Overview
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The National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York, is the first state-of-the-art museum dedicated to telling the vital story of comedy in America. As a nonprofit cultural institution, the museum celebrates comedy’s great minds and unique voices, from Charlie Chaplin to Dave Chappelle. Exclusive collections and world-class exhibits give comedy fans an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at the time-honed creative processes that have elevated entertainment to an art.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vouchers are redeemable from up to 6 months of purchase (does not apply to during Lucy Comedy Fest)
What To Expect
National Comedy Center
Head inside and enjoy the museum's immersive exhibits and experiences to learn how the nation's comedy developed, from vaudeville to viral memes. Stand in the shoes of pros, try stand-up, chart comic greats, and more; and upgrade to include admission to the nearby Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum.
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Lucy Desi Museum Upgrade
Admission to National Comedy Center and Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum
National Comedy Center
Admission to National Comedy Center
What‘s Included
Admission to Atttraction(s)
Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Guide
Meeting points
National Comedy Center
203 W 2nd St Jamestown United States
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
154 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
BETTER THAN ANTICIPATED
X9962BErichs,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Better than anticipated. Highly recommended. We visited on April 30th. Purchased the ticket as part of a package with the Lucy-Desi museum. You can spend an entire day here if not longer. The amount of subject matter is fabulous. Shout out to one of the employees, Tony. Tony is a whirlwind of knowledge and is able to explain a lot of different parts of the museum. THIS IS A MUST SEE!
Comedy
Ann K,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun, informational, interesting, nostalgic and fun!!! I would totally go back again!! Maybe we'll check out the Lucille Ball museum next time!!
Great comedy museum for all ages!
I703XQfredericks,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This Is a great attraction at Jamestown. Explores the history of Comedy. The crowd is small. The staff is kind. The admission fee is free. It's great to stay until 2:00. Has such great atmosphere. Best for everyone.
Trip down Hilarity Lane
Douglas P,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ability to linger on person or topic and drill down. Solid mix of film, video, historic objects and sound.
Must visit
LibLady56,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The was a great addition to after visiting the Lucy's Museum. It also is very well done and interactive. They will even send photos to you and response from your questions to your email. I did have problems with my bracelet, but they worked to fix it too.
A wonderful experience!
102lanef,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interactive and informative about the history of comedy. Very clean and people were very friendly. It was a great flow and can spend the whole day there.
True Joy to Visit
adampaulsmith,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The National Comedy Center was a true joy to visit. It was so much fun to explore all the comedy history and watch clips of so many different types of comedy. If you enjoy comedy at all (and who doesn't?!) then you'll have a great time at the National Comedy Center. We spent 6 hours there and easily could have spent more -- so give yourself plenty of time!
Great Museum — Highly Recommended!
tbendis,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic museum — very well done! There are a ton of exhibits to see, watch, and interact with. If you like comedy, you'll enjoy spending time here.
It’s a must for anyone who enjoys comedy
RochesterTacky,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This place was a blast! If you are a fan of comedy, this is a must see. We spent almost 4 hours there and will probably have to go back to see the rest. If you are coming from out of town and spending the night, check with your hotel. They may have discount coupons or packages for the museum.
Sublime experience!
62HTS,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The National Comedy Museum is worth a trip, wherever you come from! It is relevant, interactive, and incredibly engaging! We loved the Johnny Carson: the immersive experience was worth the price of admission. There are numerous interactive exhibits and knowledgeable staff throughout the place. They even have someone who comes around to get your drink - yes, a real drink, like wine, etc.
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