The best book, hobby & craft shops in Corpus Christi

6 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 · 6 places · showing the latest additions first

Clawson's Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Family-owned since 1963, Clawson's Music is the kind of shop to swing by this week, where Bubba and Bobby help you land the right fit,…

2701 S Padre Island Dr · ✓ checked Jul 30

“Family-owned since 1963, Clawson's Music is the kind of shop to swing by this week, where Bubba and Bobby help you land the right fit, whether that's a new or used electric, a workhorse acoustic, a drum kit, or even an accordion. Fender to Gibson, bajos to banjos, special orders welcome.”

From the Corpus Christi newsletter, August 5, 2026

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South Texas Music Mart

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Instruments for band and orchestral musicians, plus repairs.

4250 S Alameda St

“Instruments for band and orchestral musicians, plus repairs.”

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain outlet for a large variety of musical instruments and accessories from top brands.

4127 S Staples St

“Chain outlet for a large variety of musical instruments and accessories from top brands.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Island Gate Plaza, 4717 S Padre Island Dr

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

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Superstar Crafts & Homecoming

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Craft shop with a wide selection of do-it-yourself supplies for holidays, parties, and homecoming.

3820 S Staples St

“Craft shop with a wide selection of do-it-yourself supplies for holidays, parties, and homecoming.”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

5425 S Padre Island Dr Suite 136B

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

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