Presidential inaugurations

Actor Phil Harris served as a Master of Ceremony and performed with actress Alice Faye at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.

Comedians Bud Abbott and Lou Costello performed at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949. This photo was originally used to promote the Universal motion picture "Mexican Hayride."

Singer Gene Archer performed at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.

Singer and actress Lena Horne performed the song "Stormy Weather" at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.

Opera singer Lawrence Tibbett participated in the inaugural events held January 1949.

Conductor Lieutenant Colonel George S. Howard directed the United States Air Force Band during a performance at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.

Actress Margaret O'Brien performed at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.

Comedic actress Joan Davis performed at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949. This photo is a still from the RKO motion picture "George White's Scandals."

Conductor Captain Hugh Curry directed the United States Army Band during a performance at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.

Conductor Phil Spitalny directed the Hour of Charm All-Girl Orchestra during a performance at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.