Discover how everyday people experienced a national tragedy and how we have remembered a fallen leader. Today, in partnership with Ford’s Theatre Society, live dramatic productions highlight Lincoln’s love of the theatre and the power of stories to connect us to ourselves and our history.
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Ford's Theatre National Historic Site
On April 14, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated at Ford’s Theatre.
- LocationWashington, DC
- Entrance $5 timed entry reservation - location
- HoursDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
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Weather now60°F Mist
- Alerts No active alerts
Overview
Topics
- Architecture and Building
- Civil War
- Monuments and Memorials
- Presidents
- Wars and Conflicts
Things to Do
3 experiences from the National Park Service, plus every activity offered in the park. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Explore Ford's Theater
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On the night of April 14, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was shot in Ford's Theatre by John Wilkes Booth. He died in the early hours of April 15, in the small back bedroom of a boarding house across…
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Orange Line - DC Metro
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Red Line - DC Metro
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Embrace the outdoors, explore interactive exhbits and stand where history happened by taking the Red Line to visit some of DC's National Park Sites. Each of the parks listed here are 1 mile or less…
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Activities in the park
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM · Theatre Hours
Hours details
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Theatre HoursDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site is generally open 7 days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The box office opens daily at 8:30 a.m. for tickets and reservations. As Ford's is a working theatre, parts of the site, especially the theatre, may be closed or operating with modified hours. For the daily schedule of what is open, what can be included in your visit, and what tickets are available, please visit the Ford's Theatre Society calendar webpage.
Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance fees
- $5Timed Entry Reservation - Location
Fee details
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Timed Entry Reservation - Location$5
Make your reservation on the Ford's Theatre Society website at the link below. The reservation includes a self-guided tour through the museum, Petersen House (the house where Lincoln died), and Aftermath exhibits. Because Ford's Theatre is an active theatre, some tours or tour elements may occasionally be unavailable. Free, same-day tickets may be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Ford's Theatre box office; supplies are limited.
Address
511 10th Street NWWashington, DC 20004
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Weather & conditions
60°F
Mist · feels like 59°
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Today
74° 60°
Overcast84% rain -
Tomorrow
82° 58°
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Wednesday
88° 66°
Sunny36% rain
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What to expect by season
Washington DC gets to see all four seasons. Humidity will make the temps feel hotter in summer and colder in winter. Spring (March - May) Temp: Average high is 65.5 degrees with a low of 46.5 degrees Summer (June - August) Temp: Average high is 86 degrees with a low of 68.5 degrees Fall (September - November) Temp: Average high is 68 degrees with a low of 51.5 degrees Winter (December - February) Temp: Average high is 45 degrees with a low of 30 degrees
Photos
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Place where Lincoln died. — NPS Photo -
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Getting There
Washington, DC 20004
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site is located on 10th Street NW, between E and F streets, in downtown Washington, DC. The site is within walking distance of the Metro stops at Metro Center and Gallery Place.
Full directions
Parking garages and metered street parking are located nearby.
Mailing address: 1100 Ohio Drive SW, Washington, DC 20242
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