National Park Service & Ford's Theatre Society Honor Abraham Lincoln 4/14, 4/15
By: Gabrielle Sierra
The National Park Service and Ford's Theatre Society will commemorate the anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's assassination on April 14 and 15, 2010. Events include a wreath-laying ceremony, National Park Service's interpretive talks, performances of the Society's one-act play "One Destiny," History on Foot walking tours chronicling the investigation into the Lincoln Assassination Conspiracy, and a discussion and book-signing event with author James Swanson. The Ford's Theatre National Historic Site will be open to the general public from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Petersen House (the house where Lincoln died) closes at 5:30 p.m.
Ford's Theatre is also working with President Lincoln's Cottage to develop an interactive quiz that will educate visitors about Lincoln and his legacy. The quiz will be available at Ford's Theatre and President Lincoln's Cottage from April 14 to April 26.TICKETS
Entry to Ford's Theatre is free, but does require a ticket for all visitors ages two and older. A visit to the Ford's Theatre National Historic Site may include visiting the redesigned museum, experiencing an interpretive Park Ranger program, and visiting the Petersen House (the House Where Lincoln Died). Tickets can be reserved through Ticketmaster at (202) 397-SEAT or by visiting fords.org. Groups of 20 or more may reserve tickets by calling (202) 638-2367. A limited number of same-day tickets will be available at the Ford's Theatre Box Office beginning at 8:30 a.m.TICKETS FOR "ONE DESTINY"
Performance tickets for One Destiny are $6.50 in advance or $5.00 the day of the performance. Tickets can be reserved through TicketMaster at (202) 397-SEAT or by visiting fords.org. Groups of 20 or more may reserve tickets by calling (202) 638-2367.
Tickets for History on Foot walking tours are $12 for individuals and $10 for groups of 20 or more. Individual tickets can be reserved through Ticketmaster at (202) 397-SEAT or by visiting fords.org. Groups of 20 or more may reserve tickets by calling (202) 638-2367.
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