• Interior Water Color of Ford's Theatre

    Ford's Theatre

    National Historic Site District of Columbia

Abraham Lincoln's legacy lives...

Explore Ford's Theatre NHS, discover Abraham Lincoln's life in Washington DC, the struggle for a united country, and the motivation behind Lincoln's Assassination. The National Park Service presents a variety of programs year round. Review our Schedule of Events for a list of the programs and other important dates that may affect your visit.



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Did You Know?

Ticket line at Fords Theatre

There were three different ticket prices for the production of “Our American Cousin” at Ford’s Theatre the night of the assassination:  Orchestra (main level, chair seating) $1.00, Dress Circle (first balcony, chair seating) $.75, Family Circle (second balcony, bench seating) $.50.