The best book, hobby & craft shops in Dubuque

7 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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West Music Dubuque

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

From first recorder to full-on classroom percussion, West Music Dubuque hooks you up with instruments, method books, mallets, boomwhackers,…

3330 Asbury Rd

“From first recorder to full-on classroom percussion, West Music Dubuque hooks you up with instruments, method books, mallets, boomwhackers, even ready-to-teach lesson packs. If your kid’s eyeing band or you’re an educator refreshing plans, swing by this week and keep music-making easy, local, and actually fun.”

From the Dubuque newsletter, August 6, 2026

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River Lights Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Independent store with a wide selection of books, gifts, and games, plus frequent author signings.

1098 Main St

“Independent store with a wide selection of books, gifts, and games, plus frequent author signings.”

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Uncle Ike's Music & Sound

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Friendly shop selling new and used guitars and other instruments, plus offering rentals, lessons and repairs.

4989 Radford Ct

“Friendly shop selling new and used guitars and other instruments, plus offering rentals, lessons and repairs.”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

3925 Dodge St

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

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Rondinelli Music/Audio

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Music store selling guitars, amps, drums and basses, and sound gear.

1050 University Ave

“Music store selling guitars, amps, drums and basses, and sound gear.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

2455 NW Arterial Asbury Plaza

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

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Yarn Soup

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Store specializing in an array of yarn for knitting and crocheting, plus tools and accessories.

1005 Main St

“Store specializing in an array of yarn for knitting and crocheting, plus tools and accessories.”

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