The best book, hobby & craft shops in Portsmouth

9 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 · 9 places · showing the latest additions first

Gary's Guitars

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Since 1989, Gary's Guitars has been the Seacoast's independent go-to for new and used electrics, acoustics, basses, amps, pedals and the…

800 Islington St

“Since 1989, Gary's Guitars has been the Seacoast's independent go-to for new and used electrics, acoustics, basses, amps, pedals and the strings you forgot again. Drop in for honest repairs and real-deal lessons, then poke through ever-changing gear that might finally kick your practice slump this week.”

From the Portsmouth newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Seacoast Sewing And Quilting

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Fabric and yarn shop with a variety of sewing machine options and a repair service.

755 Banfield Rd

“Fabric and yarn shop with a variety of sewing machine options and a repair service.”

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Bull Moose

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain carrying music, movies & video games in a variety of formats, plus books & gifts.

1981 Woodbury Ave #15

“Retail chain carrying music, movies & video games in a variety of formats, plus books & gifts.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

The Crossing at, 45 Gosling Rd, Fox Run Rd (Newington)

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

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Drum Center of Portsmouth

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retailer specializing in drums, percussion instruments, and cymbals, including new, used, and discounted gear.

144 Lafayette Rd (North Hampton)

“Retailer specializing in drums, percussion instruments, and cymbals, including new, used, and discounted gear.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

700 Lafayette Rd, Center Ste 210 (Seabrook)

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

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain carrying electric and acoustic instruments from top brands, along with lessons.

1600 Woodbury Ave

“Chain carrying electric and acoustic instruments from top brands, along with lessons.”

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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

Fox Run Crossings The Crossings at Fo, 45 Gosling Rd (Newington)

“Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.”

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Portsmouth Fabric Co

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

High-end fabric shop also offering specialty threads, sewing machines & related workshops.

112 Penhallow St

“High-end fabric shop also offering specialty threads, sewing machines & related workshops.”

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