Time Machine Records Expands in Topeka NOTO District
The local music shop moved to a new storefront in 2025 to accommodate its growing collection of records and media.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Time Machine Records, which first opened in Topeka on September 1, 2012, completed a move to the NOTO Arts and Entertainment District in 2025. The business relocated to 819 N. Kansas Ave. after outgrowing its original space at 1501 SW 21st St.
Why it matters
The relocation allows the business to scale its operations and continue managing its inventory of used records, CDs, and collectibles. The move marks a transition into a larger space following over a decade of operation in its previous facility.
The store operated at its original site for 14 years before moving to its current location. Customers can expect to find a range of items, with new vinyl records starting at a $30 price point.
The players
Time Machine Records
This is a Topeka-based retail store specializing in the sale of used records, CDs, and various collectibles.
The details
Owners of Time Machine Records travel across state lines to acquire new record collections to stock the shop. The business maintains a weekly schedule, operating Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Timeline
September 1, 2012: Time Machine Records opened.
2025: The business moved to the NOTO location.
October 2026: A resident visited the store for the first time.
Market Landscape
The store's expansion follows the broader documented trend of sustained consumer demand for physical media and used vinyl. By positioning itself in the NOTO Arts and Entertainment District, the business aligns with local efforts to centralize specialized retail.
Shoppers looking for collectible music and used records can now find the store at its new North Kansas Avenue location in the NOTO district. The business continues to serve customers with consistent weekly hours throughout the year.
The takeaway
Collectors can find a rotating selection of older records that drive the store's primary profitability. Visiting during weekday afternoon hours or weekends provides the most consistent access to the shop's inventory.
Further reading
Learn more about local business changes in Topeka Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Topeka Capital-Journal.
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