On the afternoon of April 30, 1789, George Washington was sworn in as the first president of the United States. Since Washington took his oath of office, Inauguration Day has continued to be an ...

But on the first Inauguration Day, in 1789, George Washington did something else. He gave a speech. Every president since has followed his example and delivered an inaugural address as part of the ...

in front of George Washington’s inaugural coat. (WTOP/Alan Etter) Washington delivered his first inauguration speech on April 30, 1789, at Federal Hall in New York City. He wore the custom coat ...

The first presidential inauguration of George Washington was a very exciting day in New York City. "George Washington was staying at his home in New York City called the Franklin House and he was ...

But on the first Inauguration Day, in 1789, George Washington did something else. He gave a speech. Every president since has followed his example and delivered an inaugural address as part of ...

George Washington’s 1789 inauguration suit coat is now on display at Mount Vernon. Our first President was intentional with his details: the domestically produced wool suit was meant to promote ...