The shops of historic Mentone, Ala., atop Lookout Mountain have been decked out for a Holiday Open House on Thanksgiving weekend, offering three days of festive shopping and holiday cheer in one of the state’s most scenic locations.
More than two dozen trendy boutiques, antiques shops and art galleries will feature an assortment of locally made gifts, unique items, holiday decorations and other treasures, all within an easily accessible, third-of-a-mile area. Many of the shops will serve refreshments and offer giveaways.
Most businesses will be open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29; and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30 (all times are Central). Free parking is plentiful.
The goal, organizers say, is to offer shoppers a mountain-village atmosphere but without the crowds “for a more personal Christmas shopping experience.”
Among the highlights of the weekend: