About America

Washington restaurants are planning to donate part of their profits from the presidential inauguration to local charities that serve the community.

Love a good movie, but want something more original than a typical blockbuster? Look for guidance from the Sundance Film Festival.

Melania Trump will soon become the second foreign-born first lady in a "nation of immigrants." Slovenians remember their native daughter.

Located right in the heart of Washington, the National Mall hosts almost 3,000 events every year, from political protests to kite festivals.

Donald J. Trump was sworn in January 20 as the 45th president. He is a businessman who promised to help Americans improve their standard of living.

A week before Donald Trump takes office as the 45th U.S. president, his photo portrait is on display at a Smithsonian Institution museum.

Incoming presidents have celebrated their inaugurations in novel ways, starting with George Washington dancing the minuet after his.

Pets have always played a role in the White House. Learn more about the cats, dogs — and bears, badgers and hippos — at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Both bands are all-male, sing without any musical instruments and have followers around the world. One group is Jewish and the other African American.