The best book, hobby & craft shops in Gresham

18 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 · 18 places · showing the latest additions first

Bulk Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bookstore specializing in large orders for businesses, libraries, schools, and other institutions.

1 Lincoln Center, 10300 SW Greenburg Rd #430 (Portland)

“Bookstore specializing in large orders for businesses, libraries, schools, and other institutions.”

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Books with Pictures

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Cheerful shop specializing in graphic novels and comics catering to all walks of life.

1401 SE Division St (Portland)

“Cheerful shop specializing in graphic novels and comics catering to all walks of life.”

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Spoke & Word Books

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Cozy local store selling new and used books, plus gifts.

10863 SE Main St (Milwaukie)

“Cozy local store selling new and used books, plus gifts.”

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Thunder Road Guitars PDX

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether you're chasing a vintage Fender, a quirky offset, or a sleeper amp or pedal, Thunder Road Guitars PDX stocks premium new, used, and…

1639 NW Glisan St (Portland)

“Whether you're chasing a vintage Fender, a quirky offset, or a sleeper amp or pedal, Thunder Road Guitars PDX stocks premium new, used, and rare instruments with a genuinely friendly, gear-savvy vibe. Swing in, plug in, and maybe sell that closet queen for something that actually sparks songs.”

From the Beaverton newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Old Town Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Independent and delightfully nerdy, Old Town Music is the Southeast Portland guitar shop where friendly, gear-savvy humans help you chase…

55 SE 11th Ave (Portland)

“Independent and delightfully nerdy, Old Town Music is the Southeast Portland guitar shop where friendly, gear-savvy humans help you chase tones, from a huge wall of effects pedals to a rotating mix of used, new, and vintage guitars. Swing by this week to trade or consign your rig, or get thoughtful estate help.”

From the Portland newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Rose City Instruments

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Rose City Instruments is the PNW brass and woodwind pro shop built by musicians, with expert repair, restoration, ultrasonic cleanings that…

720 SE 135th Ct Unit A (Vancouver) · ✓ checked Jul 29

“S. De L'Olla custom trumpets... perfect for students, educators, and working players dialing in their sound.”

From the Vancouver newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Acorns & Threads

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Low-key shop offering threads, fabrics, needles & charts plus classes & stitch groups.

4475 SW Scholls Ferry Rd #158 (Portland)

“Low-key shop offering threads, fabrics, needles & charts plus classes & stitch groups.”

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Kennedy Violins Inc

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Musician-run shop selling & renting violins, violas & cellos to students & professional players.

17720 SE Mill Plain Blvd #160 (Vancouver)

“Musician-run shop selling & renting violins, violas & cellos to students & professional players.”

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Beacock Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Huge music center with a cafe offering myriad classes plus instrument rental, sales & repairs.

1420 SE 163rd Ave (Vancouver)

“Huge music center with a cafe offering myriad classes plus instrument rental, sales & repairs.”

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Artist & Craftsman Supply Portland SE

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Creative supplies for artists & crafters, from painting & sculpting to bookbinding & origami.

3393 SE 21st Ave (Portland)

“Creative supplies for artists & crafters, from painting & sculpting to bookbinding & origami.”

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Artist & Craftsman Supply Portland N

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Creative supplies for artists & crafters, from painting & sculpting to bookbinding & origami.

2906 N Lombard St (Portland)

“Creative supplies for artists & crafters, from painting & sculpting to bookbinding & origami.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Super Center, 12255 N. Starlight Avenue, Jantzen Beach Center (Portland)

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

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

International Corporate Center, 11719 NE Glenn Widing Dr (Portland)

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

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Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

11579 SW Pacific Hwy (Portland)

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

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

16601 SE Mill Plain Blvd Columbia Crossing (Vancouver)

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

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Oregon Trail Shopping Center, 2101 NE Burnside Rd #20

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

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Jackpot Records

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Enduring source for new & used vinyl records, CDs, DVDs & collectibles, plus in-store performances.

3574 SE Hawthorne Blvd (Portland)

“Enduring source for new & used vinyl records, CDs, DVDs & collectibles, plus in-store performances.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Ross Center, 11211 SE 82nd Ave F (Clackamas)

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

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