Inauguration Activities
The Human Rights Campaign is proud to present several events commemorating the inauguration of Barack Obama and Joe Biden.
Please join us at one of the events below and continue to check back for periodic updates on our planned activities during the inauguration activities.
Hotel Rooms Available
Looking for somewhere to stay in DC for the inauguration?
Limited rooms are available at the Mayflower and Palomar (Arlington, VA). Hotels and can be booked at www.hrc.org/inauguralhotels.
For more information on hotel rooms please contact Ken Labombard at 202-772-3889.
Schedule of Events
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Help Protect Equality in Gainesville, Fla.!
Please join us for a fundraiser to benefit Equality is Gainesville’s Business, the organization fighting to defeat a dangerous ballot measure aimed directly at the LGBT community in Gainesville, Fla. In a March 24 special election, voters will decide whether to roll back existing protections against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. The measure would also limit Gainesville’s ability to protect its citizens from other discrimination.
Michelle Ott and Bob Karp of Equality is Gainesville's Business will give a briefing on where things stand with the campaign, and HRC State Legislative Director Chris Edelson will discuss why HRC is so concerned about this measure, which could set a very dangerous precedent for rolling back basic civil rights in other places around the country. We are also anticipating that elected officials from the Gainesville City Commission who support keeping the protections will attend.
The opposition in Gainesville is well-funded and is using its resources to spread disinformation and fear. We need to make sure the message of basic fairness for all gets to the voters in Gainesville. It will take hard work as well as money. Come stand up for equality and show your support for the community in Gainesville!
Where: Human Rights Campaign National Headquarters’ Equality Center
Location: 1640 Rhode Island Ave., N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20036
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Suggested donation: $50 at the door
Paid Political Advertisement sponsored and paid for in-kind by Human Rights Campaign, 1640 Rhode Island Ave. NW, Washington DC 20036. Approved by Equality is Gainesville’s Business PO Box 40, Gainesville FL 32602. The purchase of a ticket for, or a contribution to this campaign fundraiser, is a contribution to the campaign of Equality Is Gainesville's Business.
We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln Memorial
The Rt. Rev. Gene Robinson, bishop of the U.S. Episcopal Church in the diocese of New Hampshire and member of HRC’s Religion Council, will give the invocation at the first inaugural activity.
Where: Lincoln Memorial
Location: West end of the National Mall
Washington, D.C.
When: 2:30 p.m.
The event is free and open to the public.
L Word Season 6 Premiere in Washington, D.C.
The Human Rights Campaign and Showtime present the season 6 premiere of The L Word.
Where: Town Danceboutique
Location: 2009 8th St., N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20009
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
Monday, January 19, 2009
Open House at Human Rights Campaign National Headquarters
We welcome you to visit and tour the HRC building! Come see equality in the making and purchase exclusive HRC Barack Obama inauguration merchandise. We encourage you to sign up for a tour.
Where: Human Rights Campaign National Headquarters
Location: 1640 Rhode Island Ave., N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20036
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Inauguration Watch Party at Human Rights Campaign National Headquarters
Join the Human Rights Campaign for hot cocoa and light fare at the Inauguration Watch Party!
This event is full and at capacity.
Where: Human Rights Campaign National Headquarters
Location: 1640 Rhode Island Ave., N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20036
Time: Doors open at 8:00 a.m.; inauguration begins at 10:00 a.m.
Out for Equality at the Mayflower Hotel
Tickets for this event are sold out.
Location: 1127 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20036
Time: 7 p.m.
Attire: Festive or Formal
Featuring entertainment and appearances by:
- Melissa Etheridge
- Cyndi Lauper
- Rufus Wainwright
- Thelma Houston
- Dave Koz
- Catie Curtis
- Ross Mathews
- Potomac Fever from the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, D.C.
- Hosted bar and cocktail buffet
Dance for Equality at Town DanceBoutique
Tickets on sale at www.boxofficetickets.com/outforequality
Tickets also available at HRC Action Center Store located at:
1633 Connecticut Ave., N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20009.
Tickets: $50
Location: 2009 8th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
Time: 8 p.m. - 3 a.m.
Only individuals age 21 and older are permitted to attend.
Featuring entertainment by:
- DJ Manny Lehman
Featuring appearances by:
- Cyndi Lauper
- Ross Mathews
Out for Equality and Dance for Equality are presented by Human Rights Campaign Foundation, Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund & Leadership Institute, National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, PFLAG, Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation, National Black Justice Coalition, Servicemembers Legal Defense Network, Freedom to Marry, BiNet USA, DignityUSA, Out & Equal Workplace Advocates, Equality Federation, National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, National Coalition for LGBT Health, LGBT Community Center of NY, International Federation of Black Prides, CenterLink: The Community of LGBT Centers, Family Equality Council, Unid@s, the National Latina/o LGBT Human Rights Organization, National Lesbian and Gay Law Association, GLSEN, Immigration Equality and National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance