Fairfax County Schools, Most Government Offices Closed During Presidential Inauguration

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA -- Next week during the presidential inauguration, on Friday, Jan. 20, Fairfax County Public schools, libraries and most government offices will be closed. Park authority facilities (rec centers) will be open, but historic sites Colvin Run Mill, Sully Historic Site and the historic house at Green Spring Garden will be closed.

A quick summary of what is open and closed on Inauguration Day, Jan. 20:

• Fairfax County Government (some services available; schedules vary) – Closed
• Fairfax County Public Schools – Student Holiday
• Federal Government (in designated jurisdictions; see note) – Closed
• Commonwealth of Virginia – Open

Also in Northern Virginia on Friday, Jan. 20, make note of area roadway closures for your commute:

Virginia Road Restrictions:

• I-395 HOV northbound lanes will close at 3 a.m. on Jan. 20. HOV lanes on I-395 will re-open southbound upon the conclusion of the Inaugural parade.
• I-395 main lanes and I-66 will be open to all traffic.
• Memorial Bridge will be open to pedestrian traffic and authorized vehicle traffic only.

Keep an eye on Patch for more stories coming up about road closures, Metro and bus schedules and more during the presidential inauguration.

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