The best book, hobby & craft shops in Spartanburg

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

Roper Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

If your strings are tired or a kid just joined band, Roper Music has you covered with rentals for band and orchestra plus guitars, drums,…

551 E Main St #106 · ✓ checked Jul 30

“If your strings are tired or a kid just joined band, Roper Music has you covered with rentals for band and orchestra plus guitars, drums, amps, and all the little lifesavers like reeds, sticks, and strings. Swing by and spark something this week.”

From the Spartanburg newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

108 Franklin Ave

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

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

1931 E Main St

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

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Dorman Centre, 120 Dorman Centre Dr Ste I

“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.

1450 W O. Ezell Blvd Ste 400

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

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Imagination Station

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Since 1987, Imagination Station has been Spartanburg’s go-to for handpicked specialty toys, enchanting books, and delightful gifts that…

551 E Main St

“Since 1987, Imagination Station has been Spartanburg’s go-to for handpicked specialty toys, enchanting books, and delightful gifts that spark creativity. Whether you’re grabbing a last-minute birthday win or a just-because surprise, this playful shop proves that fun is for all ages.”

From the Spartanburg newsletter, September 13, 2026

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Music store stocking electric, acoustic and bass guitars as well as amps and more.

1487 W O. Ezell Blvd

“Music store stocking electric, acoustic and bass guitars as well as amps and more.”

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BJ Music Record Shop

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

BJ Music Record Shop is where the vinyl hunt pays off, with used and new records, vintage stereo gear, instruments, tees, stickers,…

374 Whitney Rd

“BJ Music Record Shop is where the vinyl hunt pays off, with used and new records, vintage stereo gear, instruments, tees, stickers, incense, tapestries, even jukeboxes and skateboards, so you can soundtrack the week and vibe up the house without leaving town.”

From the Spartanburg newsletter, September 17, 2026

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