Monday, Jan. 21
Inaugural Ceremonial Swearing-in
At 11:30 a.m. the oath of office will be administered on the steps of the U.S. Capital in Washington, D.C. Following the oath of office, the President will give his inaugural address, setting out his vision for America and goals for the nation.
Tickets are not required to watch the swearing-in ceremony on large screens that will be set up along the National Mall.
Presidential Inauguration Parade
The parade will begin at 2:30 p.m. at the steps of the U.S. Capital Building and proceed along Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House. Viewing stands and bleachers will extend from 3rd to 17th Streets. The presidential inaugural parade includes members from all branches of the armed forces of the United States. Since 1789, the U.S. armed forces have participated in this important American tradition honoring our commander in chief.
Avoid the cold and watch the live-streamed 57th quadrennial Presidential Inauguration on a big screen at the National Archives, located on Constitution Avenue at 7th St. then step outside to watch the Inaugural Parade go past. The National Archives will mark the Presidential inauguration with free exhibits and public programs including a special display of George Washington’s Inaugural Address.
At the Newseum, Inauguration weekend will be one of the last opportunities to see “Every Four Years: Presidential Campaigns and the Press,” which closes Jan. 27. The popular exhibit explores how media coverage of presidential
Tuesday, Jan. 22
The Inaugural National Prayer Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. at Washington National Cathedral. President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden, along with dignitaries and Americans of diverse faiths will attend the service which will include prayer, readings and musical performances. The event is by invitation only but will be webcast live at www.nationalcathedral.org.
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