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Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
Washington DC, USA
$49
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Ford's Theatre stands as a poignant reminder of a nation's history, where the final moments of President Abraham Lincoln unfolded. This immersive walking tour invites you to retrace the steps of that fateful night, filled with suspense and intrigue.
- 🏷️ Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour: Enjoy a comprehensive 2-hour guided experience led by a professional, licensed tour guide, sharing captivating stories of the events that transpired.
- 🗣️ Language: English, ensuring you fully grasp the rich narrative of Lincoln's final days.
- 🏛️ Begin your journey at St. John's Episcopal Church, where you'll gain an overview of Washington DC during the 1860s, setting the stage for the dramatic events of that night.
- 🌳 Stroll through Lafayette Square, where you'll learn about Lincoln's presidency and the characters surrounding his final months in the White House.
- 🏛️ Visit the iconic White House, discussing Lincoln's last speech delivered in the presence of John Wilkes Booth, while appreciating the historical significance of the location.
- 🎭 Walk past the National Theatre, where Lincoln's son Tad was present on the night of the assassination, adding a personal touch to the historical narrative.
- 🏨 Discover the site of the Kirkwood House Hotel, where Vice President Andrew Johnson resided, and hear about the conspirators' plans that night.
- 🎟️ Experience the ambiance of Ford's Theatre, a restored historic venue that continues to honor Lincoln's legacy, with millions visiting each year.
- 🏡 Conclude your tour at Petersen's Boarding House, where Lincoln took his last breath, and learn about the somber events that followed his assassination.
- 🛤️ Your guide will share insights about the original alley behind Ford's Theatre, where Booth made his escape, offering a glimpse into the past.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
The Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Historic Photos to View on the Tour of Sites and Characters
- 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour Following in Lincoln's Footsteps
- Professional, Licensed Tour Guide
- Entrance into Ford's Theatre (tickets from NPS required)
Meeting point
Please meet your guide at the entrance of the church on 16th Street NW, NOT the Parish House on H St NW. The tour begins at St. John's Church, the yellow-columned church at the corner of 16th and H St NW, across the street from Lafayette Square.
Return details
The tour ends outside Ford's Theatre. We do not go inside Ford's Theatre on the tour.
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St. John's Episcopal ChurchNicknamed the Church of the Presidents, we start our tour here to get an overview of Washington DC in the 1860s; understanding the events that led to this fateful night. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
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Lafayette SquareThe tour will begin with an introduction to President Lincoln's final months in the White House. New characters will be introduced as we explore the historic row houses that surround the park.
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The White HouseWe talk about Abraham Lincoln's presidency during the Civil War and his final speech; given at the White House in the presence of his later assassin, John Wilkes Booth. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
- Walk past the US Treasury Building, which acted as the temporary White House after Lincoln's Assassiantion. (pass by)
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The National TheatreOn the day of the assassination, John Wilkes Booth stopped by this theater and met with a friend. Later that evening, Lincoln's son Tad was at this theater watching a play: Aladdin or his Wonderful Lamp. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
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Old Post Office PavilionAcross from this grand old building was the location of the Kirkwood House Hotel. This is where Vice President Andrew Johnson stayed. Conspirator George Azerodt rented a room here and was given the job to attack Johnson that same night... (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
- Learn about America's Main Street as you walk through downtown Washington DC, following in the foot steps of Presidential Inaugural Parades and how the residents of Civil War Washington DC traversed the city. (pass by)
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Ford's TheatreThis is the historic theater where John Wilkes Booth snuck up behind the President like a coward and fired that fateful shot. Today it is a working theater and it has been restored to his Civil War era grandeur. Millions of Americans visit this location every year to remember Lincoln and his legacy. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
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Petersen Boarding HouseThis small and simple historic row house was a boarding house at the time of the Civil War. After Lincoln was shot, he was taken to a room on the first floor of this house while the doctors attended to his health. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton interviewed witnesses here that night. Robert Todd Lincoln arrived from the White House and stayed by his father's side all night. It was a sad procession early the next morning when they finally brought the President's lifeless body down the steps for his carriage journey back to the White House. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
- The original alley behind Ford's Theatre through which John Wilkes Booth escaped after the assassination. Ask your tour guide to tell you about it and you can walk there after the tour! It is open to the public and you can see some original buildings. (pass by)
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Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
Washington DC, USA
$49
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!