Hail to the Chief! DC Prepares for Historical Celebration
ByOnly days away from our country’s most historical Presidential Inauguration and the entire District of Columbia is coming out to celebrate. Still searching for the perfect way to celebrate this weekend? Look no further!! Below is a brief compilation of just a few of the biggest and best events taking place in our nation’s capital.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
We Are One: Opening Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln Memorial
Featuring an unending list of huge stars, including Beyonce, U2 and Mary J. Blige!
Doors open: 8:00 AM
Event Begins: 2:30 PM
Location: The Lincoln Memorial, between Constitution Avenue NW and Independence Avenue SW on 23rd Street
This event is free and open to the public
Monday, January 19, 2009
Kid’s Inaugural: We Are the Future
Concert for America’s Children
Doors Open: 5:00 PM
Event Begins 7:00 PM
Location: Verizon Center
Please visit www.pic2009.org for more information about the event.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Inauguration of the 44th President of the United States: Barack Obama
Swearing-In Ceremony and Inaugural Address
Gates open: 8:00 AM
Location: US Capitol, West Front
If you’re able to get into town, (and you’ll only be able to by chartered bus or train), get down to DC and witness history! Just be sure to look up security measures, metro and bridge closures and bundle up–it’s cold out there!!
