A Closer Look at the Inauguration Schedule
By: Associated Press
Updated: January 21, 2013
The schedule for the second inauguration of President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden:
Monday, Jan. 21
Ceremonial swearing-in
Capitol Hill, 10:30 a.m. CST
The order of the program:
Musical selections: The U.S. Marine Band
Musical selections: P.S. 22, Staten Island in N.Y., and Lee University Festival Choir, Cleveland, Tenn.
Call to order and welcoming remarks: Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y.
Invocation: Myrlie Evers-Williams
Musical selection: Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
Oath of office administered to Vice President Biden: Associate Justice Sonia Sotomayor
Musical selection: James Taylor
Oath of office administered to President Obama: Chief Justice John Roberts
Inaugural address: President ObamaMusical selection: Kelly Clarkson
Poem: Richard Blanco
Benediction: the Rev. Luis Leon of St. John's Church, Washington
The National Anthem: Beyonc
Inaugural Parade
Viewing stands and bleachers are lined along Pennsylvania Avenue
1:35 p.m. CST
The Obamas and Bidens participate in a parade featuring floats and vehicles representing about 60 groups.
The Commander in Chief's Inaugural Ball
Washington Convention Center
5 p.m. CST
The gala honors service members and their families.
The Inaugural Ball
Washington Convention Center, Halls A, B and C
5:30 p.m. CST
Washington Convention Center, Halls D and E
Doors open 6 p.m. CST
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Tuesday, January 22, 2013
National Prayer Service
Washington National Cathedral
9:30 a.m. CST
The Obamas and Biden attend.
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Source: The Presidential Inaugural Committee
