Ford’s Theatre Museum
Trace Lincoln’s presidency from his first days in Washington to the last days of the Civil War. See artifacts related to the assassination.

One Destiny in the Historic Theatre
Sitting inside the historic Ford's Theatre, learn about Lincoln’s assassination from two men who were there. This 35-minute presentation explores the key facts of the assassination while capturing the emotions of that fateful night. Featuring costumed actors.

National Park Service Ranger Talks in the Historic Theatre
Sit inside the historic Ford's Theatre and listen to a National Park Service ranger talk about the assassination.

Petersen House
Across the street from the theatre, enter the Petersen House, the house where Lincoln died. Learn more about that fateful night and the people who surrounded the President in his final hours.

Center for Education and Leadership
Next door to the Petersen House, see exhibits exploring the aftermath of the assassination, the hunt for John Wilkes Booth and the lasting impact of Lincoln’s legacy.

Acoustiguide
Enjoy an audio tour featuring character voices, sound effects and historic photos related to the history of Ford’s Theatre.

Post-Visit Workshops
Visiting as part of a student group? Enhance your students’ visit to the site with an hour-long workshop delving deeper into historic scenarios and primary source documents.