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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM to 6 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM to 6 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 5 PM |
About Trade-A-Tape Comic Center
Trade-A-Tape Comic Center is a comic book store located in Lincoln, Nebraska. Collectors visiting this location can find new weekly comic releases every Wednesday, an extensive back issue collection. Trade-A-Tape Comic Center has been part of downtown Lincoln since 1975, with new comics and graphic novels arriving each Wednesday. Its back-issue stock tops 500,000 older comics. Google reviewers most often mention its personable staff and old comics, and some praise how clean and kid-friendly it is. Trade-A-Tape Comic Center is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.8 stars from 235 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for the latest Wednesday releases, back issues, CGC-graded slabs, local comic shops like Trade-A-Tape Comic Center in Lincoln are the heart of the Nebraska collecting community. Visit Trade-A-Tape Comic Center online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Trade-A-Tape Comic Center at a glance
- Ranked #1 of 3 rated comic book stores in Lincoln by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- Open 6 days a week · Open Saturdays (10:30 AM to 5:30 PM) · Open Sundays (12 to 5 PM).
- The nearest other comic book store is Mad Viking Comics in Lincoln, 0.6 mi away.
- Find Trade-A-Tape Comic Center on Facebook.
Trade-A-Tape Comic Center reviews
Is Trade-A-Tape Comic Center well reviewed?
Trade-A-Tape Comic Center has a 4.8-star average from 235 Google reviews. That ranks #1 of 3 rated comic book stores in Lincoln once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 3 rated comic book stores in Lincoln is 4.2 stars, so Trade-A-Tape Comic Center is above the local average.
Frequently asked questions about Trade-A-Tape Comic Center
Where is Trade-A-Tape Comic Center located?
Trade-A-Tape Comic Center is located in Lincoln, Nebraska at 145 S 9th St.
Does Trade-A-Tape Comic Center sell back issues?
Yes, Trade-A-Tape Comic Center 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 Trade-A-Tape Comic Center?
Trade-A-Tape Comic Center is a local comic book store in Lincoln, Nebraska. 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 Trade-A-Tape Comic Center open?
Trade-A-Tape Comic Center's listed hours are: Monday Closed; Tuesday 10:30 AM to 6 PM; Wednesday 10 AM to 7 PM; Thursday 10:30 AM to 6 PM; Friday 10:30 AM to 6 PM; Saturday 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Sunday 12 to 5 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other comic book stores are near Trade-A-Tape Comic Center?
The closest are Mad Viking Comics in Lincoln (0.6 mi), New Worlds Comics in Lincoln (1.6 mi), EntertainMART in Lincoln (3.8 mi).
Comic Book Stores near Trade-A-Tape Comic Center
The closest other comic book stores to Trade-A-Tape Comic Center, by distance:
Mad Viking Comics
New Worlds Comics
EntertainMART
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