Inauguration Day
THURSDAY
January 6th, 2011
11:00 a.m.
Swearing-In of Governor Patrick and Lt. Governor Murray (Free & Open to Public)
House Chamber – State House
Governor Patrick and Lt. Governor Murray will formally mark the start of their second term with a swearing-in ceremony inside the House Chamber of the State House. Though space in the Chamber is limited, members of the public are invited to watch from various areas within the State House that will be equipped with closed-circuit TV monitors.
1:30 p.m.
State House Open House (Free & Open to Public)
Grand Staircase – State House
Governor Patrick and Lt. Governor Murray are welcoming all members of the public to attend an open house at the State House directly following their swearing-in ceremony. Join them at the Grand Staircase under the golden dome for a meet and greet with entertainment and light refreshments. This event is free and open to the public. Please enter through the State House steps.
7:00 p.m.
Celebrate Massachusetts – Tickets Required – Purchase tickets here:
http://www.project351.com/inauguration.html (buy tickets $50 in right column)
Boston Public Library – Copley Sq. Boston
Join Governor Patrick and Lt. Governor Murray on Inauguration night at an historic landmark in downtown Boston. Enjoy exceptional food and entertainment, admire the storied architecture of the Boston Public Library, and mingle with fellow residents as they come together to Celebrate Massachusetts.
