First Lady Formalwear Contest

Design Michelle Obama's Inauguration Ball Gown

Inaugural Gown Design contest hosted by the Washington Post. The entry deadline is January 6th, so it's to late to start a design now, but you can view others design ideas for the new First Lady here..

For Inauguration Events and Inaugural info visit The Zone Inaugural Guide

Forget those old prices - Time for a deal on Inauguration Rentals

Here's an interesting article from the Washington City Paper. Necessary reading for anyone considering renting a private residence in the Washington DC area during Inauguration Week.

Of the roughly 550 listings on inauguralhomes.com, a paid classified website devoted to Inauguration rentals, only 5 percent have been snatched up, according to the site’s co-founder, Kevin Diamond.

And other residents who posted their properties on Craigslist are finding the market weak.

read article washingtoncitypaper.com

For the guide to: Inauguration Day Washington DC 2009 click here