The best book, hobby & craft shops in Augusta

10 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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The Book Tavern

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

The Book Tavern is downtown Augusta’s indie bookstore with shelves that swing from new to used to rare, plus staff picks that hit the mark.…

978 Broad St · ✓ checked Sep 8

“The Book Tavern is downtown Augusta’s indie bookstore with shelves that swing from new to used to rare, plus staff picks that hit the mark. They host lively book clubs and frequent author pop-ups, so you’ll leave with a great read and maybe a few new bookish friends.”

From the Augusta newsletter, September 17, 2026

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2nd & Charles

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retailer buying, selling & trading CDs, books & video games, plus DVDs & vinyl records.

2834 Washington Rd

“Retailer buying, selling & trading CDs, books & video games, plus DVDs & vinyl records.”

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Turner's Keyboards

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether you’re leveling up your practice or plotting a living-room concerto, swing by Turner's Keyboards this week for the good stuff.…

2358 Washington Rd · ✓ checked Jul 31

“Whether you’re leveling up your practice or plotting a living-room concerto, swing by Turner's Keyboards this week for the good stuff. Think Steinway & Sons (plus Boston and Essex), Kawai acoustic and digital, and Roland digitals, with tuning, moving, rentals, and lessons from a family-run Augusta staple since 1955.”

From the Augusta newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Berkshire Guitars

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

From pro setups and electronics fixes to refrets, custom inlays, and full-on dream builds, Berkshire Guitars keeps Augusta's stringed…

428 5th St

“From pro setups and electronics fixes to refrets, custom inlays, and full-on dream builds, Berkshire Guitars keeps Augusta's stringed instruments playing right.”

From the Augusta newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.

3830 Washington Rd Ste 33

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

230 Robert C Daniel Jr Pkwy

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

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Kirkwood's Music and Repair

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

From quick woodwind tweaks to full brass overhauls, Kirkwood's Music and Repair keeps school instruments gig ready, with rentals, lessons,…

206 S Belair Rd · ✓ checked Aug 26

“From quick woodwind tweaks to full brass overhauls, Kirkwood's Music and Repair keeps school instruments gig ready, with rentals, lessons, and the reeds, oils, and sheet music you always forget until the night before a concert. Local, practical, and honestly a lifesaver during marching season.”

From the Augusta newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer of guitars and keyboards featuring amplifiers, recording gear, and DJ equipment.

808 Cabela Dr

“Chain retailer of guitars and keyboards featuring amplifiers, recording gear, and DJ equipment.”

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Grantski Records

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether you want to dig through used crates, pick up fresh pressings, or line up preorders for Billy Strings and Mastodon, Grantski Records…

1151 Broad St

“Whether you want to dig through used crates, pick up fresh pressings, or line up preorders for Billy Strings and Mastodon, Grantski Records has the goods. Ten years in Augusta and now with a live stage and listening parties, it’s the hangout your ears deserve this week.”

From the Augusta newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

211 Robert C Daniel Jr Pkwy Augusta Exchange

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

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