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2009 PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION

Welcome to the District of Columbia’s 2009 Presidential Inauguration website. This site will assist you in finding valuable information about the events surrounding the 56th Presidential Inauguration, including lodging information, transportation, security measures and closures.

We, in the District government are thrilled to host this historic event on January 20, 2009.


 

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Events Calendar

Events Calendar
Information on Balls, Galas, the Inaugural Parade, and the Swearing In Ceremony.

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Getting There

Getting There
Walk, metro or bus to the parade-normal roadway access to pickup and drop off passengers in and around the National Mall and in the surrounding area will be unavailable.

Discover DC

Discover DC
Use the District's data catalog to create your own applications and dashboards and share them with the world.

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Official Inaugural Websites

Official Inaugural Websites
Helpful links to official inaugural websites...

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Fun Facts

Fun Facts
Did you know this about the inauguration...

Public Safety

Public Safety
Sign up for Emergency Text Alerts, learn more about protective actions and the hypothermia hotline.

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Barack Obama Bio

Barack Obama Bio
Barack Obama was raised by a single mother and his grandparents. They didn't have much money, but they taught him values from the Kansas heartland where they grew up.

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Joe Biden Bio

Joe Biden Bio
Joe Biden is a rare mix. A leader who has worked for decades in Washington, but has never lived there. An expert on foreign policy, whose heart and values are firmly rooted...

Photo Gallery

Photo Gallery
See images of past inaugurations...

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News

01.15.2009 DC Circulator Bus Service Changes For Presidential Inauguration
01.15.2009 Latest Details for Inaugural Street Vending
01.15.2009 HHS Advises Inauguration Attendees to Prepare to Avoid Cold-Weather Related Health Problems
01.15.2009 National Park Service Emphasizes Common Sense Thinking and Practical Advice for Ways to Best Experience Inaugural Events While Enjoying Inaugural Interpretive and Educational Offerings
01.14.2009 Closures and Parking Restrictions for Sunday, January 18th Welcoming Ceremony (PDF)
01.14.2009 The Humane Society of the United States Reminds Inauguration Attendees to Leave their Pets at Home (PDF)
01.13.2009 Security Agencies Licensed by the MPD's Security Officer Management Branch Available to Provide Service to Entities Seeking Security Assistance
01.13.2009 Bike Valet Parking Available in DC on Inauguration Day
01.13.2009 Metropolitan Police Release Information About Neighborhood Patrols During Inauguaration Events
01.12.2009 Inauguration To Impact Metro Service for People With Disabilities, Senior Citzens
01.11.2009 DOH Encourages Health Professionals to Be Prepared During Inaugural Activites

01.07.2009 Secret Service Announces Security Information for the 2009 Presidential Inaugural (PDF)
01.06.2009 2009 Presidential Inaugural Law Enforcement and Public Safety Public Affairs Subcommittee Announces Joint Transportation Plan (PDF)
01.06.2009 Winners of Inaugural Vending Lotteries Now Posted
12.29.2008 Congressional Inaugural Committee Issues Inaugural Advisory (PDF)
12.29.2008 Buses Arriving for Inauguration Must Register for Parking, Obtain Trip Permits by January 15