|
|
Ford's
Theatre is the
site of the 1865 assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. The
restored 19th-century theatre features fine musical and dramatic
theater. The renovated museum tells the story of Lincoln's assassination
through more than 400 historic objects. Also part of the tour is
the home across the street from the theatre where Lincoln was brought
after being shot and where he later died. Open: daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
except for matinees/rehearsals and Christmas. For tour information call the National Park Service at (202)
426-6924. Admission: Free
Metro: Metro Center
Related Links: NPS
Ford's Theatre |
Ford's Theatre &
Lincoln Museum
511 10th St. NW
Washington, DC 20004
Map & street view
Phone: (202) 347-4833
Fax: (202) 638-1001
Toll Free:
1-800-899-2367
|