House of Humour and Satire

The House of Humour and Satire is a four-story museum in Gabrovo with exhibition halls housing an extensive collection of artworks from around the world. The displays include caricatures, sculptures, photographs, masks, and costumes that document different traditions of humor and social commentary.

The museum was founded in 1972 on the grounds of a former tannery in Gabrovo. The city has a long tradition of humor and wit that became central to its identity.

The museum demonstrates how humor and satire function across different societies as tools for expression and social commentary. Visitors encounter caricatures, masks, and costumes from around the world that reveal what makes people laugh and what matters to them.

The museum is accessible to visitors with strollers and wheelchairs throughout the exhibition spaces. You can also visit a specialized library on site if you want to explore humor and satire from different cultures in more depth.

The museum operates a Joke Bank where visitors can deposit their jokes for the collection. You will also find unexpected objects like special coffee cups and glasses designed to poke fun at everyday problems.

Location: Gabrovo

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Part of: 100 Tourist Sites of Bulgaria

Website: http://humorhouse.bg

GPS coordinates: 42.87978,25.31783

Latest update: December 12, 2025 08:00