Plainview Klowndoll Museum

Visited on: Thursday, July 11, 2024
Cost: Free
A display of Klowndolls and figurines is arranged on a hexagonal white platform, featuring a large "Plainview Klown Band" drum and various colorful clown costumes, evoking the charm of a Klowndoll Museum in a museum-like setting.

The Plainview Klown Doll Museum is a quirky and unique attraction offering a whimsical journey into the world of clown dolls. Nestled in the heart of Plainview, Nebraska, this one-of-a-kind museum boasts an impressive collection of over 8,000 clown dolls worldwide, each with its personality and charm. From vintage porcelain clowns to modern and colorful creations, the museum captures these iconic figures’ playful, sometimes eerie allure. 

Welcome to the Klowndoll Museum, a room filled with colorful clown-themed collectibles, featuring a carousel, stuffed clowns, and various decorations. Clowns are displayed on shelves and the floor, with a decorated Christmas tree in the background. Located in Plainview, it's a whimsical treasure trove.
Two Klowndoll clowns dressed in yellow and brown outfits with hats sit side by side on a shelf at the Plainview Museum. They have painted red noses and smiles, surrounded by various other knickknacks and figurines.

Visitors can expect a delightful mix of nostalgia, art, and a dash of the bizarre as they explore the vibrant displays, making it a must-see destination for doll collectors, art enthusiasts, or anyone seeking an offbeat adventure. Whether you’re a fan of clowns or just curious, the Plainview Klown Doll Museum promises an experience that’s as unique and unforgettable as its colorful inhabitants.

A clown figurine with red hair, a green overall, and a yellow polka-dotted shirt sits on a shelf at the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview, surrounded by other clown-themed items including a mug and a bell.
A room with shelves filled with various clown figurines, toys, and decorations, including a small Christmas tree adorned with clown ornaments and framed clown pictures on the wall; it feels like a miniature Plainview Klowndoll Museum.
A colorful ceramic clown figurine with a round red nose, wearing a yellow top, green polka dot shorts, and orange pants pulled down to its knees, is placed next to a framed piece of artwork in the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview.
A shelf in the Plainview Museum showcases several Klowndoll figures of varying sizes, including a large blue-clad clown doll with red hair in the center, surrounded by smaller clown dolls and figurines.

Museum also has five Red Skelton paintings of clowns. 

A room in the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview features framed caricature portraits on a stone wall, shelves with dolls and various items, and a door reflecting part of the room.

Red Skelton was a beloved American comedian, actor, and entertainer known for his timeless humor and unforgettable characters. Rising to fame in the 1930s and 1940s, Skelton captivated audiences with his physical comedy, impeccable timing, and the endearing personalities he brought to life, such as the lovable tramp Freddy the Freeloader and the bumbling Sheriff Deadeye. His talent shined on radio, television, and film, but he is best remembered for “The Red Skelton Show,” which ran for two decades and became a staple of American comedy. Beyond his comedic genius, Skelton was also a skilled artist and writer, often using his work to spread joy and laughter, embodying his belief that laughter is the best medicine.

And now, more clowns than you’ve ever seen!

The Klowndoll Museum in Plainview boasts a room filled with shelves displaying numerous colorful clown dolls and figurines, each in various poses and attire. Some clowns hang from the shelves, and labels are placed in front of several items.
The Klowndoll Museum in Plainview features a room with shelves displaying various clown figurines and dolls, a glass display case, an American flag, and framed clown art on the wall.
Three clown dolls sit on a shelf. The middle one, resembling a piece from the Klowndoll Museum, has a porcelain face, blue hat, and somber expression. The others have round, fabric faces and vibrant multi-colored clothing. This eclectic collection could easily belong in Plainview's quirky antique shops.
A white shelf in the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview is filled with various dolls and clown figurines arranged in multiple rows, situated in a room with other shelves and display items in the background.
A striped clown doll with a red, white, and blue outfit and a ruffled collar is displayed on a pegboard shelf at the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview. Other clown figures and toys are visible around it.
A wooden shelf at the Klowndoll Museum displays various clown figurines and collectibles, with signs reading "Clown Collector" and "I Brake for Clowns." Additional clown items are on adjacent shelves and in a glass cabinet, offering a colorful glimpse into Plainview's fascination with clowns.
Man wearing a red clown nose and a baseball cap, kneeling in front of a carousel display surrounded by colorful clown figurines in the cluttered room of the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview.
Shelves filled with a variety of colorful clown figurines, arranged in a display at the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview, showcasing different sizes, poses, and designs.
At the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview, a painted clown mask with yellow hair is displayed on a white shelf. Behind it, framed paintings of various clowns are visible.
A display at the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview features various clown dolls in different sizes and vibrant costumes, arranged on multiple shelves in a room.
A shelf at the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview displays clown figurines and two framed clown pictures. The figurines, dressed in various costumes and poses, create a whimsical scene. Below the shelf, a hanging ornament completes the playful display.
A collection of clown-themed memorabilia displayed on shelves, including figurines, plates, masks, and toys in a well-lit room reminiscent of the charming Plainview Museum.
A shelf and wall display at the Klowndoll Museum featuring various clown-themed items, including dolls, figurines, and paintings, all arranged in a cluttered manner.
A shelf displaying various clown figurines, including a "Doctor" clown holding a baby, clowns playing sports, and decorative plates with clown designs—it's like stepping into Plainview's very own Klowndoll Museum.
A collection of various clown-themed figurines, ceramics, and decorations is displayed on white shelves in a room, reminiscent of the exhibits at the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview.
A gray teddy bear dressed as a clown with a red hat, blue and red costume, and yellow buttons sits on a wooden shelf against a white wall in the Plainview Klowndoll Museum.
A decorated Christmas tree stands in the center of a room filled with colorful clown-themed decorations and figurines at the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview. Shelves and tables proudly display an array of whimsical clown-related items, creating a festive and playful atmosphere.
A small table covered with a red clown-themed quilt, surrounded by red chairs and Klowndoll stuffed clown toys. The table is set with tea cups and clown figurines, all reminiscent of the whimsy at the Plainview Museum, with a decorated Christmas tree nearby.
The Klowndoll Museum in Plainview features a room with shelves filled with various dolls and colorful clown figurines. The walls have lively decorations, and a small chair draped with a colorful blanket sits invitingly in front of the shelves.
Article from the Plainview Klown Doll Museum newsletter titled "Now there's 'some room in the inn,'" discussing museum space issues, doll displays, and a feature on a survivor KlownDoll named Stumpy.
Newsletter page from the Plainview Klowndoll Museum featuring articles on various doll collections, upcoming parades, and visitor information. Text and images of dolls and festivities are highlighted.
A bulletin board at the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview outlines highlights including exhibits, donation info, and visitor details. Features include a clown band drum, Skelton paintings, toys, and a "Clown's Prayer," along with contact info for the museum.
A newsletter page discusses the Klowndoll Museum in Plainview, Stumpy's letterbox service, and local honors. It includes a sign featuring a clown and brief notes on various areas of local interest.
The exterior of the Plainview Klown Doll Museum features white and red walls, a colorful 'welcome' sign, and an entrance door adorned with a clown mural on the left side. A clear blue sky provides the perfect backdrop.
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