The best book, hobby & craft shops in Delaware County

8 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 · 8 places · showing the latest additions first

Villanova University Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Villanova University Bookstore is the one-stop study shop for course materials via the Textbook Access Program, plus notebooks,…

800 Lancaster Ave (Villanova)

“Villanova University Bookstore is the one-stop study shop for course materials via the Textbook Access Program, plus notebooks, calculators, and tech, along with spirit apparel, dorm essentials, snacks, and even a Book & Vinyl Spot. When deadlines hit, it’s a reliable local fix that actually feels fun.”

From the Norristown newsletter, October 6, 2026

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Widener Campus Store

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether you're grabbing textbooks to rent or buy, fresh notebooks, or a hoodie that says you survived midterms, Widener Campus Store keeps…

709 E 14th St (Chester)

“Whether you're grabbing textbooks to rent or buy, fresh notebooks, or a hoodie that says you survived midterms, Widener Campus Store keeps it easy with official merch, school supplies, and gifts. A solid local go-to for students, alumni, and neighbors who like errands finished in one stop.”

From the Chester newsletter, October 1, 2026

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Shopping Center, 3568 West Chester Pike (Newtown Square)

“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).

601 Baltimore Pike PHI (Springfield)

“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).

1103 W Baltimore Pike Ste a (Media)

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

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Walmart

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain supermarket and department store selling a range of items from fashion to pharmaceuticals.

50 N MacDade Blvd (Glenolden)

“Chain supermarket and department store selling a range of items from fashion to pharmaceuticals.”

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George's Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Employee-owned retail store with a large selection of instruments & music gear (many offer repairs).

1025 E Woodland Ave (Springfield)

“Employee-owned retail store with a large selection of instruments & music gear (many offer repairs).”

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Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

1991 Sproul Rd Unit 26 (Broomall)

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

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