Ford's Theatre has just completed an 18-month-long, $25 million renovation, the most extensive project at the historic theater in more than 40 years. Read about the changes you'll find there. |
Plan Your Visit
National Portrait Gallery
Lincoln was the first president whose career could be captured by photography, as seen in this exhibit of mostly photos.
American History
A top hat and a split fence rail are among the museum's extensive collection of artifacts pertaining to the 16th president.
Library of Congress and National Gallery
Two exhibits show the real Abraham Lincoln, fashioned from words, alongside the monumental one forged from myth.
PHOTOS: Ford's Theatre, Susan Biddle/For The Washington Post; Portrait, National Portrait Gallery; Hat, National Museum of American History; Statue, Craig Harmon/AP
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