Inauguration Day Traditions

The inauguration of the president of the united states is a ceremony to mark the commencement of a new four year term of the president of the united states this ceremony takes place for each new presidential term even if the president is continuing in office for a second term.

Inauguration day traditions. Roosevelt s inauguration day march 4 1933 and has been followed by presidents ever since. Since 1937 it has taken place at noon est on january 20 the first day of the new term some 72 to 78 days after the. He was sworn in at noon on the balcony of federal hall. 6 presidential inauguration traditions and what they mean.

For an in depth look at the federal election process in the u s check out usa in brief. George washington and his wife danced in celebration after his inauguration. January 20 inauguration day. On inauguration day white house workers say goodbye to the outgoing family a few hours before welcoming the new residents.

First nail ceremony well before january 20 this tradition marks the importance of the stage where the new president will be sworn in. Most of the swearing in ceremony is not required it s just tradition. Eisenhower exchange farewells with members of the staff. How to become president of the united states.

This poster explains the presidential election process in the u s. The joint congressional committee on inaugural ceremonies told the associated press. Wreath laying at arlington national cemetery this tradition allows the incoming. Former president manuel roxas started this.

Fast facts about inauguration. On their final day in the white house january 20 1961 president and mrs. The ceremonies will be held on the west front of the u s. Formerly called the independence grandstand the venue takes its name from late president elpidio quirino the second to take his oath of office there.

Download a free copy. George washington then a 57 year old general was sworn in on a clear and cool day from the balcony of the. Inauguration day wasn t always on jan. The traditions of inauguration day progressed through the years adopting practices started during different presidencies.

President george washington was sworn into office on april 30 1789 in our nation s first capital of new york city. The permanent white house staff serves the president and first family.