Ford's Theatre National Historic Site

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Ford's Theatre National Historic Site is a National Park Service site centered around the historic theater where Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. long_description_potoo

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What's happening

May 2
1:00 PM
1776

Audio-Described Performance of the popular American musical '1776'.

May 9
1:00 PM
1776

ASL-Interpreted Performance of the popular American musical '1776'.

May 12
6:00 PM
History Talks: Lesser-Known Players

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.

What's the vibe

The atmosphere is solemn and deeply respectful, reflecting the profound historical weight of the site. Visitors walk through a preserved space that feels both intimate and significant.ambiance_potoo

Details

Penn Quarter
511 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
Closed now
• Opens 8:30 AM
nps.gov
+1 202-426-6924

About

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