The best book, hobby & craft shops in Central Wisconsin

13 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 · 13 places · showing the latest additions first

JadeCo Stamp & Hobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

From board games and tabletop favorites to tens of thousands of trading cards, a legit painting bar, and the largest stamp-collecting…

927 Main St (Stevens Point)

“From board games and tabletop favorites to tens of thousands of trading cards, a legit painting bar, and the largest stamp-collecting supplies selection in Wisconsin, JadeCo Stamp & Hobby is the local rabbit hole you won't regret falling into this week.”

From the Central Wisconsin newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Clay Corner Studio LLC

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Need a creative reset between errands? Clay Corner Studio LLC lets you paint-your-own pottery, tackle a canvas, design wood signs, or hop…

1801 Sherman St (Wausau)

“Need a creative reset between errands? Clay Corner Studio LLC lets you paint-your-own pottery, tackle a canvas, design wood signs, or hop on the wheel to throw something gloriously wobbly. Walk in, sip from the coffee bar, and pick up your fired piece in six days.”

From the Wausau newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Jim Laabs Music Store

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retailer, featuring upright and grand pianos, plus violins and other orchestral instruments.

1045 Main St (Stevens Point)

“Retailer, featuring upright and grand pianos, plus violins and other orchestral instruments.”

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Heid Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Family-owned store selling guitars and pianos along with lessons and rentals for other instruments.

3201 Main St (Stevens Point)

“Family-owned store selling guitars and pianos along with lessons and rentals for other instruments.”

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Gepetto's Workshop

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Established in 1981, this old-fashioned shop carries classic toys, puzzles, and musical instruments.

1121 Main St (Stevens Point)

“Established in 1981, this old-fashioned shop carries classic toys, puzzles, and musical instruments.”

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Janke Book Store

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Long-standing bookseller with a selection of art supplies, toys and gifts.

505 N 3rd Street (Wausau)

“Long-standing bookseller with a selection of art supplies, toys and gifts.”

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Wisconsin Wool Exchange

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Small spot packed with locally sourced yarns as well as skeins and supplies for knitting and crochet.

1009 1st St (Stevens Point)

“Small spot packed with locally sourced yarns as well as skeins and supplies for knitting and crochet.”

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Bound to Happen Books

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Cozy indie bookshop offering used and new titles for kids and adults, plus a selection of gifts.

1008 Main St (Stevens Point)

“Cozy indie bookshop offering used and new titles for kids and adults, plus a selection of gifts.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

226507 Rib Mountain Dr Wausau Center, 3707 Rib Mountain Dr (Wausau)

“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.

5657 US-10 (Stevens Point)

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

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

226727 Rib Mountain Dr (Wausau)

“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).

1210 Commons Cir, Crossroads Dr (Plover)

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

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Harts N Scraps

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Store with a rotating inventory of scrapbooking and paper-crafting products, plus classes.

10101 Market St Ste D10 (Rothschild)

“Store with a rotating inventory of scrapbooking and paper-crafting products, plus classes.”

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