🇺🇸 The Site of President Lincoln’s Assassination

Just a week before the Trump incident, I visited Ford’s Theatre in DC, where Lincoln was assassinated. At the time, I couldn’t help but wonder how easily a presidential assassination was carried out back then.😒 🗡️ How It Happened In April 1865, as the Civil War was nearing its end, Lincoln’s firm stance on abolishing slavery had angered many Southern sympathizers. On the evening of the 14th, the assassin hid a small pistol in his shoe and sneaked into Lincoln’s theater box while his bodyguard was away. He shot Lincoln in the back of the head with a derringer Lincoln passed away the next day.😂 🧩 Visitor Tips Ford’s Theatre is a super underrated spot in DC. Allow 1-2 hours for your visit. It’s close to other popular attractions and totally worth seeing!😍 Timed entry tickets can be reserved online for a fee, but walk-in tickets are free. Since it’s not too crowded, you can easily get in without a reservation. Make sure to grab a ticket that includes museum access — look for "Museum Entry".😘 The theatre still hosts live performances — check the schedule if you’re interested. Don’t miss the exhibition across the street: a massive installation made of thousands of books about Lincoln, stacked three stories high. You can take the elevator up and walk down through the levels.👍 🕋 Nearby Attractions Hard Rock Cafe: Great for meals or just browsing memorabilia from famous concerts. National Portrait Gallery / American Art Museum: Open late and perfect for art and history lovers. 📍 Ford’s Theatre 511 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20004 #UnfilteredHistory #DCHiddenGems #CulturalSpots #DMVTravel #Exhibition #USAttractions #TravelDiary #WashingtonDCTravel #Recommendation #TravelogueChallenge