The best book, hobby & craft shops in Bloomington

Traditional new & secondhand book & record store specializing in titles from smaller publishers.

202 S Audubon Rd (Indianapolis)

Independent store with a general selection that includes many works in translation and hosts book clubs.

882 Massachusetts Ave (Indianapolis)

Local indie shop stocking books, cards, gift bags and literary treats.

5208 N College Ave (Indianapolis)

Cozy, locally focused bookshop featuring new and used titles, as well as staff recommendations.

414 N College Ave (Indianapolis)

Hop over to nearby Nashville this week and let Fallen Leaf Books turn a quick browse into a full-on treasure hunt. Shelves mix new, used,…

45 S Jefferson St #7055 (Nashville) · ✓ checked Jul 28

Because your TBR deserves a treat, Naughty Dog Books has staff-curated “Best in Show” picks, genre book clubs that actually meet, and an…

76 1/2, E Main St (Nashville)

Ping's Music has been Indy’s independent repair go-to since 2015, tackling setups, pickup installs, custom wiring, and fretwork on guitars,…

4009 S Meridian St (Indianapolis)

Independently owned bookshop featuring a selection of books.

38 N Main St (Martinsville)

Relaxed, independent bookstore featuring a cafe, plus crafts and gifts.

849 S Auto Mall Rd

Well-stocked store specializing in new and used vinyl albums, as well as CDs and DVDs.

115 S Walnut St

Family-run shop stocking comic books and hobby supplies, plus board games, trading cards and figures.

77 E Washington St (Martinsville)

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

1275 S College Mall Rd

Quilt shop offering a variety of fabrics, patterns, and projects.

381 Fletcher Ave (Spencer)

Neighborhood comic book retailer highlighting new and vintage comics as well as graphic novels and manga. Friendly staff caters to…

114 E 6th St

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

120 N Gates Dr, W Whitehall Crossing Blvd

Locally-run toy shop since 1970, stocking a wide range of educational and creative toys.

100 S Van Buren St (Nashville)

Independently owned bookstore with a kid's section and puzzles, plus staff recommendations.

548 Washington St (Columbus)

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

5750 W 86th St (Indianapolis)

Long-running, independent outfit selling new-release & secondhand recordings in roomy surrounds.

806 Broad Ripple Ave (Indianapolis)

Hip, industrial-chic shop offering new & used records, plus live shows, coffee, wine & beer.

1054 Virginia Ave (Indianapolis)

Instrumental repairers and retailers serving beginners, pros and school band students since 1948.

332 N Capitol Ave (Indianapolis)

Vibrant store with yards of fabric, patterns, quilting & sewing supplies & design kits.

845 Massachusetts Ave (Indianapolis)

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

5151 E 82nd St #300 (Indianapolis)

Store selling guitars and other musical instruments, such as drums, keyboards, and recording equipment.

8475 Castleton Corner Dr (Indianapolis)

Enduring shop offering guitars, strings, drums & other musical instruments, plus repairs & lessons.

931 Shelby St (Indianapolis)

Vinyl and CD store stocking new and used titles, along with cassettes, T-shirts, socks and stickers.

5202 N College Ave (Indianapolis)