The best book, hobby & craft shops in Harrisonburg

5 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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The Tuning Fork

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether your guitar needs TLC, your piano needs a tune, or you’re hunting for a well-loved instrument with new life, The Tuning Fork has…

61 Court Square

“Whether your guitar needs TLC, your piano needs a tune, or you’re hunting for a well-loved instrument with new life, The Tuning Fork has you covered with personalized repairs, repair consultations, piano tuning, live sound support, and lessons. Swing by, get it playing right, then pass the music on.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Valley Creative Reuse

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Clean out that drawer of rogue ribbons then swing by Valley Creative Reuse to score unique art and craft supplies, or drop into the maker…

1157 S High St

“Clean out that drawer of rogue ribbons then swing by Valley Creative Reuse to score unique art and craft supplies, or drop into the maker space or a workshop and actually make the thing. Bonus, they’ll happily take your leftover materials so they get a second life in the community.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, August 20, 2026

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Hometown Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Hometown Music is the curated, truly local shop that helps you find the right instrument for you... try everything, hear the difference,…

1594 S Main St Ste 165

“Hometown Music is the curated, truly local shop that helps you find the right instrument for you... try everything, hear the difference, then get expert setups and repairs. From Yamaha, Eastman, and Showalter Guitars to pro lines like Fender, PRS, and Alvarez Yairi, their crew nails the match.”

From the Harrisonburg newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

277 Burgess Rd Harrisonburg Crossing

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

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

1835 E Market St

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

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