The best book, hobby & craft shops in Springfield

3 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 · 3 places · showing the latest additions first

Capital City Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

From first-timer to tone chaser, Capital City Music stocks electric, acoustic and bass guitars, drum kits, keyboards and pianos, amps,…

3700 Wabash Ave

“From first-timer to tone chaser, Capital City Music stocks electric, acoustic and bass guitars, drum kits, keyboards and pianos, amps, effects, Yamaha pro audio, plus used finds, rent-to-own, repairs, restrings and tune-ups, and lessons from experienced teachers.”

From the Springfield newsletter, August 6, 2026

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The Music Shoppe Inc.

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Musical instrument shop offering a good selection of instruments for sale or rent, plus repairs and lessons.

2940 Constitution Dr

“Musical instrument shop offering a good selection of instruments for sale or rent, plus repairs and lessons.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

White Oaks Mall, 2501 Wabash Ave

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

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