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The Lincoln Medal is given by Ford’s Theatre Society to those who, through their body of work, accomplishments or personal attributes, exemplify the lasting legacy and mettle of character embodied by Abraham Lincoln.

Celebrating 35 Years of the Lincoln Medal

The presentation of the Ford’s Theatre Lincoln Medal is a highlight of the annual gala performance. Past recipients have included: Dr. Maya Angelou, Julie Andrews, Morgan Freeman, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Hon. John Lewis and Elie Wiesel.

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The Honorable Eric Holder with Lincoln Medalist Kareem Abdul-Jabbar at the Ford’s Theatre Annual Gala on June 5, 2011. Photo by Reflections Photography, Washington, D.C. Lincoln Medalist Justice Albie Sachs and Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg at the Ford’s Theatre Gala on June 6, 2010. Photo by Reflections Photography, Washington, D.C. Senator Bob Corker and Lincoln Medalist Peyton W. Manning at the Ford’s Theatre Annual Gala on June 4, 2017. Photo by James R. Brantley. Lincoln Medalist George Lucas and The Honorable Nancy Pelosi at the Ford’s Theatre Reopening Celebration on February 11, 2009. Photos by Reflections Photography, Washington, D.C. Poet Maya Angelou with Lincoln Medalist Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu at the Ford’s Theatre Gala on June 6, 2010. Photo by Reflections Photography, Washington, D.C. Lincoln Medalist Morgan Freeman at the Ford’s Theatre Annual Gala on June 3, 2012. Photo by Margot Schulman. Lincoln Medalist Dr. Condoleezza Rice at the Ford’s Theatre Annual Gala on June 2, 2013. Photo by James R. Brantley. Lincoln Medalist Bill Russell at the Ford’s Theatre Annual Gala on June 2, 2013. Photo by Margot Schulman. The Honorable Chuck Hagel and Lincoln Medalist The Honorable John D. Dingell at the Ford’s Theatre Annual Gala on June 22, 2014. Photo by Margot Schulman. Lincoln Medalist Ronald O. Perelman at the Ford’s Theatre Annual Gala on June 4, 2017. Photo by Margot Schulman.