In this article, you´ll find the official schedule for the inauguration of America´s 44th president in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2009.

Can´t make it to DC? You can still take part in the inaugration of Barack Obama with the purchase of commemorative DC Metro SmarTrip cards and one-day passes.

The inauguration of America's 44th President will be in Washington, DC January 20th. Do you have a ticket? Have you made your plans for travel? This article tells you about some of the alternative events.

While on vacation, explore the city of New York and the publishing industry with Andrea Sachs in The Devil Wears Prada.

On your next trip, try to beat even the early-bird crowds with the savvy travel advice you'll find here.

Oprah book club selection writer Barbara Kingsolver is among the MidAtlantic´s most revered artists. The Bean Trees is one of Kingsolver´s earlier works, but it is no less satisfying to read even today.

A biography of the Delaware senator and vice-president elect. He´s a small-towm hero from New Castle. Read more to learn more.

This article features an interview with actress Roz White, star of Pearl Bailey...By Request. She speaks of her career as an actress and her impetus for writing Pearl Bailey...By Request.

Enjoy the soulful sounds of the legendary Pearl Bailey in this world premiere MetroStage production of Pearl Bailey...By Request. The show runs now until Nov. 10th.

The Smithsonian metro stop isn't the only stop on the Washington, DC metro where you can find a collection of great museums and galleries all at one stop. The DuPont Circle metro stop on the Red Line offers a great collection of artistic alternatives.