱 This loblolly pine was grown from a seed that traveled to the moon and back with Apollo 14 between January 31 and February 9, 1971. After germination by the U.S. Forest Service in Gulfport, Mississippi, the seedling was gifted to "The Clearing" at Ivy Green by the Alabama Forestry Commission and planted in October 1976. Visit us to see this extraordinary piece of lunar history rooted right here on Earth! 🚀🌍
🚶♂️ Step back in time with us every Saturday this month! Join the free walking tours of historic downtown Sheffield and Tuscumbia. 🏛️
🕙 Tours start at 10 AM in both cities:
📍 Sheffield tours kick off at City Hall, 600 N. Montgomery Ave.
📍 Tuscumbia tours begin outside ColdWater Books at the corner of Main and Sixth Street.
The phones at Helen Keller`s Birthplace-Ivy Green are currently down. However, they should be up and running soon. In the meantime, you can reach them on social media!
On this day in 1969, four guys with a dream and a whole lot of talent—David Hood, Roger Hawkins, Jimmy Johnson, and Barry Beckett—made a bold move. They signed a lease for a building at 3614 Jackson Highway in Sheffield, Alabama, and @muscleshoalssoundstudio was born. 🎶 Their first big hit, “Take a Letter Maria” by R.B. Greaves, was just the beginning of a magical journey in music history.
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This group of UK travel professionals found themselves singing `Sweet Home Alabama` before they left! Their trip was quick but filled with iconic stops at @fame_recording_studios, @muscleshoalssoundstudio, @alamhof, and finished up this morning at Helen Keller`s Birthplace - Ivy Green. 🎵✈️ They had a delicious dinner at @champysshoals and enjoyed a little live music before they journeyed on to Mississippi this morning. Until next time! 🚗💨
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🎸🌟 "You can go your own way" next Friday... but why would you when World Turning (A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac) is hitting the stage at The Ritz Theatre? 🎶💫 #SweetHomeColbertCounty
🎣 Another King Kat tournament is in the books, and a good time was had by all at Riverfront Park in Sheffield! Have a look at the size of these catfish! 🐟
📸: Olivia Osteen
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Ever wondered how the City of Muscle Shoals, Alabama-Government got its name? You`re not alone! There are a couple of different theories...
🌊 A "shoal" is an area in water, like a river or stream, where the water is shallower than the surrounding parts. In the case of Muscle Shoals, it specifically refers to the shallow and rocky rapids along the Tennessee River in Colbert County.
Some say "Muscle" refers to the strength needed to navigate the swift water of the Tennessee River. Possibly the shape of the river between Colbert and Lauderdale County could resemble a flexed bicep. Others believe early settlers gathered mussels from these shallows—a shoal—for a tasty meal. 🐚💪
These theories add unique flavors to the town`s history, and who knows, maybe there`s some truth to each! What`s your take? 📚🌟
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While we may not have our own groundhog celebrity, we proudly host the final resting place for over 300 of man`s best friends at the Coon Dog Cemetery 🐾. If those loyal companions could share their insights with us (or bark them), we have a feeling they`d be predicting an early spring! ☀️ So, get ready to ditch the winter coats and embrace the sunshine! We`re certainly hopeful for warmer weather! ✨
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