Ford’s Theatre

Why go

The site makes the events of April 14–15, 1865 spatially legible. Inside the theater, the presidential box sits unnervingly close to the stage; across the street, the small room where Lincoln died restores the human scale. Museum objects and interpretation then follow the conspirators, investigation and transformation of Lincoln’s memory.

What to look for

• The presidential box above the stage where John Wilkes Booth attacked Lincoln
• The Petersen House bedroom where Lincoln died the following morning
• Exhibits tracing the conspiracy, manhunt and national aftermath

Useful to know

• Reserve through the official site and confirm which combination of theater, museum and Petersen House is offered.
• The historic route can vary around rehearsals and performances, so read your ticket details carefully.
• Allow roughly two hours for the full site rather than treating the theater as a quick photo stop.

Your next visit

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