A single gunshot forever altered the course of history and awakened America to the leader who had been at the reins of this fractured society. After his death on April 15, 1865, the country embraced Abraham Lincoln as an icon whose name continues to evoke great leadership.

His Legacy
Lincoln biographer David Herbert Donald said, “Lincoln's experience gives nearly all of us hope that, no matter how humble our beginnings … one can indeed lead an enormously profitable life and one that's invaluable to the country as a whole.”

Leaders on Lincoln
Some of the great leaders of the 21st century have found inspiration in the life and work of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States.

Ford’s Theatre Lincoln Medal
The Ford’s Theatre Lincoln Medal is an annual award given to individuals who exemplify the legacy and character embodied by President Abraham Lincoln.