Alabama boasts many small towns that are filled with lots of history. Of course, towns like these also have several historic buildings located throughout them. One town in particular is Tuscumbia. To learn about this historic small town in Alabama, in addition to some of its most popular historic buildings, take a look below.
Tuscumbia is a small, historic town that's located in Northwest Alabama. It's also the seat of Colbert County.
Because of Tuscumbia's age, the town is filled with many historic buildings, including the county's beautiful courthouse. The Colbert County Courthouse was built in 1881 and rebuilt in 1908 following a horrific fire.
Colbert County Courthouse Square Historic District, 210 N Main St, Tuscumbia, AL 35674, USA
Ivy Green is another historic building in Tuscumbia. It's the birthplace of Helen Keller and was built in 1820. People have traveled from all over the U.S., and even world, to tour this historic home.
Helen Keller Birthplace, 300 N Commons St W, Tuscumbia, AL 35674, USA
While driving through Tuscumbia's downtown area, you've probably notice the small log cabin on South Dickson Street. This is the historic Coldwater Stagecoach Stop, which was built between the years 1815-1820. Today, it houses a collection of frontier articles, which can be viewed by appointment. (256-383-0783)
Coldwater Stagecoach Stop, 300-398 S Dickson St, Tuscumbia, AL 35674, USA
Tuscumbia is also home to the historic Tuscumbia Depot. In fact, Tuscumbia is known as "America's First Frontier Railroad Town." Today, this 1888 depot is operated as a museum.
Tuscumbia Railways, 204 W 5th St, Tuscumbia, AL 35674, USA
And finally, if you love the charm of historic homes, you'll definitely want to visit Belle Mont Mansion the next time you're in Tuscumbia. Even though this beautiful home, which was built in 1828, is located just outside of Tuscumbia, it's still worth a tour. After all, it's considered one of Alabama's most beautiful historic homes.
Belle Mont Mansion, 1569 Cook Ln, Tuscumbia, AL 35674, USA
For additional information about this historic town, you can visit the City of Tuscumbia website.
Have you ever been to Tuscumbia, Alabama? If so, what did you think about it? Did it transport you to the past? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments below.
