Inaugural Balls 2009

Spirit of Asia in America: Presidential Inaugural Reception
Jan 17, 2009. The St. Regis, Astor Ballroom, 16th & K Sts. NW. The Asia Society invites the public to celebrate the democratic process and the contributions of Asian Americans to this historic Presidential election. Tickets: Members $100 per person, $175 per couple. Non-members $150 per person, $275 per couple.

African Diaspora Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Harman Center for the Arts, 610 F Street, NW. The Ball features Grammy award winner Angelique Kidjo, Grammy-award nominated Les Nubians, international Haitian songwriter Bélo and more of the brightest stars from the African Diaspora. Tickets: $150 and up.

California State Society Inaugural Fashion Show & Lunch
Jan. 18, 2009, 11:30 a.m. Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 1150 22nd St. NW.

California Bash - California Democratic Party Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, National Mall. Tickets: $150.

Children's Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009 - FREE Daytime Event. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K Street, NW. Free tickets are required. Sponsored by Every Child Matters Education Fund. Live music, arts and crafts, interactive exhibits, play areas, and a story-time stage. - WAITING LIST.

Disability Power and Pride Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW, 13th Floor. Sponsored by the American Association of People with Disabilities. Tickets: $100.

"Dreams from My Father" American Scholars Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Four Seasons Hotel, 2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. The black-tie event will bring together notable businesspersons, political figures and entertainers for an intergenerational celebration. Tickets: $350-$550.

Foreign Diplomats Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. The James Monroe Mansion, 2017 I St., NW. Sponsored by Embassies of the Federal Republic of Ethiopia and the Republic of Ghana. Tickets: $350.

The 2009 Hope Won Inaugural Gala
Jan. 18, 2009. Westin Annapolis, 100 Westgate Circle, Annapolis, MD. Sponsored by Therapeutic Wellness LLC to benefit the Diane Freeman Foundation. Black tie, four course dinner, live music, silent auction. Tickets: $150.

Junior State of America Inaugural Event
Jan. 18, 2009. Hotel Monaco, 700 F Street NW. Hosted by the Junior State of America and The Junior Statesmen Foundation. Tickets: $75, or sponsorship levels available. Contact alumni@jsa.org.

Lincoln 2.0 Inaugural Ball
Jan. 18, 2009. Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and F Sts. NW. Sponsored by Destination DC. Celebrate the Obama inauguration in the landmark building where Lincoln celebrated his own inauguration in 1865. Proceeds benefit The American Art Museum and The American Experience Foundation, a charity that develops national programs to educate the public about the arts, culture, American democracy and unique heritage of Washington, DC. Black tie, Victorian attire welcome. Tickets: $375.

Metropolitan Gala on the Georgetown Waterfront
Jan. 18, 2009. 3050 K St., NW. Event located at 3 restaurants along the Potomac River: Tony & Joe's, Cabanas and Nick's Riverside Grill. Heated tents will connect the venues as well provide comfortable access along the river walkway. Portions of the ticket proceeds will be donated to Behind the Bench, The NBA Wive's Association, a charitable organization as well as Peoples Involvement Corporation, a non-profit organization that provides job training and affordable housing to residents of DC. Tickets: $300.

National Association of Manufacturers Gala Celebration
Jan. 18, 2009. Ronald Reagan International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Tickets: $200.

People's Inaugural LGBT Gala
Jan. 18, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, DC, 801 K St., NW. Celebrating LGBT grassroots activists. Tickets: $100.

Red Goes Blue Inaugural Bash
Jan. 18, 2009. Old Ebbitt Grill, 675 15 St. NW. Sponsored by Young Lawyers for Obama- DC Chapter. Dress: Smart Casual. Tickets: $100.

2009 Green Inaugural Ball (Hosted by Al Gore)
Jan. 19, 2009. National Portrait Gallery. SOLD OUT.

American Indian Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 20 and 21, 2009. Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA. Three events celebrate Native American leaders, organizations, artists and musicians. Tickets: $110-150.

Arkansas State Society Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW. Tickets: $125.

Dream Makers Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Bobby Vans Grill, 1201 New York Ave. Proceeds will benefit John Lewis Scholarship Fund, National Action Network and Rainbow Push Coalition. Tickets: $250.

Georgia State Society of Washington, DC
Jan. 19, 2009. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, 10th and Constitution Avenue NW. Tickets: $200.

HBCU Inaugural Gala Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Sequoia at Washington Harbour, 3000 K St. NW. Sponsored by Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Tickets: $300.

Historical Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Historical Society of Washington, 801 K St. NW. The ball celebrates the inauguration of Barack Obama and the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. Tickets: $200 (301) 661-1617.

History in the Making, “A Dream & A Change” Inaugural Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Sheraton Crystal City Hotel, 1800 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington, VA. Sponsored by The Babyboomer Professionals. Gala theme is "On the shoulders of heroes". Celebrating the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the victory of president-elect Barack Obama. Event is open to all. Tickets: must be purchased before December 15th, $199.

Illinois State Society of Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Renaissance Washington Hotel, 999 9th St. NW. - SOLD OUT

Indiana Society Inaugural Gala
Jan. 19, 2009. Omni-Shoreham Hotel, 2500 Calvert St. NW. Tickets: $295 before Dec. 19, $350 after.

Kentucky Society Bluegrass Ball
Jan. 19, 2009. Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, 2660 Woodley Roads NW. Tickets: $178.50.

Nebraska Society Inaugural Brunch
Jan. 19, 2009. The Columbus Club, Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Avenue, NE. Tickets: $45.

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