The best book, hobby & craft shops in Champaign

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 Music Shoppe Inc.

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Getting a kid started in band or finally fixing that trumpet you swore you'd deal with, The Music Shoppe Inc. has commitment-free rentals,…

27 E Marketview Dr

“Getting a kid started in band or finally fixing that trumpet you swore you'd deal with, The Music Shoppe Inc. has commitment-free rentals, a legit repair crew with loaners while yours is in the shop, and shelves of reeds, strings, sticks and sheet music. Set yourself up this week.”

From the Champaign newsletter, August 6, 2026

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art coop, inc

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bright spot offering art supplies, gifts and stationery, along with classes and kits.

150 Lincoln Square (Urbana)

“Bright spot offering art supplies, gifts and stationery, along with classes and kits.”

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Corson Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Musical instrument shop featuring guitars and offering assembly, as well as string changes.

71 E University Ave

“Musical instrument shop featuring guitars and offering assembly, as well as string changes.”

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The Upper Bout

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Music store specializing in guitars, amps, and pedals, with setup and repair services.

723 S Neil St

“Music store specializing in guitars, amps, and pedals, with setup and repair services.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Pine Tree Plaza, 2109 N Prospect Ave

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

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The Idea Store

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Craft outlet offering vintage items and discounted art supplies and more, along with friendly service.

125 Lincoln Square (Urbana)

“Craft outlet offering vintage items and discounted art supplies and more, along with friendly service.”

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Musical-instrument chain offering a wide range of amps, mixers, guitars and drums.

712 W Town Center Blvd

“Musical-instrument chain offering a wide range of amps, mixers, guitars and drums.”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

2102 N Neil St Suite 2

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

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