The best book, hobby & craft shops in Lubbock County

Lubbock Piano Gallery has West Texas’ largest selection of grand, upright, and digital pianos, plus pros for tuning, repair, moving, rentals, and player add-ons like PianoDisc and QRS. Start a practice habit or fake it with a player system… either way it sounds good.

From the Lubbock newsletter, August 8, 2026

The Mud Room is Lubbock’s paint-your-own pottery, mosaic, and canvas studio where kids and adults can join classes, monthly events, or a party that turns blank pieces into brag-worthy keepsakes. Bring a buddy this week, pick a piece, and let the glaze do the talking.

From the Lubbock newsletter, September 5, 2026

Chain vendor selling guitars, drums and keyboards, plus amps and microphones alongside accessories.

Whether you're getting a first violin ready for orchestra, upgrading your cello game, or just need repairs and supplies, Robinson Strings has you covered with violin, viola, cello, and bass rentals in all sizes, lessons, and fine bows and instruments for every level, all from a Lubbock full service shop since 1979.

From the Lubbock newsletter, October 7, 2026

String buzzing, pickup acting weird, or just itching to rotate the herd. McLuthier's Guitar Sales and Service does solid repairs on most stringed instruments and keeps a changing lineup of used guitars and amps to buy, sell, or trade. Local, straightforward, and gear-nerd approved.

From the Lubbock newsletter, October 14, 2026

Secondhand Art Depot is the kind of craft store that makes creativity feel wallet-friendly, with thrifted and secondhand supplies plus quirky finds that beg to be repurposed. Great for jumpstarting projects, experimenting without overspending, or keeping good materials in circulation around Lubbock.

From the Lubbock newsletter, September 29, 2026

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

Full-service music shop, featuring acoustic and electric guitars, pianos and other instruments.

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

If your playlists feel stale, go crate-digging this week at Hub City Records, the indie spot for rare experimental, industrial, jazz, metal, punk, reggae, and more. Expect cult labels like Corwood Industries and RidingEasy plus underground zines that keep your ears and brain buzzing.

From the Lubbock newsletter, October 21, 2026

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