A side view of the stage and seating at Ford’s Theatre. On the left is the Presidential Box with an American flag, a framed picture of George Washington and American flag bunting draped over the box.
View from the stage of Ford’s Theatre. Photo © Maxwell MacKenzie.

Plan Your Visit

At Ford’s Theatre we are committed to ensuring visitors of all abilities can experience the performance, exhibits, history and programs our site has to offer.

  • Tickets to visit Ford’s Theatre and Museum through December 31, 2023, are now on sale. Our visitation schedule varies from week to week; be sure to check our calendar when planning your visit.
  • Every visitor needs a ticket. Advance reservations are strongly recommended. A limited number of free entry tickets are available at the box office on a first-come basis.
  • Entry capacities are limited at this time. If you would like to reserve for a group of 10 or more, please email [email protected] for availability.
  • We have timed-entry every half hour. The Theatre is not included in every ticket. Certain entries only include visits to the Petersen House and Aftermath Exhibits.