The best book, hobby & craft shops in Cumberland County

50 to $2 bins that somehow follow you home. Stick around for casual Commander and Pokémon nights, plus friendly guidance from Steven Thanos and crew.

From the Topsham newsletter, October 16, 2026

From their Acoustic Room stacked with Martin, Taylor, Guild, Seagull and Yamaha to an Electric Guitar gallery ready for you to plug in, Buckdancer's Choice Music Co. is Maine’s oldest independent guitar shop with new and used gear, amps, pedals, repairs and lessons. Swing by this week and find your tone.

From the Portland newsletter, October 14, 2026

PortFiber keeps your maker mojo stocked with hand-dyed fiber, Cashmere People Yarns, Euroflax Belgian linen, and shelf candy for the brain. They also host classes like Beginner 4-Harness Weaving with Sybil Shiland, so you can level up your loom skills and actually finish that project pile this week.

From the Portland newsletter, October 21, 2026

Need a fresh story or a rainy-day puzzle? Sherman's Maine Coast Book Shop Portland has staff picks that actually hit, plenty of Maine reads, a kid-friendly Young Readers zone, plus journals and cards for gift emergencies. Swing by this week and let serendipity choose your next favorite.

From the Portland newsletter, September 30, 2026

Retailer of drums, guitars and bass guitars (including Tama models).

Portland’s own The Art Mart keeps shelves loaded with sketchbooks and the art basics you actually use, with a staff that knows their stuff and steers you right. Perfect for when inspiration hits midweek and your toolkit is running on fumes... they’ll help you grab exactly what you need.

From the Portland newsletter, October 7, 2026

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

Chain store selling acoustic and electric guitars, drums, amps, keyboards, recording equipment, and other instruments.