A Virginia museum will swear in a new group of American citizens on Presidents’ Day as part of its festivities to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Judge David J. Novak will give the oath of allegiance to the United States at 11 a.m. on Monday at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture in Richmond.
The applicants are required to vow to support the Constitution, defend the country and bear arms or perform service, if required.
The naturalization ceremony is free to attend and open to the public. Seating is on a first come basis. Overflow seating will be available.
There are entrance requirements, and all people attending will be screened for prohibited items including weapons and combustible materials. No purses, backpacks or hats are allowed in the courtroom.
Patriotic music will be offered by the Richmond Brass Consort at a reception following the event.
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The VMHC event is held in partnership with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
A collection of presidential-related items will be on display for the day in the E. Clairborne Robins Jr. Research Library. Activities that will follow the ceremony include a presidential-themed scavenger hunt and a civics knowledge contest.
More information is available online.
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