She overcame blindness and deafness, but insisted that there was nothing miraculous about her achievements. By Special to The ...

As a disabled social activist and suffragette, Helen Keller is a household name. But her life story doesn't begin and end with her work. Let's take a deeper look into her early life, her evolving ...

During her numerous Mayo Clinic visits, one of the world’s most famous women visited deaf schoolchildren, formed lasting friendships, and noted that Dr. Charlie Mayo 'reminded her of Einstein.' ...

Thought of the day by Helen Keller reflects the essence of her life story, a belief that optimism and determination can overcome even the most formidable obstacles.

Helen Keller was a famous lecturer, author, activist and educator who advocated for underprivileged individuals, such as women, people with disabilities and African Americans. So, it's no wonder that ...

Opera Birmingham, Alabama’s largest professional opera company, has announced the creation of a new opera about the life of deaf and blind author and activist, Helen Keller. “Touch,” set to premiere ...

When Helen Keller first arrived at Cedar Beach on Long Island’s East End, she told her neighbor that she could sense everything around her. “How beautiful the water and trees are,” she said. She was ...

Support local journalism by subscribing at Special Offers - USAToday Network. The story of young Helen Keller is iconic in our culture. Many of us are familiar with Helen's story of optimism, ...

Helen Keller, who overcame profound blindness and deafness, believed life's true essence lies in embracing challenges and pursuing experiences with courage. Her powerful quote, "Life is either a ...