The best book, hobby & craft shops in South Bend

4 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 · 4 places · showing the latest additions first

South Bend Music & Drum Company

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Local, musician-owned South Bend Music & Drum Company handles everything from quick setups and electronics fixes to full-on restorations,…

626 Portage Ave

“Local, musician-owned South Bend Music & Drum Company handles everything from quick setups and electronics fixes to full-on restorations, plus custom-built guitars, drums and more. This week, let Wally, their guitar wizard, treat your instrument like it’s headed on tour... even if it’s just going back to your basement.”

From the South Bend newsletter, August 7, 2026

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United Art & Education

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retailer carrying a broad selection of supplies for teaching & art ranging from books to furniture.

2548 Miracle Lane (Mishawaka)

“Retailer carrying a broad selection of supplies for teaching & art ranging from books to furniture.”

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain offering amps, guitars, drums, keyboards and other instruments, as well as lessons.

5825 Grape Rd (Mishawaka)

“Chain offering amps, guitars, drums, keyboards and other instruments, as well as lessons.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

University Center, 6502 Grape Rd #730 (Mishawaka)

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

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