The best book, hobby & craft shops in Billings

8 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 · 8 places · showing the latest additions first

Ernie November

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether your turntable is hungry or you just want a graphic hoodie that says you, swing by Ernie November this week for new and used vinyl,…

1825 Grand Ave

“Whether your turntable is hungry or you just want a graphic hoodie that says you, swing by Ernie November this week for new and used vinyl, CDs and movies, plus posters, tapestries, incense, and quirky gift ideas. Established in 1983, it’s a low-key treasure hunt you can actually win.”

From the Billings newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Cameron Records

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Music store carrying vinyl records, CDs, and cassettes, as well as a performance space.

1440 Central Ave

“Music store carrying vinyl records, CDs, and cassettes, as well as a performance space.”

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Hansen Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Friendly store for guitars, amps, drums and keyboards, as well as repairs.

521 24th St W

“Friendly store for guitars, amps, drums and keyboards, as well as repairs.”

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Yarn Bar

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Store featuring a wide range of yarns, notions, and tools, plus classes.

2909 2nd Ave N

“Store featuring a wide range of yarns, notions, and tools, plus classes.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Marketplace Center, 2800 King Ave W C

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

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Eckroth Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Musical instrument retailer, plus sheet music and accessories, plus repair services for school bands, too.

922 Grand Ave

“Musical instrument retailer, plus sheet music and accessories, plus repair services for school bands, too.”

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Central Hobbies

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Friendly-staffed hobby shop carrying paint, model kits, tools, and a selection of trains.

1401 Central Ave

“Friendly-staffed hobby shop carrying paint, model kits, tools, and a selection of trains.”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

2425 Central Ave

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

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