The best book, hobby & craft shops in Topeka

5 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 · 5 places · showing the latest additions first

Supersonic Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Supersonic Music is the local spot for drums, guitars, keyboards, basses, and PA gear, plus legit lessons, repairs, and backline rentals…

117 SE 6th St

“Supersonic Music is the local spot for drums, guitars, keyboards, basses, and PA gear, plus legit lessons, repairs, and backline rentals when your band gets booked faster than your gear can. Swing by this week to test-drive something inspiring, then go make the neighbors curious.”

From the Topeka newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Hayes House of Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Long-running music store specializing in guitars and amps, and offering repair services.

2007 SW 6th Ave

“Long-running music store specializing in guitars and amps, and offering repair services.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Wanamaker 21 Shopping Center, 2040 SW Wanamaker Rd

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

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Top City Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Laid-back shop offering musical instruments, vinyl records, and CDs, plus repairs and lessons.

5224 SW 17th St

“Laid-back shop offering musical instruments, vinyl records, and CDs, plus repairs and lessons.”

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Manning Music Band Instruments & Orchestra Instruments

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Well-regarded shop for guitars and other instruments, plus lessons and repair services.

3400 SW 6th Ave

“Well-regarded shop for guitars and other instruments, plus lessons and repair services.”

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