Ambassadors and guests from around the world gathered to kick off Donald J. Trump’s January 20 inauguration. Sister Cities International’s January 17 inaugural ball was among the first of many inaugural festivities in Washington as Trump becomes the 45th U.S. president. President Dwight Eisenhower founded Sister Cities International in 1956, and every U.S. president since ... Read More»

Located in the heart of Washington, the National Mall hosts almost 3,000 events every year.  Ever since the Civil War, when the Union army organized, trained and camped on the parkland of the National Mall, the area has played a role in major political, social and cultural movements in the United States. It is the site ... Read More»

Incoming presidents have celebrated their inaugurations in novel ways, starting with George Washington dancing the minuet after his.  The Constitution offers little guidance beyond the date of the inauguration and the words of the oath. Each celebration is shaped by tradition and by each new president’s personality.  Here’s a look at a few notable inaugural ... Read More»

There’s a lot to be done before the president-elect and his new team can start their jobs on January 20th. Importantly, the U.S. must confirm President-elect Trump’s Cabinet choices. Check out the process here. How does Senate confirmation work?  – ShareAmerica Read More»