Where a nations destiny was met.
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site
National Historic Site · DC
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.
Park report
Fee: Timed Entry Reservation - Location
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$5
Hours Exceptions
NoteThanksgiving; Christmas
Current Alerts
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Activities Available
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Good: many activities available4 activities
Park Name
InfoFord's Theatre National Historic Site
Designation
InfoNational Historic Site
State(s)
InfoDC
Phone
Info202-426-6841
fords_theatre@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoFord'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.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Activity: Arts and Culture
InfoAvailable
Activity: Theater
InfoAvailable
Activity: Guided Tours
InfoAvailable
Activity: Junior Ranger Program
InfoAvailable
Theme: Architecture and Building
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Theme: Monuments and Memorials
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Theme: Presidents
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Theme: Wars and Conflicts
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Theme: Civil War
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Weather Info
InfoWashington 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
Getting There
InfoFord'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 Gall
GPS Coordinates
Info38.8967° N, -77.0258° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website