A visit to Ford’s Theatre may include a presentation by either the National Park Service or a one-act play presented by Ford’s Theatre Society (One Destiny).

Before the presentation, visitors may choose to visit the Ford’s Theatre Museum, which traces Lincoln’s presidency from his first days in Washington to the last days of the Civil War. Following the presentation, visitors proceed across the street to the Petersen House* (available through late 2010).

For more information on arranging tickets for daytime tours, please click here.

Daytime programming includes one of the following:

One Destiny
A one-act play presented by Ford's Theatre Society.

National Park Service Ranger Talks
A 25-minute presentation by a National Park Service ranger about the assassination.

Acoustiguide
This audio tour features additional stories, character voices, sound effects and historic photos, providing patrons with an in-depth look at the history of Ford’s Theatre.

*Beginning in late 2010, the National Park Service (NPS) will begin a major rehabilitative project on the Petersen House, resulting in a temporary closure of the house. During this closure, patrons will not be able to visit the house.