The best book, hobby & craft shops in Tulare

14 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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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retailer in Sequoia Mall stocking children's books, games, and music, plus a cafe.

Sequoia Mall, 3415 S Mooney Blvd (Visalia)

“Retailer in Sequoia Mall stocking children's books, games, and music, plus a cafe.”

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Bakersfield Sound Co.

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

If your strings are sleepy, your kid needs a rental for band, or you finally decided to learn that riff, Bakersfield Sound Co. has you…

10715 Rosedale Hwy (Bakersfield)

“If your strings are sleepy, your kid needs a rental for band, or you finally decided to learn that riff, Bakersfield Sound Co. has you covered with electric and acoustic guitars, basses, all-ages lessons, straightforward repairs, and instrument rentals. Real help, real gear, more music in your house.”

From the Bakersfield newsletter, August 6, 2026

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American Music Co

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether you're gigging around Clovis or dusting off that 'someday' hobby, American Music Co keeps it real with honest advice, pro repairs,…

2597 E Ashlan Ave (Fresno)

“Whether you're gigging around Clovis or dusting off that 'someday' hobby, American Music Co keeps it real with honest advice, pro repairs, and rentals that save the day. Peek their used finds and marching percussion must-haves, then book lessons to level up this week.”

From the Fresno newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Velouria Records

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

This week, duck into Velouria Records for a cozy dig through new and used vinyl, with gems like The Who’s Quadrophenia, Bruce Springsteen’s…

109 E Main St (Visalia)

“This week, duck into Velouria Records for a cozy dig through new and used vinyl, with gems like The Who’s Quadrophenia, Bruce Springsteen’s Darkness on the Edge of Town, and John Mayall with Eric Clapton’s Blues Breakers in the mix. Leave with a record that upgrades your living room soundtrack instantly.”

From the Visalia newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.

6565 N Blackstone Ave (Fresno)

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

Packwood Creek Shopping Center, 4248 S Mooney Blvd (Visalia)

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

9350 Rosedale Hwy, Northwest Prom (Bakersfield)

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain for a range of musical instruments including guitars, drums, and keyboards, plus recording gear.

5330 N Blackstone Ave (Fresno)

“Retail chain for a range of musical instruments including guitars, drums, and keyboards, plus recording gear.”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.

6485 N Riverside Dr (Fresno)

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Branch of a chain selling guitars, drums, and other musical instruments, plus equipment.

4254 S Mooney Blvd (Visalia)

“Branch of a chain selling guitars, drums, and other musical instruments, plus equipment.”

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White's Music Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Local store for buying and renting musical instruments, plus sheet music.

100 E Caldwell Ave (Visalia)

“Local store for buying and renting musical instruments, plus sheet music.”

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World Records

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Store for new and used records also hosting live concerts and serving wood-fired pizza.

2815 F St (Bakersfield)

“Store for new and used records also hosting live concerts and serving wood-fired pizza.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

The Marketplace at River Park, 7400 N Blackstone Ave (Fresno)

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.

3231 S Mooney Blvd (Visalia)

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

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