Richmond Petersburg, VA, September 17, 2026 —

More than 80 individuals officially became citizens of the United States during a naturalization ceremony held on Constitution Day. The event took place at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture, located in Richmond, Virginia.

The ceremony marked a significant milestone for each of the over 80 participants who took their oath of allegiance, completing their journey to U.S. citizenship. Among those sworn in, one new citizen shared their anticipation for the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, specifically noting their excitement about gaining the right to vote.

Further details regarding the specific date of the ceremony within the context of Constitution Day, the names of any officials present, or the total number of individuals who participated were not immediately available.

Constitution Day is observed annually on September 17th to commemorate the adoption of the United States Constitution. Naturalization ceremonies are conducted regularly across the country, facilitating the integration of new citizens into American society.



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