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Ford's Theatre, Washington, DC

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Ford's Theatre

Ford's Theatre is a theatre or event venue in Washington, DC, part of the Washington DC guide. Cost: under $25.

511 10th St NW, Washington, DC · Washington, DC

Why you should go…

This working theatre is where history stopped on April 14, 1865, see the presidential box, the museum's Lincoln artifacts, and the Petersen House across 10th Street where the president died. Come back after dark, too: the stage still hosts live productions.

  • #lincoln
  • #historic site
  • #live theatre
  • #museum

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