Visit The House Where Lincoln Died
Families, tourist and Washington, DC residents have the opportunity of touring the Petersen House. Acquired by Ford’s Theater Society in 2007, the Petersen House features permanent exhibits on two levels of the three-level and basement townhome. The exhibits in the Petersen House show the aftermath of Lincoln’s death and the evolution of Lincoln’s legacy. A few of the things visitors will see when visiting the House Where Lincoln Died is the actual pillow President Lincoln laid his head on. The tour includes three rooms in the house that are furnished in 1865 period pieces; none of the furniture is original to the house.
Visitors use the same ticket that they used to tour Ford's Theatre. The House is open 9:30 am to 5:30 pm daily. Visitors will enter The Center for Education and Leadership from the back porch of the Peterson House.
Hours: Daily 9am-5pm. Entry only with timed ticket from Ford's Theatre tour
Transportation: Metro: Metro Center (11th and G sts. exit)
Price: Free admission
Accommodations near Ford Theater and the House Where Lincoln Died
Located a mere 6 minutes from the Holiday Inn Washington, DC- Central White House Hotel, the Peterson House and Ford Theater are great and educational points of interest when visiting Washington, DC. Leave the car parked in our underground parking garage, and take public transportation or rent a bike and visit The Peterson House.
Not only is the Holiday Inn Washington, DC- Central White House Hotel just moments from the Ford Theater, but also many other Lincoln inspired memorials and monuments. Our hotel is located in walking distance to the Lincoln Memorial and the White House.
Holiday Inn Washington DC recently renovated hotel features a roof top pool, full-service restaurant, complimentary wi-fi and complimentary washer/dryer for all hotel guests. The hotel is walking distance to monuments, museums, and the business district. Major attractions are only minutes away.
The Hotel is located at the northwest corner of 15th street & Rhode Island Avenue, NW.
Nearby Landmarks?
•6 blocks north of the White House.
•6 blocks north-west of the Washington DC Convention Center.
•4 blocks north of the McPherson Square -Vermont Ave./White House exit
•4 blocks south-west of Dupont Circle Station Metro Subway
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