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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 3 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 3 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 5 PM |
About Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games
Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games is a card shop located in Ottumwa, Iowa. Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games in Ottumwa describes itself as southeast Iowa's oldest game shop, and it carries comics along with Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, Dungeons & Dragons and Warhammer. The store has gaming tables for play. Google reviewers most often mention its comics and back-issue selection, helpful staff and fair deals. Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.6 stars from 69 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for Pokémon singles, Magic: The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh, sealed hobby and TCG boxes, local card shops like Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games in Ottumwa are the heart of the Iowa hobby community. Call ahead to confirm hours and current inventory before visiting Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games in Ottumwa.
Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games at a glance
- Open 5 days a week · Open Saturdays (11 AM to 9 PM) · Open Sundays (12 to 5 PM).
- The nearest other card shop is Empire Cards in Ottumwa, under 0.1 mi away.
- Carries: Trading cards.
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Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games reviews
Is Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games well reviewed?
Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games has a 4.6-star average from 69 Google reviews. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games
Where is Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games located?
Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games is located in Ottumwa, Iowa at 312 E Main St, Ottumwa, IA 52501.
What should I expect at Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games?
Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games is a local card shop in Ottumwa, Iowa. Expect a rotating inventory of singles, sealed wax, and graded cards, plus the kind of knowledgeable, personal service the hobby community relies on.
When is Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games open?
Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games's listed hours are: Monday Closed; Tuesday Closed; Wednesday 3 to 9 PM; Thursday 3 to 9 PM; Friday 12 to 9 PM; Saturday 11 AM to 9 PM; Sunday 12 to 5 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games?
The closest are Empire Cards in Ottumwa (under 0.1 mi), Home Plate Sports Cards in Oskaloosa (22 mi), The Collectors Store in Fairfield (23 mi).
Card Shops near Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games
The closest other card shops to Spud's Emporium of Comics & Games, by distance:
Empire Cards
Home Plate Sports Cards
The Collectors Store
Connelly's Trading Cards
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