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ALEXANDRIA, VA CELEBRATES INAUGURATION WITH FIRST RESTAURANT WEEK AND SIMULCAST
01-06-2009Thirty Restaurants Offer Three-Course Prix Fixe OR Dinner for Two for $35 January 17–25, 2009
Inauguration-Related Events in Alexandria Include
Simulcast of Swearing-in Ceremony at Market Square
ALEXANDRIA, VA (January 6, 2009) – Historic Alexandria – located just five miles south of Washington, D.C. – has been the choice of presidents since George Washington called the city his home. The City celebrates the 56th Presidential Inauguration with a variety of special events featuring Alexandria’s Inaugural Restaurant Week and a simulcast of the swearing-in ceremony and parade on Market Square.
Alexandria’s Inaugural Restaurant Week, January 17-25, highlights “Choice of Presidents Menus” at 30 restaurants offering either three-course prix fixe dinner or dinner for two, both for $35.
Participating restaurants include Old Town favorites such as the Fish Market and Geranio Ristorante; new trendsetters Farrah Olivia by Iron Chef-contender Morou Ouattara and Flying Fish; the award-winning French cuisine of La Bergerie and the contemporary French bistro Bastille; seafood, steak and sushi restaurant Finn and Porter at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center; and Monroe’s traditional and innovative Italian cuisine in Del Ray. A complete list of the restaurants is below or at www.VisitAlexandriaVa.com/InaugurationRestaurantWeek
A jumbotron screen will broadcast the presidential swearing-in ceremony and parade live in Market Square at the City Hall building, 300 King Street, in Old Town Alexandria on January 20, 2009, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
To find out the latest information about the many events happening in Alexandria surrounding the Inauguration, check out www.VisitAlexandriaVa.com/Inauguration Some highlights include:
MOUNT VERNON 20% OFF ADULT ADMISSION
January 2009
Historic Mount Vernon, the home of the first president, welcomes Inauguration visitors in January with 20% off adult admission. Visitors must print the coupon from Mount Vernon's website, www.Visit.MountVernon.org
MOUNT VERNON NEW INTERACTIVE INAUGURAL GALLERY
January 1-21
Take the oath of office in the new interactive Inaugural Gallery, one of 25 new galleries and theaters, see the nation's very first Inaugural buttons worn by supporters of George Washington, and tour an exhibition of the finest collection of presidential china outside of the White House. "Setting the President's Table: American Presidential China" from the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
January 1-31
AMERICA! reflects the importance of current events during these important times in history through related merchandise. Offering an extensive inaugural product line. Inaugural button promotion: 2 1/4" buttons 5 for $12 and 3" buttons 5 for $16. AMERICA! is located on 113 King Street in Alexandria, Virginia.
January 1-31
Take 10% off all merchandise for the month of January. This pass can be used on clearance items for total savings up to 80%! You must bring a copy of this offer to receive the discount (Code: INAUG). Comfort One shoes is located on 201 King Street in Alexandria, Virginia.
TORPEDO FACTORY ART CENTER EXHIBIT "STARS AND STRIPES"
January 5-February 1
Patriotism springs forth to start 2009. Enamelists Gallery welcomes change and hope this inaugural month. Torpedo Factory Art Center Enamelists Gallery, Studio 28 - Alexandria, Virginia. 10 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
TORPEDO FACTORY ART CENTER EXHIBIT “RED/WHITE/BLUE PLUS YELLOW”
January 6-February 8
A fiber-interpreted celebration of the "Post PRIMARY" colors in time for the inauguration. Jewelry, sculpture, clothing and wall pieces are some of the items that will be exhibited. Open until 9 pm for Second Thursday Art Night. Torpedo Factory Art Center Potomac Craftsmen Fiber Gallery, Studio 18 in Alexandria, Virginia. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
MOUNT VERNON 250th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF GEORGE AND MARTHA WASHINGTON
January 12-February 23
On display are Mrs. Washington's wedding slippers, which have not been exhibited at Mount Vernon in over 30 years and due to their fragile condition will not be on display for many years to come.
January 15-19
Visit Gadsby's Tavern Museum, the location of Thomas Jefferson's Inaugural Banquet in 1801. At Alexandria's five-star hotel of the 18th century, tour and learn about early Alexandria and the evolution of the travel and hospitality industry. Then visit the Apothecary Museum at a special discount this weekend. Gadsby's Tavern is located on 134 N. Royal Street in Alexandria, Virginia.
HISTORIC ALEXANDRIA HISTORY CENTER & MUSEUM
January 15-19
Don't miss the newest store in George Washington's hometown, the Historic Alexandria History Center and Museum Store. Learn about Alexandria's varied history through exhibits and hands-on activities, plus take advantage of a special discount of 10% off all purchases from January 15-19. The Historic Alexandria History Center and Museum Store is located on 101 N. Union Street in Alexandria, Virginia.
STABLER-LEADBEATER APOTHECARY MUSEUM
January 15-19
Visit the S
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