The best book, hobby & craft shops in Rochester

“Need a birthday hero move or a midweek creativity hit, swing by Little Button Craft this week for locally made art, Rochester themed goodies, and small craft classes that actually teach. They also whip up custom pieces like embroidery, pint glasses, even DnD dice trays, so your gift feels unmistakably Rochester.”

From the Rochester newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Vintage banjos, mandolins, guitars, and ukes live here alongside fresh arrivals, plus a calendar of friendly bluegrass, old-time, and ukulele jams that make practice feel like play. Bernunzio Uptown Music is the Rochester standby with 50 years of know-how when your hands need a better instrument.”

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

“Craft store featuring supplies for hobbies, toys and model trains.”

“Chain store that carries a wide array of stringed instruments, keyboards and drums.”

“Musical instrument repair shop working on items such as saxophones, trombones, and clarinets.”

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

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

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

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

“Vintage vinyl specialists with new releases, a backroom lounge, and live music stages, plus event space.”