Inauguration history: What happened on the day George Washington became president in 1789 President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20 will mark the 60th presidential swearing-in ...

George Washington took his oath of office in New York City in 1789 on April 27, but his second inauguration took place in Philadelphia on March 4, 1793.

His supporters will celebrate at several inaugural balls. It’s a tradition that dates back to the inauguration of the first president, George Washington.

Washington also established the tradition of making an inaugural address and a farewell address. His final address, which called for political unity among Americans, is still revered today and ...

The Inauguration brings new people to Washington DC and I hope they will love and learn from the city as much as I do. One of my favorite monuments is near the Capitol. Two iron cranes stand together.

On the afternoon of April 30, 1789, George Washington was sworn in as the first president of the United States. Since Washington took his oath of office, Inauguration Day has continued to be an ...