PIC Announces Additional Organizations to Participate in 57th Inaugural Parade
WASHINGTON – Today, the Presidential Inaugural Committee (PIC) announced additional organizations that have accepted invitations to march in the 57th Inaugural Parade.
The full list of organizations that have accepted an invitation to march in the historic parade, including the more than twenty groups announced yesterday, can be found HERE.
“The talented groups chosen to participate in the Inaugural Parade reflect the spirit, values, and diversity of our great nation,” said President Obama. “Vice President Biden and I are honored to have them join us in the parade.”
Participants in the parade will follow the traditional route down Pennsylvania Avenue from 4th Street past the White House. President Obama and Vice President Biden, along with their families, will watch the parade from the reviewing stand across from Lafayette Park.
Organizations wishing to participate in the parade submitted online applications to the Joint Task Force – National Capital Region (JTF-NCR). The deadline for submissions was November 30, 2012. Applications were reviewed by the Presidential Inaugural Committee with the assistance of the JTF-NCR, including members of several of the military bands, who used their expertise to help assess the presentation skill of marching bands, musical acts and drill teams.
All participants in the Inaugural Parade are responsible for paying their own lodging and transportation to and from Washington, D.C. The PIC has been working closely with area governments and civic organizations to facilitate access to affordable accommodations.
Invitations are being made and accepted as part of an ongoing process, so please check the website for further additions to the list.
Fergus Falls High School Marching Band
Fergus Falls, Minnesota
