HuffPost Party Pictures From Inside The Ball (PHOTOS)

HuffPost counted down to the inauguration Monday night with a big party at the Newseum in Washington, DC. Sting, Will.i.am, Sheryl Crow joined Arianna on stage to give a rousing welcome to the new era.

See red carpet pictures here

PHOTOS FROM INSIDE:

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Will.i.am, Arianna, Sheryl Crow and Sting