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Take a look at historical inaugurations documented in records held by the National Archives and its Presidential libraries
On January 20 every four years, the President of the United States takes the oath of office. The inauguration usually takes place at the United States Capitol and includes a ceremonial program and a parade down Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House.Posted on: January 10, 2017
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Posted on: January 01, 2017
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Celebrating the 225th Anniversary of the Bill of Rights
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The National Archives observes Pearl Harbor's 75th anniversary
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The Nixon Library released 13,000 pages of Alexander Butterfield materials
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Find out about NARA's resources about elections and the Electoral College
Posted on: December 05, 2016
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Explore Thanksgiving documents
Posted on: November 21, 2016
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Join the National Conversations on Rights and Justice
Posted on: November 17, 2016
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For Veterans Day, explore the many resources in the National Archives about veterans and military service
Posted on: November 10, 2016
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October is American Archives Month; find out what our archivists have to say
Posted on: October 06, 2016
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Our Virtual Genealogy Fair was held October 26–27
Posted on: October 03, 2016
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NARA commends historians who reviewed the new Nixon Library exhibits
Posted on: September 29, 2016
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The Archives Fair was on October 5 to celebrate American Archives Month
Posted on: September 19, 2016
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The Information Security Oversight Office has released its Annual Report to the President
Posted on: July 29, 2016
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Share your election memorabilia on Instagram with #ElectionCollection
Posted on: July 26, 2016