Retro Toys, Pokémon & Collectibles Near Philadelphia

Some things just don't go out of style — they go underground for a while, build up a devoted following, and come back stronger than ever. That's the story of retro toys, Pokémon cards, and the whole universe of collectibles that defined the 1980s and 1990s. And it's the story of Time Lapse, the independent vintage shop at 689 Haddon Avenue in Collingswood, NJ, where that universe lives on every single day.

We're just minutes from Philadelphia, and we've become a go-to destination for collectors, nostalgia hunters, and curious browsers who want something more interesting than what the internet algorithm serves up. Our inventory rotates constantly as new pieces arrive from estate sales, private collections, and passionate sellers across the region — which means every visit is genuinely different from the last.

The Fun of the Hunt

Part of what makes Time Lapse special is that you never quite know what you'll find. We carry a wide-ranging and ever-changing mix of Pokémon cards, vintage toys and action figures, retro video games, vinyl records, VHS tapes, role-playing game books and accessories, out-of-print books and comics, vintage clothing, and pop-culture collectibles from the '80s, '90s, and beyond. We can't promise any specific item will be on the shelf when you arrive — but we can promise the shelves will be worth looking at.

That unpredictability is exactly what keeps collectors coming back. The piece you've been hunting for might be here today. There's only one way to find out.

For Collectors of All Kinds

Whether you're a seasoned collector who knows exactly what you're after or a first-timer who just knows they love this era of pop culture, Time Lapse is a comfortable, welcoming place to browse. Our staff genuinely knows the inventory and loves talking about it — ask us what came in recently, what we've been seeing a lot of, or what to keep an eye out for. We're happy to help.

Families are always welcome too. There's something here for almost every age, and watching a kid discover a toy their parent grew up with is one of our favorite things about this job.

Sell or Trade Your Collection

If you've got retro toys, Pokémon cards, games, records, or collectibles of your own that are ready for a new home, we'd love to talk. We buy and trade regularly, and the process is friendly and straightforward. Visit our selling and trading page to learn how it works before you come in.

Find Us in Collingswood

Time Lapse is at 689 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood, NJ 08108, easily reachable from Philadelphia via the PATCO Speedline or by car from anywhere across South Jersey and the Philadelphia suburbs. Check our hours page before you head out, and come ready to dig. The good stuff is always in there somewhere.