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Inaugural Guide

Sunday, January 20, 2013

2013 Presidential Inauguration Survival Guide

If you're heading downtown any time this weekend, you'll need to know how to get in, get around and navigate the crowds. Free advice here!

While the crowds may not be as intense as in 2009, when an estimated 1.8 million people came to D.C. for President Barack Obama’s inauguration, there’s still a lot of info you need to know to survive the day. From Metro closures and changes to where to eat and how to stay warm, Patch has you covered. Do you live or work here in Fairfax Station? Keep up with local news by signing up for our free daily email newsletter! Transportation Metro – If you're driving to a metro station to take it into town, know that some metro stations will be closed, and some bus routes will be detoured. See our guide to taking Metro this weekend.  Driving – Driving is definitely not recommended. If you’re still thinking about driving downtown, be prepared to sit…

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