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A chic hideaway outside Birmingham

In Birmingham, Alabama, art flourishes in many forms, from the extensive collection of works spanning various cultures and periods on display at the Birmingham Museum of Art to the towering sculptures of the Charles W. Ireland Sculpture Garden.

The stylish Grand Bohemian Mountain Brook in leafy Mountain Brook, Alabama, just outside Birmingham, impresses with its spacious rooms full of stylish furnishings accented in warm tones of burgundy, mauve, and orange, which reflect the bright colors of the nearby Birmingham Botanical Gardens. It offers a range of lifestyle experiences like classes at the Habitat Cooking School led by expert instructors and wine blending and tasting classes. During the 90-minute experience, you can enjoy light bites while trying various types of wine and make your own blend, complete with a personalized label.

Visit the hotel’s on-site art gallery, where every piece has a story. With a diverse selection of paintings, sculptures, and jewelry, the gallery supports local artists and regularly refreshes the collection. There’s always something new to discover at this property.

Check out the full list HERE, including stops in Savannah, Georgia, Charlotte, North Carolina, and Greenville, South Carolina.