The best book, hobby & craft shops in St. Marys

Just over the line in historic St. Marys, Once Upon A Bookseller mixes bestsellers with Coastal Georgia guides and local authors. Browse everything from Southern lit and military history to nautical charts and gifts, then leave with a stack you’ll actually read.

From the St. Marys newsletter, October 9, 2026

Geek Grounds mixes vintage gems, brand-new releases, and indie oddities, plus staff who actually want to talk story arcs. Tucked inside Antiques & More Treasures, it’s a solid spot to grow your collection, sell a box or two, and find something unexpected.

From the Nassau County newsletter, October 22, 2026

Family-owned spot for guitars, drums, band instruments, and the lessons and repairs to keep them singing. From drum set detailing to quick guitar setups, rentals, and consignment, Clark's Music Center is a solid local go-to when your gear needs love or you're finally starting that band.

From the Palm Coast newsletter, October 17, 2026

Sax & Blue is a boutique and vinyl lounge in Fernandina Beach with racks made for slow crate-digging and finding that just-right press for porch hangs or a long drive. Swing through, discover something you didn’t know you needed, then let your weekend soundtrack sort itself out. Check it out.

From the Nassau County newsletter, October 8, 2026

Amelia Island Fine Guitars is the local spot for boutique, rare and vintage electric and acoustic guitars, hand-wired tube amps, and a curated lineup of pedals in historic downtown Fernandina Beach. Head over this week when your rig needs fresh inspiration or you just want to nerd out on beautiful instruments.

From the Nassau County newsletter, October 15, 2026

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

From hand-painted canvases and luxe threads to needleminders, beads, and all the tools, Bristly Thistle Inc is Amelia Island’s go-to for needlepoint projects. Their finishing is truly top notch, including 3D pieces, and they host artist-led classes that spark new ideas.

From the Nassau County newsletter, October 1, 2026

Chain retailer for instruments such as guitars, drums, and keyboards, plus lessons.

Thinking about dusting off that middle school clarinet or finally letting the kids try guitar, Sunrise Music Center has private lessons, instrument rentals, and the accessories to keep practice actually fun. They also handle repairs, so your weekend jam session might finally make it past the first chorus.

From the Jacksonville newsletter, October 21, 2026

Retail chain stocking guitars, drums, keyboards, amps, ukuleles and other instruments, as well as rentals, repairs, classes, accessories, lessons and music books.

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

Whether you want a handcrafted violin or viola that actually inspires practice, or your trusty fiddle needs expert restoration, Howery Violins is Will Howery’s Amelia Island workshop for builds, repairs, and rentals.

From the Nassau County newsletter, September 24, 2026

Whether you're chasing a vintage-leaning hollowbody growl or a slick modern shred stick, Liberty Music stocks Gibson, Fender, Martin, Taylor, PRS and more, plus amps, pedals and their own Liberty Strings. This week, get world-class repairs, buy, sell, trade or consign, and spec a custom shop build.

From the Jacksonville newsletter, August 12, 2026

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

Relaxed bookstore selling everything from new bestsellers to local-interest tomes.

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

Employee-owned retail store with a large selection of instruments & music gear (many offer repairs).

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

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

Relaxed, welcoming boutique for guitars and amps, plus repairs and effects pedals.

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