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32 South Section Street
Fairhope, Alabama 36532

(251) 928-5295

The iconic Page and Palette bookstore in Fairhope, Alabama is a landmark unto itself. Visitors and locals alike have frequented this independent bookstore since it’s opening in 1968. Located in the heart of downtown, it is a great starting point for your visit to Fairhope. Besides its large and varied selection of books and audio books, this beloved bookstore carries greeting cards, stationary, and other small gift items.

A room dedicated to the youngest of readers has books, games, toys, and trinkets for all ages from babies to teenagers. Carrying an expansive collection of children’s classics, the newest best sellers, and favorite character books, you can find the perfect story to keep your kids entertained. The children’s department is also home to a story time for small children which is usually accompanied by a craft. 

Enjoy coffee and conversation at the popular Latte Da coffee shop which is located inside the Page and Palette bookstore. There is also seating available outside, ideal for catching up with friends and people watching. For craft cocktails and libations, visit the Book Cellar bar which can be found at the back of the store.

The Page and Palette hosts many regular speakings and book signings with both locally and nationally recognized authors. Meet and listen to your favorites read excerpts and tell stories in an intimate setting. Hosted book clubs are another fun way to stay involved in the local literary community. 

Gift cards are available as well as discount cards that can be used at both the bookstore and cafe. 

Page and Palette is located at 32 South Section Street in downtown Fairhope, Alabama. It is prominently featured at the corner of Section Street and De La Mare Avenue. The store can be entered through it’s side entrances on Section Street taking you into either the children’s and young adult section or through the main bookstore. There are also entrances through the Latte De coffee shop, which is the easiest to spot or a side entrance on De La Mare which passes through The Book Cellar bar. 

Street parking is available on a first come first serve basis. Parking on Section Street, De La Mare Avenue, Fairhope Avenue, South Bancroft Street, or South Church Street would be the shortest walk to Page and Palette. There is also a public parking lot just north of the Fairhoper’s Community Park on South Church Street, a small parking lot behind Julwin’s Restaurant on Bancroft Street and another parking area just north of the Fairhope Public Library on Bancroft Street. 

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