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From the official inauguration website:

"The Swearing-in ceremony takes place on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol with the president-elect being sworn-in by 12 noon on January 20. Amendment XX to the U.S. Constitution states that the term of the President expires at noon on January 20."

Here is the link to the information:

http://inaugural.senate.gov/2009/ceremony.cfm

And on a side note, it's a shame you have to read some of these other "answers," Valerie. I'm not sure how old you are, but if you're starting to take an interest in politics (good on you!), you'll quickly realize that there are many bitter, sad people who refuse to be happy for other people and their accomplishments. Just let their hatefulness roll off your back, and use them as an example of the type of person you do NOT want to become. I pity them.