Highway Pickers Antique Mall & Flea Market — Local services in Cullman

When we pulled up it was kind of hard to discern where we are allowed to park. There is clutter outside that concerned us as far as a possible hazard to tires. A little more signage would help. Once the issue of parking was settled, we went inside to find a somewhat confusing layout that left us a little bewildered about what we had and had not seen. We weren't the only shoppers complaining about this issue. Some signage to distinguish areas from each other is very much needed. And to add to the confusion, a lot of vendors had the same items. I don't think we have been in a mall in a long time that has so many green Mason jars. Aside from the issues with navigating, the mall has a cramped dark feel to it that was far from pleasant. The place really is quite large, but the layout and lighting make it seem cramped. It was the feeling one gets in an attic. We go to a lot of antique malls across the country and this was a first.

We get malls trying to stop shrinkage, but it was dismaying to see how many signs this place had mentioning cameras. And there were quite a few cameras in sight. Given the number, it seemed doubtful all could possibly be functioning and monitored. It just left a bad impression overall about the kind of people the management assumed shopped there. There is a fine line between security and making customers feel uncomfortable. We felt uncomfortable.

No one in our party is disabled so it didn't effect us that the elevator was not working, but clearly this could be a problem for some. We were also surprised to see the way that the restroom was set up suggesting they tried to make it handicap accessible, but failed. We would not call this place truly handicap accessible even on the first floor. Most antique malls are less than adequate in this area, but we felt it worth mentioning.

The offerings ranged from flea market and garage sale stuff to vintage and antiques. Like most antique malls, some were priced well to sell and some were not. We managed to find some things we had to bring home, but it wasn't easy. The shop clearly doesn't have shopping carts because of the way it is laid out and we didn't see baskets or anything to carry selections in. We ended up picking out an inexpensive basket from a booth to purchase to hold our treasures. A simple thing like having small baskets or totes available for customers to carry small items would be a big help.

We are aware that this review is heavy on complaints. This is not to say that we would tell people not to check out this mall. Far from it. It may hold just the item you are looking for or at the very least be an interesting place to visit. However, we do think that certain issues corrected could make this a much...

This place. Is. Massive! There are 3 levels and this place is like a maze to walk through. I almost got lost the first visit I made but it is a treasure trove of incredible items. There are all types of items I would never expect to see, in person, all over the area from outside where antique farm equipment, vehicles, a plane, signs, and rare pieces I was delighted to find! It is wheelchair accessible as each level is connected by ramps that are not too steep to walk, comfortably. There are so many booths to visit you will have to come early and expect to stay for most of the day if you plan to see everything. The people that lease the booths out are there for questions and to help. It is set up like most antique malls in that you shop and find what you love and pay for it at the exit which is where you come into the building. Management searches every level and every floor to make sure no one is left in the dark upon closing. Their concern is really for the customer so they feel safe and are safe while they are here. There are so many creative people, in this world, so everything is functional and/or art. The people who find it, or make it, to sell, here, appreciate it. It's not just monetarily valuable, to most. It's beauty and respect for the artist and inventor, innovation, tradition, function, heritage, authentic, nostalgic and aesthetic appeal to every item. Come to see and leave with the memories of your childhood or previous years in your remembrance and a smile on your face. Just be careful getting out of the drive from the parking lot. The line of site to the right is short and rounding from a hill. It is safer to turn right and drive a bit further down and turn around than it is to try and make it across all those lanes of traffic in...

Definitely worth the time to visit. THREE-FULL STORIES!! Cramed-PACKED with booths FULL of GREAT stuff... real antiques... vintage... unusual finds... cleverly repurposed items... new items...

New upper-level now open with more of a mix, including lots of dishes/knick-knacks & discount items.

Handrails/Handi-cap elevator... climate-controlled... clean bathrooms... snack & drink machines... ATM...

Cool old cars parked outside... lots of "guy stuff", as well as "girl stuff", stuff for all ages!

FRESH LOCAL HAND-PICKED PRODUCE!!!.. Now available on Saturdays, (growing into Tues.-Sat.) OUTSIDE, on cement curb, by door.

HUGE FALL FESTIVAL coming soon! (I'll update when I know for sure when)

CURRENT SIGN HOURS ARE INCORRECT, per owner/mgr. Correct hours are: TUESDAY - SUNDAY, 9-5... like Dolly's old song, "Workin' 9-5"!... (not TEN - 5, as sign reads).

Easy to get to... I-65 Exit 308/Double Springs/Hwy. 278 (Cullman Flea Mkt.)... Turn West (towards Chrysler dealership)... Go 1- mile (on right at top of hill)... Huge wooden sign at driveway... HUGE lettering on building.

Free parking. Wheelchair accessible through main isles. Busiest days: Friday,...