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Published: 03/9/10

Michelle's Inaugural Gown Makes Smithsonian Debut

By  Lynn Sweet - Politics Daily
Michelle's Inaugural Gown Makes Smithsonian Debut

At the end of a long night of inaugural balls, First Lady Michelle Obama took off her gown and did not see it again for more than a year -- until Tuesday morning -- when her dress, shoes and jewelry became part of the Smithsonian's First Ladies Collection. "These gowns and this exhibit uniquely define a moment in our American history," said Mrs. Obama to an audience that included her mother, Marian Robinson, and a group of close friends from Chicago. It was a sentimental send-off for the outfit, designed by Taiwan-born Jason Wu, who shot to fame in an only-in-America story when Mrs. Obama ...

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Published: 01/6/09

Balls Across America

By  Tommy Christopher - Politics Daily
Balls Across America

The Presidential Inaugural Committee has announced that President-Elect Barack Obama will host a "Neighborhood Inaugural Ball" that will coincide with neighborhood balls across the country: With tickets available free or at an affordable price, it is the first official inaugural ball of its kind to be held during a presidential inauguration. A portion of tickets for this event will be set aside for District of Columbia residents. The ball will also feature a robust interactive component, including webcasting and text messaging, to link neighborhoods across the country with the new President ...

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Published: 01/1/09

Inaugural Balls to Include One Held By Obama

By  Tommy Christopher - Politics Daily
Inaugural Balls to Include One Held By Obama

As I reported last week, there will be 10 balls held in honor of Barack Obama's inauguration. The Presidential Inaugural Committee announced today that one of them will be hosted by Obama himself: (via email)WASHINGTON, DC - Continuing the tradition started in 2005 by President George W. Bush, the Presidential Inaugural Committee announced today that President-elect Barack Obama will host the Commander-in-Chief's inaugural ball to honor the country's active duty and reserve military. Additional invited guests will include wounded warriors (Purple Heart recipients), families of fallen heroes, ...

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Published: 12/25/08

Inaugural Update: Number of Presidential Balls Revealed

By  Tommy Christopher - Politics Daily
Inaugural Update: Number of Presidential Balls Revealed

Does Barack Obama have a lot of balls to attend? According to the Washington Post, there will be 10 balls in 5 locations: (that makes sense)The Presidential Inaugural Committee -- trumpets, please! -- is hosting 10 official balls on the night of Jan. 20. These, ladies and gentlemen, are the only parties where Barack Obama, Joe Biden and their wives are guaranteed to appear, albeit for a quick wave and onstage dance. Six of the balls will be held at the glamorous, escalator-studded Washington Convention Center. The other four will be at the National Building Museum, Union Station, the ...

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