The best book, hobby & craft shops in Eau Claire

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Eckroth Music - Eau Claire

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

From first-day band kids to weekend warriors, Eckroth Music - Eau Claire hooks you up with instrument rentals, repairs, maintenance plans,…

2409 E Clairemont Ave

“From first-day band kids to weekend warriors, Eckroth Music - Eau Claire hooks you up with instrument rentals, repairs, maintenance plans, and the good stuff like method books plus woodwind, brass, and orchestra accessories. If your gear needs a glow-up, you can even handle upgrades and repair requests online.”

From the Eau Claire newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Offbeats Violin & Guitar Studio

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Offbeats Violin & Guitar Studio keeps Eau Claire sounding good with fine repair and restoration, a thoughtful selection of new, used, and…

307 S Farwell St

“Offbeats Violin & Guitar Studio keeps Eau Claire sounding good with fine repair and restoration, a thoughtful selection of new, used, and vintage violins, guitars, violas, cellos, and basses, plus lessons in violin, fiddle, viola, cello, voice, and guitar.”

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Schmitt Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain music store focusing on woodwind, brass, string & percussion instruments & accessories.

Schmitt Music, 919 S Hastings Way

“Chain music store focusing on woodwind, brass, string & percussion instruments & accessories.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

White Oaks Commons II, 4154 Commonwealth Ave

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

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Morgan Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Friendly shop selling guitars for pros and beginners alongside amps, basses and effects.

2405 E Clairemont Ave

“Friendly shop selling guitars for pros and beginners alongside amps, basses and effects.”

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