The best book, hobby & craft shops in Bettendorf

8 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 · 8 places · showing the latest additions first

The Atlas Collective

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Cozy bookstore and coffee shop where shoppers can hang out and grab a drink.

1801 5th Ave (Moline)

“Cozy bookstore and coffee shop where shoppers can hang out and grab a drink.”

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In This Issue Comics

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retailer, also reselling and renting, for comics from past and present.

2801 State St

“Retailer, also reselling and renting, for comics from past and present.”

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AM Guitar Works

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

AM Guitar Works is the Quad Cities' largest independently owned one-stop guitar shop, with a friendly mom-and-pop vibe, expert repairs and…

2660 E 53rd St #6 (Davenport) · ✓ checked Jul 30

“AM Guitar Works is the Quad Cities' largest independently owned one-stop guitar shop, with a friendly mom-and-pop vibe, expert repairs and quick turnarounds, pro setups and mods, and lessons to level you up.”

From the Quad Cities newsletter, August 5, 2026

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West Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

From classroom-ready recorders and Orff xylophones to djembes, drumsets, mallets, and music books, West Music has the gear to keep lessons…

3849 N Brady St (Davenport) · ✓ checked Jul 30

“From classroom-ready recorders and Orff xylophones to djembes, drumsets, mallets, and music books, West Music has the gear to keep lessons lively and rehearsals tight.”

From the Quad Cities 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.

5611 Elmore Avenue (Davenport)

“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).

North Ridge Shopping Center, 4010 E 53rd St (Davenport)

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

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Store selling a selection of instruments, audio equipment, and lighting.

3860 Elmore Avenue (Davenport)

“Store selling a selection of instruments, audio equipment, and lighting.”

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Critchett's

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Critchett's turns musical daydreams into actual tunes with beginner-friendly classes and a deep love for Lowrey organs. Backed by the…

2406 E 53rd St (Davenport)

“Critchett's turns musical daydreams into actual tunes with beginner-friendly classes and a deep love for Lowrey organs. Backed by the Critchett family since 1922, they make learning fast and easy, so this week you can stop saying someday and finally start playing something that makes the neighbors curious.”

From the Quad Cities newsletter, August 11, 2026

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