October 2022
Oscar Laughs! Kick Off Event
Join Red Skelton Museum Curator, Mark Kratzner and director, Anne Pratt as they preview the ten upcoming films in the Oscar Laughs! Film Series
Find out more »November 2022
Oscar Laughs! – “Ninotchka”
Join Red Skelton Museum Curator, Mark Kratzner and director, Anne Pratt as they present the first movie in the Oscar Laughs! series, “Ninotchka.”
Find out more »December 2022
Oscar Laughs! – “The Egg and I”
Join Red Skelton Museum Curator, Mark Kratzner and director, Anne Pratt as they present the second movie in the Oscar Laughs! series, “The Egg And I.”
Find out more »January 2023
Clown of God
The Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy explores Red Skelton’s relationship with his faith this month in a special “Clown of God” exhibit...
Find out more »Oscar Laughs! – “Roman Holiday”
Join Red Skelton Museum Curator, Mark Kratzner and director, Anne Pratt as they present the third movie in the Oscar Laughs! series, “Roman Holiday.”
Find out more »February 2023
Red Skelton’s Ground Breaking Black Entertainers
The Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy will present the history of black entertainment by way of Red Skelton's stage, movie, and television career. Red Skelton has appeared with many groundbreaking black entertainers from his early-stage years to his television show. These include...
Find out more »Oscar Laughs! – “The Apartment”
Join Red Skelton Museum Curator, Mark Kratzner and director, Anne Pratt as they present the fourth movie in the Oscar Laughs! series, “The Apartment.”
Find out more »March 2023
Groundbreaking Black Citizens in Knox County
The Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy is hosting a special program on Free Summers Sunday featuring notable black Knox County citizens from both the past and the present.
Find out more »Groundbreaking Black Citizens in Knox County
A special program at the Red Skelton Museum will recognize notable black citizens from Knox County, both past and present from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. March 5. The museum will be open from 12 to 5 p.m. so that those attending can also enjoy the Black Hoosiers Exhibit. The Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy (RSM) invites visitors to explore the stories of Black Hoosiers who broke ground for their community and paved a path for future generations while…
Find out more »Oscar Laughs! – “The Sunshine Boys”
Join Red Skelton Museum Curator, Mark Kratzner and director, Anne Pratt as they present the fifth movie in the Oscar Laughs! series, “The Sunshine Boys.”
Find out more »April 2023
Oscar Laughs! – “Victor/Victoria”
Join Red Skelton Museum Curator, Mark Kratzner and director, Anne Pratt as they present the sixth movie in the Oscar Laughs! series, “Victor/Victoria.”
Find out more »May 2023
Oscar Laughs! – “As Good As It Gets”
Join Red Skelton Museum Curator, Mark Kratzner and director, Anne Pratt as they present the seventh movie in the Oscar Laughs! series, “As Good As It Gets.”
Find out more »June 2023
Mid America Clown-o-Rama
Mid America Clown o Rama, presented by Hadi Funsters and Red Skelton Festival, will start the afternoon of June 9th with classes and activities. Clown-o-Rama plans makeup tutorials Saturday, followed by the Red Skelton Parade, then follies. An optional dinner and show is scheduled Saturday for an extra fee, and the Clown - o - Rama wraps up Sunday morning. The $50 registration includes a t-shirt, lunch on Saturday, snacks and soft beverages. Register online at https://www.hadifunsters.com/store/p252/ClownORama.html; by printing out…
Find out more »Red Skelton Festival and Parade
The Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy will host the 18th annual Red Skelton Festival and Parade June 10-11.
Find out more »Oscar Laughs! – “Sideways”
Join Red Skelton Museum Curator, Mark Kratzner and director, Anne Pratt as they present the eighth movie in the Oscar Laughs! series, “Sideways.”
Find out more »July 2023
Oscar Laughs! – “Midnight in Paris”
Join Red Skelton Museum Curator, Mark Kratzner and director, Anne Pratt as they present the ninth movie in the Oscar Laughs! series, “Midnight in Paris.”
Find out more »August 2023
Oscar Laughs! – “Jojo Rabbit”
Join Red Skelton Museum Curator, Mark Kratzner and director, Anne Pratt as they present the tenth and final movie in the Oscar Laughs! series, “Jojo Rabbit.”
