The best book, hobby & craft shops in Bethlehem

“Whether you're chasing a boutique guitar tone, leveling up your home studio, or hunting that serendipitous vintage find, Centro Musical pairs premium instruments with pro audio know how and real talk.”

From the Philadelphia newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Montero Violins keeps Lehigh Valley players sounding sharp with quality violins, violas, cellos and basses to buy or lease, expert repairs and restorations, and private lessons. They also stock sheet music, instructional methods, and the reeds, oils and other essentials your woodwind and brass friends always forget.”

From the Allentown newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Guitar shop selling electric, acoustic and steel guitars as well as amps, pedals and drums.”

“Secondhand music store offering a selection of CDs, records & musical instruments.”

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

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

“Craft shop specializing in custom woven, iron-on, and printed labels for clothing and other items.”

“Long-running, LGBT-focused bookstore in 2 buildings with a large inventory of new & used books.”

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

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

“Guitar Villa - Retro Music Bethlehem is the spot for locals chasing a better-sounding week, with a wall of acoustics, electrics, basses and pedals, an in-house repair bench that actually fixes things, real-deal lessons, and their VibraWood Custom Shop turning dream builds into gig-ready reality.”

“Vibrant yarn shop that also offers knitting and crochet classes, plus needles.”

“Bluebond Guitars is the neighborhood spot for vintage and used finds, pro repairs from an in-house luthier, and lessons on guitar, bass, drums, keys, and voice. Feeling brave? Their Adult Band Program rehearses you with a coach then puts you onstage at their own venue.”

“Music store with guitars, keyboards, and amps, plus DJ and lighting equipment, and recording gear.”