Ford's Theatre

Ford's Theatre is a historic site located in Washington, D.C., known primarily as the location where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth on April 14, 1865. The theatre, which was built in 1861, originally hosted a variety of performances. After Lincoln's assassination, it was closed for a time but later reopened as a theatre and museum dedicated to Lincoln's legacy. Today, Ford's Theatre serves as both a working theatre and a memorial, offering tours that educate visitors about Lincoln's life, the assassination, and the importance of this event in American history.