Search on Edith Wilson for this portrait of Mrs. Woodrow Wilson. President's Levee , or all Creation going to the White House. Crowd in front of White House during Andrew Jackson's first inaugural reception in 1828. Woodrow Wilson and wife riding to second inauguration in backseat of a convertible. There are images of presidential inaugurations in the collection.
Most inaugurations take place in Washington, DC, on very festive occasions.
A few have taken place in much sadder situations upon the death of a president. Students can use this collection, the feature presentation, and other sources to report on inaugurations. Students might research the text of the oath of office and how it is administered to the president. President Hoover addresses joint session of Congress at ceremony commemorating the 200th anniversary of the birth of George Washington. For example, this image shows President Herbert Hoover commemorating the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth.