DC Inauguration Guide

DC Inauguration Guides Guide

There are numerous inauguration guides on the web, each covering information that the others don't. We've rounded them up here with direct links to some of their best stuff - a metaguide, if you will. These guides have everything from the inauguration ceremony schedule and parade route to travel information to WiFi access. Enjoy, and if you know of a guide or some info that should be included here.

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Washington Post Inauguration Central

The Post's Inauguration Survival Guide
A well-organized page with maps, FAQs, and short explanatory videos
Weather Forecast
Predictions from the Post's Capital Weather Gang
Mall and Parade Route Map | Street Closures
Color-coded maps of downtown
Walking Routes
Walking Guide to the inauguration, including info on all bridges
Inauguration News Blog
Frequently updated news, information, and commentary
Event Calendar
Parties and closures
Open Restaurants
The Going Out Gurus list of restaurants that will be open on January 20th

U.S. Senate Inauguration Guide

Inaugural Ceremony Program
Information on the schedule of events, speakers, and performances
Ceremony Seating Chart (PDF)
Map of the area around the Capitol with entrance information for ticket holders
Prohibited Items Checklist
DO NOT bring any of this stuff unless you want to meet Kiefer Sutherland's Fist
Event FAQs
Short checklists about cell phone and camera use, food and drink guidelines, preparedness, etc.
Accessibility
Telephone hotlines, drop-off locations, medical information, and more.
Official Press Releases
Information from the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies
Google Map of Train and Metro Stops
Enter your address and scroll to see the train or metro station closest to you.

DC Government Inauguration Guide

City Services
Information on government closures, trash service, and parking enforcement
Bus Parking Permits
Bus permit application and rules for tour buses in DC
"Getting There" Guide
Information about planning your day
Emergency Text Alert Service | DC Government Inauguration Twitter

Metro (subway) and Metrobus Guide

Frequently Asked Questions
Official information about traveling by Metro on Inauguration Day
Commemorative Farecards
Available online and in farecard vending machines, they have Obama's face
Expanded Bus Service to Airports
Friday, January 16 through Wednesday, January 21
"Commemorative" Walking Guide
Useful printable map with lots of information, but the picture of Obama's face is very small
Closures and Security, Parking, and Travel Tips
All on the main page of the Metro Guide
Metro Press Releases
Station closings, bus service, accessibility issues, etc.

City Paper Inauguration Guide

DC Inauguration News
The latest inaugural news from around the web
Inaugural Entertainment
Big list of inaugural balls, parties, and food specials
Food and Drink Specials
List of bars and restaurants that will be open late
Rental Housing
Need a last minute rental? Look here!
DC Inauguration Metaguide
You are looking at it right now.

WTOP 103.5FM Inauguration News

News Updates
Frequent updates on inaugural happenings and information
Google Map of Road Closures
Customized Map showing road and bridge closures. (Bonus: zoom out halfway to see the Flying Spaghetti Monster)
Traffic Cameras
Useful for areas where the roads aren't closed

About.com 2009 Inauguration Guide

Transportation Information
Metro, commuter rail, biking, walking and WATER TAXI information
Parade Information
Overview of the parade including entry points
Inaugural Balls
Four pages of balls
Martin Luther King Day Schedule
List of events planned for MLK Day, January 19th, 2009

Inauguration Survival Guide

Tips and Tricks
The Inauguration Survival Guide site has lots of miscellaneous tips and suggestions
WiFi Hotspot List
List of area hotspots and information about WiFi access on the Mall
Police and Hospital Numbers
A short, printable list and links to DC crime information