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Ford's Theater

 

The historic Ford’s Theatre, where Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth, is a national historic landmark and also functions as a live theater. Visitors can enjoy a short talk by a National Park guide and learn the fascinating story of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. On the second floor of Ford’s Theatre, you can see the boxseat where Lincoln was sitting when he was killed. On the lower level, the Ford’s Theatre Museum displays exhibits about Lincoln’s life and explains the circumstances of his tragic death. There is also a bookshop with a nice selection of historical books and gifts. The Theater is scheduled to open, following renovation, in February, 2009.

511 10th Street, NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20004

(202) 347-4833

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