History Talks: Lesser-Known Players

Tuesday, May 12, 2026•6:00 PM

Shine a spotlight on the Lesser-Known Players in the story of President Lincoln’s assassination. This 60-minute program invites Civil War and Lincoln enthusiasts to meet the bystanders, artists, performers, and everyday Washingtonians whose lives were forever shaped by that tragic moment.

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Ford's Theatre National Historic Site

The site preserves the exact location where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865. It serves as a vital piece of American history, maintaining the original structure and much of its historical context.story_potoo

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511 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20004

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