1. The Father of Our Country

2. 8 day/235 mi. trip from Mt. Vernon to the capital The trip took so long because of the pageantry

3. The Father of Our Country Philadelphia- Rode on a white horse toward the city Gray’s Ferry- a laurel wreath was dropped on his head Trenton- Choir of women sang & threw flowers New York- Church bells, people cheering, & cannon fire Washington’s inauguration Plain, brown suit Balcony of Federal Hall-Oath as president St. Paul’s Episcopal Church-Prayed for guidance, himself, & the republic