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, September 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.”

From the Eau Claire newsletter, September 10, 2026

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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

Whether you're eyeing a new acoustic or electric this week, hunting pre-owned gems, or finally booking those lessons, Morgan Music has you…

2405 E Clairemont Ave

“Whether you're eyeing a new acoustic or electric this week, hunting pre-owned gems, or finally booking those lessons, Morgan Music has you covered. They stock guitars, keyboards, drums, and basses, plus do repairs, so you can spend less time troubleshooting and more time making Eau Claire a little louder.”

From the Eau Claire newsletter, September 16, 2026

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