The best book, hobby & craft shops in Charleston

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Elk City Records

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether you’re hunting a holy-grail pressing, replacing a favorite you wore out, or just browsing for a surprise, Elk City Records has…

601 Maryland Ave

“Whether you’re hunting a holy-grail pressing, replacing a favorite you wore out, or just browsing for a surprise, Elk City Records has neatly organized bins packed with new, used, and rare vinyl plus even shellac. Treat yourself to an hour of crate-digging bliss this week.”

From the Charleston newsletter, September 4, 2026

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The Pied Piper Of Charleston Inc

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

If your strings are dead, your mix is muddy, or you just want a new toy, The Pied Piper Of Charleston Inc has walls of guitars, drums,…

301 RHL Blvd

“If your strings are dead, your mix is muddy, or you just want a new toy, The Pied Piper Of Charleston Inc has walls of guitars, drums, keys, and pro audio plus expert setups and repairs from a family-run crew that’s been dialing in tone since 1967.”

From the Charleston 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.

2600 Mountaineer Blvd

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

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Sullivan's Records

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Need a midweek mood lift? Sullivan's Records is stacked with fresh arrivals and Indie Exclusive pressings across every genre, from Mountain…

613 Lee St E

“Need a midweek mood lift? Sullivan's Records is stacked with fresh arrivals and Indie Exclusive pressings across every genre, from Mountain Stage favorites to new drops like The Mountain Goats’ Days and Wyatt Flores’ Scared of Heights... flip through, find your new repeat, thank us later.”

From the Charleston newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

214 RHL Blvd (South Charleston)

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

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Folklore Music Exchange

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Laid-back spot selling new and used guitars and instruments, plus accessories and apparel.

191 Summers St

“Laid-back spot selling new and used guitars and instruments, plus accessories and apparel.”

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Gorby's Music, Inc.

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

From accordions and bagpipes to acoustic and electric guitars, amps, drums, woodwinds, and a wide range of sheet music, Gorby's Music, Inc.…

214 7th Ave (South Charleston)

“From accordions and bagpipes to acoustic and electric guitars, amps, drums, woodwinds, and a wide range of sheet music, Gorby's Music, Inc. is the local spot for new and used gear plus music lessons. Perfect for kickstarting a basement band, restocking reeds and rosin, or getting marching-band ready.”

From the Charleston newsletter, August 29, 2026

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