National Comedy Center Admission

Overview

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.

City: Jamestown

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $28.50

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Sat 21 Sep

Starting at $28.50

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What's Included

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Jamestown
203 W 2nd St

Voucher is valid for the date purchased.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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)
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
View all our COVID-19 safety measures for a "worry-free" experience at ComedyCenter.org/LaughSafe

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Linda J

Apr 2021

First let me recognize what the Center did in regard to health and safety and customer care. With the amount of people and flow of the museum I never felt crowded (or rushed). Providing the stylist and gloves so that the exhibits can still be interactive is brilliant. The staff were extremely helpful, courteous, friendly and seemed to be enjoying themselves as well -- from the check-in to orientation to those on the floor. The museum itself is amazing. A great use of AI and engagement. So modern, and I did not run into one bug or misstep. Everything worked and met my needs. A great balance of written information, audiovisual and interactive. Great job from design to execution. Allow lots of time. This is a full-day visit. The museum has a lot to offer. You can leave and come back. There are plenty opportunities to sit, so don't worry about getting tired of standing for long periods.

gefilte63

Apr 2021

We LOVED this place!!! My wife and I took a getaway weekend just before the November elections and this was exactly what we needed. We were not sure what to expect but this place really wowed us. Full use of technology personalizes the experience. The visit is self-directed so you can linger in a certain area or skip ahead if you'd like. Be sure not to miss the adults only exhibition downstairs (if you are not offended). Would totally recommend this place--and have already. Be sure to leave several hours for your visit.

Chip D

Mar 2021

The Center is a big step forward for little Jamestown and an impressive effort. The exhibits are all interactive and link you to a central computer which helps select your choices and interests among the hundreds of comedians featured. Because of COVID, occupancy is limited to 25% of design capacity. I can’t imagine being there on a 100% capacity day. We were signed in, temperature taken, stylus issued, photo taken and interests logged into the main frame computer. Access to each exhibit was limited to a single family and even at 25% capacity, we had some waiting. The Center recommends you take three hours for your visit, We took two but I could imagine a true comedy buff taking the entire day. There is no particular route through the museum, so you can find yourself wandering. Most exhibits run continuously and I found it difficult to know when the program for that space ended or if it was being transitioned to a new segment. Staff on entry were very helpful and friendly, but I didn’t find any staff within the exhibit spaces. There is a gift shop at the end of the route, but we were surprised that there was no coffee shop or cafe. After even two hours, we were ready to sit and have a cup of coffee. Finally, Jamestown is Lucille Ball’s home town, but there was barely mention of Lucy in the Comedy Center. The reason may be because there is a Lucy Museum one street over from the Comedy Center. I understand that both museums are the brainchild of the same person and that for an additional fee you can buy a master ticket to both museums. The dual admission is not much more than a single, but it was not at all clear that Lucy and Desi would have no presence in the Comedy Center. I fully expect that as COVID is controlled and the Center gains experience, things will feel like they are running smoothly. But, if you are a comedy fan, don’t wait. Go now!