This is the official site of the Dr. Samuel A. Mudd House Museum. Dr. Mudd was the southern Maryland doctor who set the leg of John Wilkes Booth the morning after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
We are currently experiencing issues with our phone lines which is impacting our credit/debit card reader. Please bring cash if you are planning on visiting the museum as we cannot process cards at this time. We will update everyone when the problem is resolved.
Thank you for your understanding and we are sorry for the inconvenience.
We are pleased to introduce our new orientation film for the 2026 season. This film provides essential background and context to help visitors better understand our story before beginning their tour. It is available for viewing onsite in our Exhibit Building and can also be accessed in advance through our website.
The film has a runtime of approximately 13 minutes. As tours begin promptly on the hour, we recommend arriving early to allow sufficient time to watch the film beforehand. For added convenience, visitors may also view the film prior to their visit via our website, YouTube, or our social media channels.
We are excited to announce the details for the 2026 season! The first day of the season will be Saturday, April 11, 2026. The museum will be open every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday through November 22, 2026 during our posted hours. Additionally, we will be offering our Victorian Halloween and Victorian Christmas events. We will also be offering our walking tours on selected days throughout the season. Details will be posted on our website and social media platforms.
The Dr. Samuel A. Mudd House Museum is officially closed for the winter. We will re-open in the spring of 2026. We do not currently have an official date set for our re-opening. Please check back on our website or social media pages for updates. Thank you all for a great 2025 season!
The Dr. Samuel A. Mudd Society is looking to add volunteers for the 2025 season and beyond! If you are interested in helping us fulfill our mission of creating a quality historical experience for our visitors, please contact us today! No previous experience is needed! We look forward to hearing from you!