• Inauguration

    2013 Presidential Inauguration

    District of Columbia

For Kids

Presidential Inauguration Junior Ranger Badge

This special edition Presidential Inauguration junior ranger badge is only available for a limited time.

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History is happening right now! Now's your chance to become a part of it all!

Earn an extra special Presidential Inauguration Junior Ranger badge! Download the Junior Ranger Activity Book or talk to a ranger to get a copy. Connect to inaugurations past & present, read stories about U.S. presidents, and take part in the excitement!

Visit the Junior Ranger Tent at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial on January 15, 19, 20, or 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to take part in activities for kids and families honoring the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.

Did You Know?

President Ronald Reagan

President Ronald Reagan's 1985 Inauguration was the coldest on record.  The -10 degree wind chill forced the ceremony inside.  President Reagan took the oath of office inside the Capitol Rotunda.