inaugural website
From the first Inauguration of George Washington, in New York City, in 1789, to today, as we prepare for the 56th quadrennial Presidential Inauguration, the swearing-in ceremony represents both national renewal and continuity of leadership. [1]
The United States Secret Service, under the leadership of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and in cooperation with its local, state and federal security and public safety partners, has developed an overall security plan for the 56th Presidential Inaugural on Tuesday, January 20. [2]
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. [3]
Commemorative walking guide and map with stations closest to swearing-in ceremony and parade. [4]
For more than two hundred years America’s citizens have witnessed the Inauguration ceremonies of the President and Vice President of the United States. [1]
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. [3]
When an event is designated an NSSE, the Secret Service assumes its role as the lead federal agency for the design and implementation of the operational security plan. [2]
We, in the District government are thrilled to host this historic event on January 20, 2009. [3]
As each president has offered a vision for America’s future, we reflect on the heritage of Inaugurations past. [1]
The Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), the U.S. Capitol Police and the U.S. Park Police as well as a number of other federal and local agencies will play an active role in securing this event and resources will be deployed to maintain the level of security needed for the designated events. [...] The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has designated the Inaugural as a National Special Security Event (NSSE). [2]
Barack Obama was raised by a single mother and his grandparents. [...] Information on Balls, Galas, the Inaugural Parade, and the Swearing In Ceremony. [3]
Map and ticket information about Inauguration swearing-in ceremonies. [4]
Such links are used for operational reasons only and do not constitute or imply any endorsement of any vendor or its product. [3]
Sources:
[1] History Home
[2] United States Secret Service: 56th Presidential Inaugural
[3] Inauguration Day 2009
[4] Metro - Getting Around - Metro to Events - Plans for Inauguration Weekend