Inauguration Day, January 20, 2005
Plans have been underway for the 55th Inauguration Day celebration for months.
More law enforcement will be on hand for this inauguration than any other in American history. It’s a big day for Washington, and an even bigger one for the nation.
Security Measures
The US Secret Service, Metropolitan Police, US Capitol Police, and other local and federal agencies are providing an unprecedented level of security for the Inauguration.
- All parade and event attendees are subject to a thorough security screening before entering any of the Inaugural event sites.
- Many items are prohibited from event sites, including backpacks, coolers, golf umbrellas and sign supports.
The
Secret Service website provides more information about security screening entry points, prohibited items and other security matters.
Map of Parade Route and Road Closures
A large section of downtown Washington will be closed to vehicular traffic for Inauguration events. View a
map of street closures, the parade route and spectator checkpoints. The Metropolitan Police Department lists
street closure details, which began Sunday, January 16. Use the
Birds-Eye Tour to locate city landmarks and venues. Taking a cab to the day's festivities?
Calculate the cost of your taxi ride.
Metro
Metro will close two of its stations until late-afternoon: Archives/Navy Memorial and Smithsonian. View Metro's Inauguration Day
brochure*.
Public Events
In addition to the parade and swearing-in ceremony, Wednesday's
A Celebration of Freedom, a musical program followed by fireworks on the Ellipse, is open to the public.
Government Office Closures
DC and federal government offices will be closed January 20.
The Department of Motor Vehicles will be closed for Inauguration Day. All DMV facilities will reopen Friday, January 21.
School Closures
Agencies 
