Lincoln’s Life, Death,
& Legacy

Deepen your understanding of Abraham Lincoln, his presidency, and his impact with an exclusive full-day experience at three important Lincoln sites in Washington, D.C.: President Lincoln’s Cottage, Ford’s Theatre, and the Lincoln Memorial.

About the Program

Gain comprehensive insight into Lincoln the person and Lincoln the president with an exclusive full-day experience encompassing visits to three historic locations.

Explore President Lincoln’s Cottage, where he crafted the Emancipation Proclamation. Stand in the historic Ford’s Theatre, where the final chapter of his life unfolded. Conclude your journey at the iconic Lincoln Memorial, which cemented his legacy in the American imagination.

Offered in partnership with Ford’s Theatre Society and the National Mall and Memorial Parks, this program provides a unique perspective on Abraham Lincoln’s presence in Washington, DC.

Available only on Select Dates

  • September 30 (available for group booking)
  • October 13 (available for group booking)
  • November 8 (available for group booking)
  • March 19 (available for group booking)
  • May 5 (available for group booking)

PLUS a special President’s Day weekend edition on February 16, open to individual members of the public.

Other Information

Pricing

$1800 for groups of up to 25 people includes:

  • Admissions to and experience at all three sites
    • An exclusive, conversational, guided tour of President Lincoln’s Cottage
    • A visit to the historic Ford’s Theatre, museum, and Petersen House guided by a Ford’s Theatre Society Educator
    • A special presentation by the National Park Service at the Lincoln Memorial
  • Transportation to all three sites from either the Cottage, where free parking is available for your guests, or a Washington, D.C, location of your choice

Lunch

Time is allotted for lunch in the Life, Death, and Legacy itinerary. Groups are responsible for their own lunch arrangements and costs. Groups can choose to order delivery and picnic on the peaceful grounds of the Cottage, or to visit a restaurant location downtown near Ford’s Theatre if preferred. A lunch location selection is required at the time of booking.

Reservations

  • To book one of the available dates, please reach out to the Education Department at President Lincoln’s Cottage at [email protected].
  • A $200 deposit payment is required to secure your date. The deposit is nonrefundable.
  • Balance of payment is due two-weeks in advance of your tour.

Contact

Interested in learning more about Lincoln’s Life, Death, and Legacy? Contact the Education Department at President Lincoln’s Cottage at [email protected] or call 202-829-0436 x227.