Find out more »September 2023
October 2023
Ha-Ha Film Comedy Duos
The Duo: Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy A double feature! "Laurel and Hardy Classic Short" (1932) "Sons of the Desert" (1933)
Find out more »November 2023
“Gift of Giving” Exhibit
The "Gift of Giving" Exhibit features Red's generous giving spirit, his love of Christmas and artifacts donated to the museum by generous donors.
Find out more »Ha-Ha Film Comedy Duos
The Red Skelton Museum would like to invite you to join us for a FREE movie series. There is limited seating, so be sure to arrive early! This month's movie is "After the Thin Man" starring William Powell and Myrna Loy. "Private detective Nick Charles (William Powell) and his wealthy wife Nora (Myrna Loy) are back home at last and hoping for a quiet New Year when there is a murder. The obvious suspect is his wife, Nora's cousin, Selma."
Find out more »December 2023
Ha-Ha Film Comedy Duos
Duo: Bob Home & Bing Crosby Film: "Road to Utopia" (1945)
Find out more »January 2024
Ha-Ha Film Comedy Duos
Duo: Bud Abbott & Lou Costello Film: "Naughty Nineties" (1945)
Find out more »February 2024
The Lunacy of Red Skelton
Red Skelton's avid curiosity led him into the realm of space travel. He was very interested in the missions to the moon, especially during the 1960's. The Red Skelton Museum is pleased to showcase nearly a dozen mission photos signed by the astronauts. All have personal messages to Red!
Find out more »Ha-Ha Film Comedy Duos
Duo: Marjorie Main & Percy Kilbride Film: "Ma and Pa Kettle at the Fair" (1952)
Find out more »March 2024
Ha-Ha Film Comedy Duos
Duo: Spencer Tracy & Katherine Hepburn Film: "Pat and Mike" (1952)
Find out more »April 2024
The Lunacy of Red Skelton
Red Skelton's avid curiosity led him into the realm of space travel. He was very interested in the missions to the moon, especially during the 1960's. The Red Skelton Museum is pleased to showcase nearly a dozen mission photos signed by the astronauts. All have personal messages to Red!
Find out more »Ha-Ha Film Comedy Duos
Duo: Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Film: "Pardners" (1956)
Find out more »May 2024
Ha-Ha Film Comedy Duos
Duo: Walter Mattthau and Jack Lemmon Film: "The Odd Couple" (1968)
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Ha-Ha Film Comedy Duos
Duo: John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd Film: "The Blues Brothers" (1980)
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Ha-Ha Film Comedy Duos
Duo: Gene Wilder & Richard Pryor Film: "Stir Crazy" (1980)
Find out more »August 2024
Ha-Ha Film Comedy Duos
Duo: Mira Sorvino & Lisa Kudrow Film: "Romy and Michele's High School Reunion" (1997)
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May 2025
We Dood It, Again
Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the end of WWII with Red Information/Details When/Where This will be an ongoing special exhibit from May 6th - August 18th The exhibit will be displayed at The Red Skelton Museum (see address below) What The exhibit will begin with VE Day (Victory Europe) and end displaying VJ Day (Victory Japan). Displays will include Red supporting troops with photos of War Bond rallies, camp visits, and his motivational phrase "I Dood It" The exhibit will…
Find out more »March 2026
Laff-Vin Comedy Film Series
MARCH 10 movie - Driving Miss Daisy
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Laff-Vin Comedy Film Series
APRIL 7 movie - Harvey
Find out more »Hometown Humor Takeover
The Hometown Humor TakeoverApril 12-15, 2026Building Resilience at Work and at HomeAll events are FREE and open to the publicNo registration neededFour Nationally recognized speakers will travel to Vincennes to not only entertain, but improve your health and wellness through humor!
Find out more »Hometown Humor Takeover
The Hometown Humor TakeoverApril 12-15, 2026Building Resilience at Work and at HomeAll events are FREE and open to the publicNo registration neededFour Nationally recognized speakers will travel to Vincennes to not only entertain, but improve your health and wellness through humor!
Find out more »Hometown Humor Takeover
The Hometown Humor TakeoverApril 12-15, 2026Building Resilience at Work and at HomeAll events are FREE and open to the publicNo registration neededFour Nationally recognized speakers will travel to Vincennes to not only entertain, but improve your health and wellness through humor!
Find out more »Hometown Humor Takeover
The Hometown Humor TakeoverApril 12-15, 2026Building Resilience at Work and at HomeAll events are FREE and open to the publicNo registration neededFour Nationally recognized speakers will travel to Vincennes to not only entertain, but improve your health and wellness through humor!
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