The best book, hobby & craft shops in Jefferson City

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

Slackers Music, Movies, Games, Toys & Comics

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Jeff City folks, need a fresh hit of nostalgia and new releases in one stop? Slackers Music, Movies, Games, Toys & Comics packs…

3600 Country Club Dr Ste 314

“Jeff City folks, need a fresh hit of nostalgia and new releases in one stop? Slackers Music, Movies, Games, Toys & Comics packs classic-to-current video games, comics, music, movies, and collectible toys, plus a Collector's Corner of rarities.”

From the Jefferson City newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Unique Creations

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

If this week needs a win, Unique Creations lets you paint your own pottery, pour your own candles at the candle bar, and jump into fun…

120 E High St

“If this week needs a win, Unique Creations lets you paint your own pottery, pour your own candles at the candle bar, and jump into fun studio workshops. Easy hang with friends, surprisingly relaxing, and you leave with something you actually want to keep.”

From the Jefferson City newsletter, September 18, 2026

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

2235 Missouri Blvd

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

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Capital Music Company & Record Safari

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Central Missouri’s longest-serving, locally owned music institution since 1940, Capital Music Company & Record Safari packs everything that…

213 E Miller St

“Central Missouri’s longest-serving, locally owned music institution since 1940, Capital Music Company & Record Safari packs everything that makes a musician grin: school band and orchestra gear, guitars and amps, ukes, drums, printed music, lessons, consignment, even digital pianos like the Casio Celviano Grand…”

From the Jefferson City newsletter, September 11, 2026

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