Ford's Theatre National Historic Site

National Historic Site · DC · nps.gov page

Picture of the front of Ford's Theatre
Where a nations destiny was met.Photo: NPS Photo

On April 14, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated at Ford’s Theatre. 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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Presidential Box at Ford's Theatre
Where President Lincoln was shotPhoto: NPS Photo
Front of Petersen House
Place where Lincoln died.Photo: NPS Photo
Luxuriously furnished theatre box with red carpet wallpaper, rocking chair & upholstered furniture.
Recreated State Box where Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes BoothPhoto: NPS Photo/ D Byers
Three levels of auditorium style seating with red carpeting and upholstered seats
Ford's Theatre InteriorPhoto: NPS/ D Byers

Park information and photos come from the National Park Service. This is not an official NPS site.