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| Monday | 12 to 6 PM |
| Tuesday | 12 to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 6 PM |
About Heroines and Heroes
Heroines and Heroes is a comic book and gaming store located in Evanston, Illinois. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection, tabletop gaming, trading cards, and hobby supplies. Heroines and Heroes in Evanston sells comic books and graphic novels alongside tabletop board games, hobby supplies, books and original artwork by local artists. Google reviewers most often mention its comics, board games and welcoming staff, and some also note older back issues, manga and its gaming tables. Heroines and Heroes is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.9 stars from 96 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for back issues, CGC-graded slabs, creator signings, local comic shops like Heroines and Heroes in Evanston are the heart of the Illinois collecting community. Visit Heroines and Heroes online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Heroines and Heroes at a glance
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (10 AM to 8 PM) · Open Sundays (12 to 6 PM).
- The nearest other comic book store is Watcher Comix in Evanston, 1.7 mi away.
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Heroines and Heroes reviews
Is Heroines and Heroes well reviewed?
Heroines and Heroes has a 4.9-star average from 96 Google reviews. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about Heroines and Heroes
Where is Heroines and Heroes located?
Heroines and Heroes is located in Evanston, Illinois at 2026 Central St.
Does Heroines and Heroes sell back issues?
Yes, Heroines and Heroes maintains a back issue inventory. Visit or call to ask about specific issues, runs, or keys you're looking for.
What should I expect at Heroines and Heroes?
Heroines and Heroes is a local comic book store in Evanston, Illinois. Expect new releases, back issues, graphic novels, and a knowledgeable staff who can help you discover new titles or track down specific issues.
When is Heroines and Heroes open?
Heroines and Heroes's listed hours are: Monday 12 to 6 PM; Tuesday 12 to 6 PM; Wednesday 11 AM to 8 PM; Thursday 11 AM to 8 PM; Friday 11 AM to 8 PM; Saturday 10 AM to 8 PM; Sunday 12 to 6 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near Heroines and Heroes?
The closest are Watcher Comix in Evanston (1.7 mi), Aw Yeah Comics in Skokie (3.8 mi), Third Coast Comics in Chicago (4.9 mi).
Comic Book Stores near Heroines and Heroes
The closest other comic book stores to Heroines and Heroes, by distance:
Watcher Comix
Aw Yeah Comics
Third Coast Comics
Zombie Unicorn Comics
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