Ford’s Theatre Museum in Washington, DC reopened its doors on July 15, 2009 after extensive renovations. The museum tells the story of Abraham Lincoln through its new exhibits and artifacts. Visitors begin their tour by passing through a passenger car of a train, representing Lincoln's February 1861 secret train ride to Baltimore to escape assassins.
Additionally these new exhibits underscore the incredible struggles and challenges that faced Lincoln when he assumed office with a nation divided. They cast a new light on his life in the White House, highlight the victories of the Civil War and takes a closer look at the Assassination conspiracy, John Wilkes Booth and Lincoln’s tragic death on April 15, 1865.
Highlights of a Visit to Ford’s Theatre Museum
- The Presidential Box where Lincoln was shot
- John Wilkes Booth’s diary and compass
- Lincoln campaign buttons
- A replica of the coat Lincoln wore the night of his assassination
- Ford’s Theatre playbills and posters
Address
Ford’s Theatre
10th and E Streets, NW
Washington, DC
Hours
Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. except Christmas Day.
Admission
Admission is free, however timed entry tickets are required. Tickets are available in advance through Ticketmaster for a $1.50 service charge.
Website
www.fordstheatre.org