Inauguration Q&A
Where can I watch the Inauguration online? Please see this page of the Presidential Inaugural Committee for live streams of the Swearing-In…
A Brief History of the U.S. Inauguration
The first president, George Washington, was inaugurated at Federal Hall in New York on April 30, 1789. Washington repeated the oath, read…
The U.S. Presidential Inauguration
The American presidential inauguration occurs every four years and invites a spectacular amount of fanfare. The new president gets his own day of feasting, procession, statesmanship, and celebration. The United States marks its transition of government with a day of events that have developed over time to become our modern-day inauguration.
The theme of the 2013 Inauguration of President Barack Obama is “Faith in America's Future”, which recalls the installation of the Statue of Freedom on the Capitol Dome 150 years ago in 1863.
On this website you will find information and resources for the upcoming inauguration of President Obama. Information provided here covers event attendance, participation, galas, and other events surrounding this historic day.
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Non-Inaugural Entertainment during Inauguration Week
If you want a break from inaugural festivities, several general entertainment events are also taking place before and…
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Red, White and Booze: Free Inauguration Wine and Spirits Tastings
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Inauguration Scavenger Hunt
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Inaugural Day Party at Lima
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Agency Open Houses
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NPR’s “Political Junkie Road Show”
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Presidential Celebrity Day Affair
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Washington State Society Inaugural Reception
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Inauguration Paint Party
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Children’s Inaugural Concert
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Politics as Usual: An Inaugural Chillout
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“Living In America” Inaugural Dance Party
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“Desire to Aspire” Inauguration Brunch Reception
Washington State Society Inaugural Reception
The Washington State Society presents its Inaugural Reception in celebration of the 57th Presidential Inauguration. Residents…
Tennessee State Society Inaugural Ball
The Tennessee State Society is celebrating the inauguration of President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe…
Inauguration Q&A
Where can I watch the Inauguration online? Please see this page of the Presidential Inaugural Committee…
Inaugural volunteer opportunities available
On December 18, the Presidential Inaugural Committee (PIC) unveiled a public request form for tickets to…
Red, White and Booze: Free Inauguration Wine and Spirits Tastings
Continue the Inauguration festivities after the big day at the “Red, White and Booze” wine and…
Inauguration Scavenger Hunt
The Inauguration Scavenger Hunt is a daytime event which lets participants explore the Smithsonian museums while…