The best book, hobby & craft shops in Black Hills

“Haggerty's Music is the Black Hills go-to for guitars, pedals, amps, and the bits you always forget, plus solid repairs from electrics to violas. They offer lessons, band and orchestra rentals, and heavy-hitter brands like Fender, Gibson, Taylor, and PRS, so consider this your nudge to stop in this week.”

From the Black Hills newsletter, August 6, 2026

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

“Roberts Musical Services keeps Black Hills players gig-ready, from flutes and saxes to tubas and percussion. They can replace a single pad or do full woodwind overhauls, tackle brass dents and valve work, and even run a Hydro Sonic cleaning big enough for your tuba. Worth a tune-up this week.”

From the Black Hills newsletter, August 25, 2026

“Whether you’re crate-digging for new pressings, hunting down used gems, or grabbing CDs and cassettes for the car, Black Hills Vinyl keeps it easygoing. Bonus points for stocking disc golf gear, so you can refresh your playlist and your bag in one chill stop.”

From the Black Hills newsletter, September 3, 2026

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

“Running a show, church service, school gym, or backyard bash this week? Perfect Wave Productions handles pro audio installs, live sound and lighting, equipment rentals, plus guitar and amp repair, bringing science-backed acoustic fixes and local know-how so your crowd hears every note without the squeal.”

From the Black Hills newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Pottery 2 Paint lets you pick from funky-to-functional premade pieces, then go wild with glazes, brushes and clever tools while they handle the firing magic. Grab a 2 Go Kit, book a party, or drop into their monthly technique workshops this week and learn the good tricks.”

From the Black Hills newsletter, August 29, 2026

“Since 1983, Ernie November's has been Black Hills' not-so-secret stash for new and used vinyl, CDs, and movies, plus tees, posters, incense, and other novelties you didn't know you needed. Swing by Rapid City, flip a few crates, and leave feeling smugly superior to your algorithm.”

From the Black Hills newsletter, September 17, 2026