The best book, hobby & craft shops in Fredericksburg

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

Picker's Supply Inc.

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Picker's Supply Inc. is Fredericksburg’s go-to for rare and vintage instruments, with a lineup that swings from prewar Martins to Custom…

902 Caroline St

“Picker's Supply Inc. is Fredericksburg’s go-to for rare and vintage instruments, with a lineup that swings from prewar Martins to Custom Shop Fenders. Pop in to noodle, trade, or get that setup or repair dialed, maybe book lessons or an appraisal so your new toy actually sings.”

From the Fredericksburg newsletter, September 16, 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.

1360 Carl D Silver Pkwy

“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).

3102 Plank Rd, Spotsylvania Mall Dr

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

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Part of a chain that sells guitars (acoustic, electric), drums and keyboards, along with accessories.

215 Spotsylvania Mall Dr

“Part of a chain that sells guitars (acoustic, electric), drums and keyboards, along with accessories.”

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Volume 11 Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Need fresh strings, a new pedal that actually makes practice fun, or someone to tame that fret buzz? Volume 11 Music is the boutique spot…

4006 Lafayette Blvd

“Need fresh strings, a new pedal that actually makes practice fun, or someone to tame that fret buzz?”

From the Fredericksburg newsletter, August 13, 2026

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Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

1885 Carl D Silver Pkwy

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

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