The best book, hobby & craft shops in Arcata

3 book, hobby & craft shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Hobbies, Books, & Crafts · 3 places · showing the latest additions first

Dandar's Boardgames and Books

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Dandar's Boardgames and Books pairs a deep, big-box-defying board game selection with sci-fi and fantasy reads, plus a comfy tabletop space…

737 G St Ste 2

“Dandar's Boardgames and Books pairs a deep, big-box-defying board game selection with sci-fi and fantasy reads, plus a comfy tabletop space with a day pass and an in-house game library. Family owned, friendly, and dangerously good at matching you with your next obsession.”

From the Arcata newsletter, October 6, 2026

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Northtown Books

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Northtown Books keeps Arcata’s shelves fresh with a What We're Reading section, Local Books, Kids' Books, and New & Noteworthy, plus an…

737 G St Suite 1

“Northtown Books keeps Arcata’s shelves fresh with a What We're Reading section, Local Books, Kids' Books, and New & Noteworthy, plus an Event Calendar and Book Groups if you like your reading with community. It’s the kind of bookstore where browsing turns into “just one more chapter” at home.”

From the Arcata newsletter, October 2, 2026

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Art Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Run by working artists, Art Center is the rare shop where advice is as good as the supplies. From paints and papers to the tools you forgot…

823 H St · ✓ checked Aug 26

“Run by working artists, Art Center is the rare shop where advice is as good as the supplies. From paints and papers to the tools you forgot you needed, they keep projects moving and inspiration topped up... perfect for when a blank page stares back.”

From the Eureka newsletter, September 5, 2026

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