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161 Years Ago: Abraham Lincoln's Assassination
161 Years Ago: Abraham Lincoln's Assassination
On the morning of April 14, 1865 (Good Friday), actor John Wilkes Booth learned President Abraham Lincoln would attend a performance of the comedy Our American Cousin that night at Ford’s Theatre—a theatre Booth frequently performed at. He realized his moment had arrived.
📰The Washington Post: Praise for '1776'
📰The Washington Post: Praise for '1776'
“Young John Lewis” at Mosaic Theater, “Appropriate” at Olney Theatre Center and Eddie Izzard’s “The Tragedy of Hamlet” also impress on D.C.-area stages.
🎟️ See 1776 at Ford's Theatre.
🎟️ See 1776 at Ford's Theatre.
This popular American musical is an insightful, vibrant and humorous take on our founding fathers’ determination to do the right thing for their fledgling nation.
From Philadelphia to Paris: France, the Founding Fathers and the World Behind 1776 – Ford's Theatre
From Philadelphia to Paris: France, the Founding Fathers and the World Behind 1776 – Ford's Theatre
France, Britain’s longtime rival, loomed large in America well before independence was declared.
Learn More About the History Behind “1776” 🇺🇸
Learn More About the History Behind “1776” 🇺🇸
Learn all about real history that inspired the musical 1776 and plan your own musical road trip to explore the people, events, and battlefields of 1776!
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Work With Us Help us bring Abraham Lincoln’s legacy to life through inspiring theatrical productions, engaging educational programs and dynamic interpretation. Ford’s Theatre Society values […]
Tickets On Sale Now For Our 2025 – 2026 Season
Tickets On Sale Now For Our 2025 – 2026 Season
2025 – 2026 Season In celebration of our nation’s semiquincentennial, Ford’s is thrilled to share our 2025-2026 season with you! This upcoming season, we commemorate […]
Accessibility at Ford's Theatre
Accessibility at Ford's Theatre
At Ford’s Theatre, we are committed to ensuring visitors of all abilities can experience the performances, exhibits, history and programs our site has to offer.
Ford’s@5 Guided, After-Hours Tours
Ford’s@5 Guided, After-Hours Tours
Starting this February, learn about President Abraham Lincoln’s assassination by exploring the museum and historic theatre through an intimate, guided tour after visiting hours.
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Visit the Ford's Theatre Historic Site
Visit the Ford's Theatre Historic Site
The site of President Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. Tickets to visit Ford’s Theatre and Museum through May 25, 2026, are now on sale. Our visitation schedule […]
Plan A Field Trip
Plan A Field Trip
Plan a historic site visit to learn about the events of April 14, 1865, and the lasting impact of Lincoln’s assassination on our nation.
Plan A Virtual Field Trip
Plan A Virtual Field Trip
No matter where you are, you can learn about President Lincoln’s assassination and Civil War Washington through our distance-learning programs.
Teacher Professional Development at Ford's Theatre
Teacher Professional Development at Ford's Theatre
Teacher Professional Development Ford’s Education provides dynamic learning experiences for educators. We craft our professional development programs to meet the needs of the evolving classroom. […]
Distance Learning at Ford's Theatre
Distance Learning at Ford's Theatre
No matter where you are, you can learn about President Lincoln’s assassination and Civil War Washington through our distance-learning programs.
Streaming: One Destiny On Demand
Streaming: One Destiny On Demand
Ford’s Theatre presents One Destiny: On Demand – a play that explores the fateful night of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination told from the perspectives of Ford’s Theatre owner Harry Ford and actor Harry Hawk.
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Lincoln's Legacy, Our Legacy Campaign
Lincoln's Legacy, Our Legacy Campaign
President Abraham Lincoln’s legacy as a great American has never been more important, or more relevant. Ford’s Theatre Society is focused on finding new ways […]
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Work with us!
Work With Us Help us bring Abraham Lincoln’s legacy to life through inspiring theatrical productions, engaging educational programs and dynamic interpretation. Ford’s Theatre Society values […]
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Become An Usher, See Productions for FREE!
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Become a Member at Ford's Theatre!
Membership Through generous donations, individuals like you help history come alive as we explore the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln and celebrate the American experience […]
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Support Ford's Theatre
Get Involved Whether you become a member, donor or volunteer, your support keeps Lincoln’s legacy alive for our visitors, theatre patrons, students and educators across […]
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