The best book, hobby & craft shops in Wilkes-Barre

3 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 · 3 places · showing the latest additions first

Musical Energi

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Since 1986, Musical Energi has been the local treasure chest for LPs, 45s, 78s, cassettes, CDs and even reel-to-reels, plus turntables,…

24 S Main St

“Since 1986, Musical Energi has been the local treasure chest for LPs, 45s, 78s, cassettes, CDs and even reel-to-reels, plus turntables, needles, cartridges and belts to keep them spinning. Bring in your old stash to sell or trade, then leave with something your speakers will brag about.”

From the Wilkes-Barre newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Gallery of Sound - Wilkes-Barre

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Gallery of Sound - Wilkes-Barre keeps the shelves loaded with new and used vinyl, CDs, DVDs, cassettes, books, and band tees, plus indie…

186 Mundy St (Wilkes-Barre Township)

“Gallery of Sound - Wilkes-Barre keeps the shelves loaded with new and used vinyl, CDs, DVDs, cassettes, books, and band tees, plus indie exclusive releases, preorders, and fresh restocks across every genre. Trade a few dusty discs, snag something you actually want to spin this week.”

From the Wilkes-Barre newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Arena Hub Shopping Center, 485 Arena Hub Plaza (Wilkes-Barre Township)

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

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