The best book, hobby & craft shops in Smith County

From first-year clarinets to step-up horns, Tatum Music Co keeps trusted brands in stock, does in-house repairs, and staffs former band directors who know your program’s needs. They work with local schools and have served East Texas for over 75 years, which explains why their advice actually slaps.

From the Mineola newsletter, October 16, 2026

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

Kiddos starting clarinet or your old trumpet needs a tune-up, American Band Instrument Service is East Texas’ go-to school band shop with solid rentals, real repair pros, and private lessons. New instruments come with a 10-year manufacturer guarantee plus a 1-year warranty backed by their own service department.

From the Tyler newsletter, October 14, 2026

Variety store carrying home goods, toys, and beauty products at discount prices.

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

From first guitars to stage-ready rigs, Mundt Music Tyler has East Texas covered with guitars, pianos, keyboards, drums, band instruments, live sound and a solid used inventory. They also restring and set up instruments, plus lessons if you want skills to match the gear...

From the Tyler newsletter, October 22, 2026

Chain retail shop providing a huge selection of new and used guitars, basses and percussion instruments, plus classes.