The best book, hobby & craft shops in Monroe

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

Matt's Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Need fresh strings, a snappier snare, or that one cable you swore you had? Matt's Music stocks guitars, drums, keyboards, live sound and…

3235 Breard St

“Need fresh strings, a snappier snare, or that one cable you swore you had? Matt's Music stocks guitars, drums, keyboards, live sound and recording gear, plus band and orchestra essentials from trusted brands like Audio-Technica, Boss, D'Addario, and Electro-Voice. Swing by this week and level up your sound.”

From the Monroe newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Tracks Music Shop

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Tracks Music Shop is the creative, welcoming spot for gear that actually inspires practice, with a featured selection of combos, heads, and…

131 Art Aly

“Tracks Music Shop is the creative, welcoming spot for gear that actually inspires practice, with a featured selection of combos, heads, and cabs ready to spark your tone. Swing by this week to catch their weekly features and chat with folks who genuinely love music.”

From the Monroe newsletter, August 13, 2026

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Pecanland Plaza, 4429 Pecanland Mall Dr Ste 7

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

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