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Visit Ford’s Theatre and step back in time. While at our historic site, you will learn about the events of April 14, 1865, and the lasting impact of Lincoln’s assassination on our nation. We are a popular Washington, D.C., tourist destination and welcome more than 650,000 visitors a year.
Tickets to visit Ford’s Theatre and Museum through August 31, 2024, are now on sale. Our visitation schedule varies from week to week; be sure to check our calendar when planning your visit. Every visitor needs a ticket. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Ford’s Theatre offers guided tours for those who wish to experience history with a narrative and structure. Nothing beats a tour that reveals information you may not know from an expert, illuminates the details you need to notice and shares special stories.
Visit Ford’s Theatre and step back in time. While at our historic site, you will learn about the events of April 14, 1865, and the lasting impact of Lincoln’s assassination on our nation. We are a popular Washington, D.C., tourist destination and welcome more than 650,000 visitors a year.
Visit Ford’s Theatre and step back in time. While at our historic site, you will learn about the events of April 14, 1865, and the lasting impact of Lincoln’s assassination on our nation.
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site is open every day except for Thanksgiving Day and December 25. Tickets are required for entry, and are available free on the day of the visit, or for a small reservation fee in advance through the Ford's Theatre Society.
Open Daily; Advance Tickets Recommended. We have daily timed-entry every half hour from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Monday – Sunday. The Theatre is not included in every ticket. Advance tickets are recommended: We charge a $3.50 convenience fee ($3 for groups of 20 or more) to reserve tickets in advance. All patrons regardless of age must have a ticket.
