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Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site
Site Index
Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site
Contact Us 17-November-2005
Frequently Asked Questions 17-November-2005
Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site 17-November-2005
Park Management
Centennial Intitiative 2016 23-August-2007
Management 28-September-2006
Plan Your Visit
Bicycling Information 26-July-2006
Directions 26-July-2006
Fees & Reservations 26-July-2006
Maps 26-July-2006
Operating Hours & Seasons 26-July-2006
Permits 26-July-2006
Plan Your Visit 23-November-2005
Public Transportation 26-July-2006
Schedule Of Events 23-November-2005
Things To Do 23-November-2005
Things To Know Before You Come 26-July-2006
Support Your Park
Donate 24-September-2009
Support Your Park 26-July-2006
Volunteer 17-September-2009
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Did You Know?
President Lincoln’s first inauguration was overshadowed by ominous events. Several southern states had already seceded, many feared for the President’s safety, and cannon were placed at both ends of Pennsylvania Avenue.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:29 EST