The best book, hobby & craft shops in Manchester

7 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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The Music Techs

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Strings buzzing, amp cranky, or the sax a little sulky? The Music Techs is the full-service repair crew with 80+ years combined know-how,…

377 Elm St

“Strings buzzing, amp cranky, or the sax a little sulky? The Music Techs is the full-service repair crew with 80+ years combined know-how, friendly vibes, and authorized warranty work for heavy hitters like Fender, Gibson, Yamaha and Taylor, plus parts and fun music-y gifts worth browsing this week.”

From the Concord newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.

18 March Ave

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

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Music Connection

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Down-to-earth record shop whose friendly staff sell new and used vinyl LPs and CDs.

1711 S Willow St

“Down-to-earth record shop whose friendly staff sell new and used vinyl LPs and CDs.”

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Manchester Music Mill

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Friendly music store offering used and new gear, plus repairs and rentals.

329 Elm St

“Friendly music store offering used and new gear, plus repairs and rentals.”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

1525 S Willow St

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

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain offering new and used guitars, amplifiers, keyboards and more.

1051 S Willow St

“Retail chain offering new and used guitars, amplifiers, keyboards and more.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Shopping Center, 777 S Willow St Ste 1

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

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