Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies Inaugural Web Site. January 20, 2009; Printed from inaugural.senate.gov.
Discover and learn about the 2009 inaugural ceremonies held at the U.S. Capitol

  • Since 1901, the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies has been responsible for the planning and execution of the swearing-in ceremonies and the luncheon for the Inauguration of the President of the United States at the U.S. Capitol.

  • Learn about the history of each inauguration, from Washington to Obama

  • Find menus and recipes from a variety of Inaugural luncheons

  • Learn how President Lincoln serves as the cornerstone for the theme, "A New Birth of Freedom."