The best book, hobby & craft shops in Owensboro

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

Upper Room Music, LLC

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Upper Room Music, LLC is the spot for tightening up your sound this week, with a wall of new and used guitars, legit amps from Marshall,…

540 Carlton Dr

“Upper Room Music, LLC is the spot for tightening up your sound this week, with a wall of new and used guitars, legit amps from Marshall, Mesa Boogie, and Vox, and pedal candy from Walrus Audio and Wampler. Friendly crew, honest advice, and gear that actually makes practice fun.”

From the Owensboro newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Music instrument chain selling a wide selection of new and used drums, guitars, keyboards, musical accessories and sound gear.

6220 E Lloyd Expy (Evansville)

“Music instrument chain selling a wide selection of new and used drums, guitars, keyboards, musical accessories and sound gear.”

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Moore Guitars

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Laid-back, family-run store, selling new and used guitars, plus amps, strings and accessories, as well as lessons. Offering free shipping…

301 N Royal Ave (Evansville)

“Laid-back, family-run store, selling new and used guitars, plus amps, strings and accessories, as well as lessons. Offering free shipping and setup.”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

5300 E Indiana St (Evansville)

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

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

East Lloyd Commons, 6212 E Lloyd Expy (Evansville)

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

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