National Historic Site
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site is a National Historic Site in District of Columbia. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 0 visitor centers, and no entrance fee.
District of Columbia National Historic Site No entrance fee
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“On April 14, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated at Ford’s Theatre. Discover how everyday people experienced a national tragedy and how we have remembered a fallen leader.”
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The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.
Timed reservations required
While there is no park entrance fee, timed reservations are required due to space limitations. Limit 6 tickets per customer.
| Fee | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Timed Entry Reservation - Location | $5 | Make your reservation on the Ford's Theatre Society website at the link below. |
On the night of April 14, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was shot in Ford's Theatre by John Wilkes Booth. He died in the early hours of April 15, in the small back bedroom of a boarding house across the street.
1-3 Hours Year-round Fee applies
Theater
Discover lotus and lily flowers at Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens, or explore the many memorials just a short walk from the Orange Line.
1-2 Days Year-round Fee applies Pets allowed
Embrace the outdoors, explore interactive exhbits and stand where history happened by taking the Red Line to visit some of DC's National Park Sites.
1-2 Days Year-round Fee applies Pets allowed
See all 3 things to do in Ford's Theatre →
Activities the NPS lists for Ford's Theatre.
Arts and CultureTheaterGuided ToursJunior Ranger Program
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Ford's Theatre National Historic Site is generally open 7 days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The box office opens daily at 8:30 a.m. for tickets and reservations.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
Weather: Washington DC gets to see all four seasons. Humidity will make the temps feel hotter in summer and colder in winter.
No visitor centers are listed for this site in the NPS data.
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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