Petersen House

Overview

Petersen House is the historic boarding house where President Abraham Lincoln was brought after being shot at Ford's Theatre. It is now a museum offering insights into Lincoln's final hours and the events surrounding his assassination.

This is the location where President Abraham Lincoln died, making it a significant site in American history.

Historical Cultural

Location

Address

516 10th St. NW, Washington DC

Neighborhood: Downtown

Coordinates

38.898500, -77.029600

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$15

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, October-November

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• Spring exhibits
• Special lectures

summer

hot

• Extended summer hours

autumn

cool

• Fall exhibits
• Historical reenactments

winter

cold

• Holiday exhibits
• Special events

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID tickets comfortable shoes

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags food drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

USD

Typical Costs

entry $15

parking $10

souvenirs $10

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing, hat

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Ford's Theatre & Petersen House App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Distance: 10 km

Travel Time: 20 minutes

taxi

$30 20 min

public_transport

$3 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

$2 15 min

bus

$1.75 20 min

taxi

$10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance, part of local heritage

Historical Significance: Important events happened here, Lincoln's death

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

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Guide Languages: English, Spanish

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Capture the facade

Result: Iconic shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, public spaces

prohibited areas exhibitions, private areas

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Ford's Theatre

Distance: 50m

Walking: 1 min

Type: Theatre

National Mall

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Park

White House

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Monument

Reviews

4.7

Based on 5,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great historical insight"

Contact Information

+12023472626

info@fords.org

www.fords.org

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