Group Visits to the Historic Site
Bring your group of 20 or more to visit Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C., the site of President Abraham Lincoln’s assassination.
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.
Tips for your visit
- Every visitor needs a ticket.
- We have timed-entry every half hour.
- Our visitation schedule varies. Be sure to check our calendar when planning your visit. The museum and theatre are not included in every ticket.
- A self-guided visit lasts ~1 hour.
- Reserve in advance. While limited tickets can be available at the door, Ford’s Theatre reserves the right to turn away any group larger than 25 persons if they do not have a reservation.
- Group Reservation Fee is $3.00.
- An Acoustiguide is an additional $5/guide. This pre-recorded audio tour provides additional content and historical background. Youth and adult versions available. Quantities are limited.
How do I book?
Groups of 20-55
- Visit the calendar.
- Choose the date and time you want to visit.
- Choose how many people are attending.
- Create an account or log in.
- Pay for your order.
- If you choose a payment plan, our group sales team will follow up with an invoice.
Groups of 55+ Order via Webform:
- Complete our historic site visit order form.
- Tour operators can book multiple groups at a time using a multi-group order form.
- Fill out all of the required fields (marked with an asterisk).
- Make sure to check off the Captcha box that says “I am not a robot.”
- Hit the submit button.
Four Parts to Ford’s Theatre
Learn more about what you can see during a visit to Ford’s Theatre.
1. Museum
In our museum, you can see rare artifacts from the Lincoln assassination, follow Lincoln’s presidency and learn about the conspiracy.
2. Theatre
Go inside the historic theatre and learn about the night of the assassination.
3. Petersen House
After you see the historic theatre, visit the house where Lincoln died. The house is located across the street from the theatre. This small home accommodates 15 people at a time.
4. Aftermath Exhibits
View exhibits about what happened immediately after the assassination. Follow Lincoln’s funeral train from Washington, D.C., to Springfield, Illinois, and learn about his legacy. Or follow John Wilkes Booth’s escape and the trial of the conspirators.
Field Trips
Plan a historic site visit to learn about the events of April 14, 1865, and the lasting impact of Lincoln’s assassination on our nation.
