Henry Ford Museum: Lincoln's Assassination Chair

This is the chair Abraham Lincoln was sitting in when he was assassinated at Ford's Theatre in 1865. Learn the incredible story of this historic artifact, from its origins as a simple piece of furniture to its current home at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. We'll uncover its history, the truth about the stains on the chair, its journey through government storage, and how it ended up in a museum nearly 100 years ago. Discover the surprising details behind one of America's most iconic and tragic artifacts. Includes information on the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, the aftermath, conservation efforts, and the chair's significance as a tangible link to a pivotal moment in American history.

In this video, I’ll delve into the history of this remarkable artifact—where it came from, why Lincoln was sitting in this particular chair, what happened to it after the assassination, and where it was for decades before arriving at the museum. I’ll also share the story of how an old widow fought the federal government to reclaim the chair and how Henry Ford personally ensured its preservation for generations to come. ‪@Zach_OnTheMap‬