The best book, hobby & craft shops in Charleston

6 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 · 6 places · showing the latest additions first

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, August 4, 2026

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The Pied Piper Of Charleston Inc

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Guitar shop offering a variety of instruments plus a selection of accessories.

301 RHL Blvd

“Guitar shop offering a variety of instruments plus a selection of accessories.”

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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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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

10 Mall Rd Huntington, E Mall Rd (Barboursville)

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

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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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