The best book, hobby & craft shops in Salem

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

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

“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

“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

“Willamette Valley Music Company keeps Salem players covered with instrument rentals, a repair shop, and private lessons, plus buying guides and a violin sizing cheat sheet. Browse Bach trumpets, Kala ukuleles, and Yamaha THR amps, then actually practice... the student accessory portal keeps you stocked.”

From the Salem newsletter, August 4, 2026

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

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

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

“Informal, welcoming shop stocked with guitars, pianos and woodwinds plus repair services.”

“Store offering a range of yarn, notions, patterns, and accessories, plus tea, and classes.”

“Friendly store carrying keyboards, pianos and accessories, plus lesson books.”

“Friendly, local music shop featuring vinyl records, plus discs, tapes and posters.”

“Welcoming place to buy guitars and basses, along with amps, ukuleles and drums.”

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

“Eclectic shop with a friendly feel stocking used vinyl records plus vintage and new drums and other instruments.”

“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.”

“Shop offering guitars, amps, and repair services, as well as opportunities to buy, sell, and trade.”

“Large store selling instruments, accessories and equipment such as guitars, keyboards and drums.”

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

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

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