Prairie Archives

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Address522 E Adams St

CitySpringfield, IL

ZIP62701

Phone(217) 522-9742

Websiteprairiearchives.com

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Hours

Monday	10 AM to 5 PM
Tuesday	10 AM to 5 PM
Wednesday	10 AM to 5 PM
Thursday	10 AM to 5 PM
Friday	10 AM to 5 PM
Saturday	10 AM to 5 PM
Sunday	Closed

About Prairie Archives

Prairie Archives is a comic book store located in Springfield, Illinois. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. Prairie Archives is a used and rare bookstore in downtown Springfield with a comic book section that Google reviewers bring up often. Its overall selection is the trait reviewers mention most, along with history and historical books, friendly staff, vinyl records and a shop dog. Prairie Archives is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.8 stars from 211 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for manga, the latest Wednesday releases, back issues, local comic shops like Prairie Archives in Springfield are the heart of the Illinois collecting community. Visit Prairie Archives online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.

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Prairie Archives at a glance

Ranked #1 of 3 rated comic book stores in Springfield by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
Open 6 days a week · Open Saturdays (10 AM to 5 PM) · Closed Sundays.
The nearest other comic book store is ComicWerx Collectibles, LLC in Springfield, 1.8 mi away.
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Prairie Archives reviews

Is Prairie Archives well reviewed?

Prairie Archives has a 4.8-star average from 211 Google reviews. That ranks #1 of 3 rated comic book stores in Springfield once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 3 rated comic book stores in Springfield is 4.5 stars, so Prairie Archives is above the local average.

Frequently asked questions about Prairie Archives

Where is Prairie Archives located?

Prairie Archives is located in Springfield, Illinois at 522 E Adams St.

Does Prairie Archives sell back issues?

Yes, Prairie Archives 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 Prairie Archives?

Prairie Archives is a local comic book store in Springfield, 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 Prairie Archives open?

Prairie Archives's listed hours are: Monday 10 AM to 5 PM; Tuesday 10 AM to 5 PM; Wednesday 10 AM to 5 PM; Thursday 10 AM to 5 PM; Friday 10 AM to 5 PM; Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM; Sunday Closed. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.

What other comic book stores are near Prairie Archives?

The closest are ComicWerx Collectibles, LLC in Springfield (1.8 mi), Springfield Comics in Springfield (2.0 mi), 217 Comics Cards & Games in Springfield (3.2 mi).

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