More than 100 Minnesotans to become U.S. citizens at Government on Display Expo at Mall of America

WHAT: More than 100 adults and children will join in a public naturalization ceremony at Mall of America^® on Saturday, June 14 in the Rotunda.

The adults and children will become citizens of the United States at the Government on Display Expo, the largest government event ever staged inside an American mall held at Mall of America^® Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14.

Featuring more than 25 federal and state agencies, the two-day expo is intended to highlight what the agencies do on a daily basis along with what products and services they provide to the American Public.

A few of the agencies participating include the MN Army National Guard, Transportation Security Administration and the Minneapolis Passport Agency. Activities for kids include filling out passports, fitness demos and flight simulations. Guests can enjoy entertainment throughout both days including music by military veterans and the 451st Army Band.

For official event guidelines, visit www.mallofamerica.com/events.

VISUALS: Naturalization Ceremonies

Humvee on display

C130 Flight Deck on display

The Rotunda, Sears Court and Southeast Court filled with activities and learning stations

WHEN: Friday and Saturday, June 13 14, 2014

10 a.m. 9:30 p.m.

*Naturalization Ceremony: Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m. (Children) and 11 a.m. (Adults)

WHERE: Mall of America Rotunda, Southeast Court and Sears Court

About Mall of America

Mall of America is the nations largest retail and entertainment complex. At 4.2 million square feet, MOA is home to more than 520 world-class shops; Nickelodeon Universe®, the nations largest indoor family amusement park; SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium, a 1.2 million gallon walk-through aquarium; Moose Mountain Adventure Golf; Theatres at Mall of America® - a 14-screen movie theater with VIP theatre and more. The Mall opened in August of 1992 and is located in Bloomington, Minn., just minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. Follow Mall of America on Facebook and Twitter or visit our blog.

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SARAH SCHMIDT
Public Relations Manager
sarah.schmidt@moa.net | 952.883.8805
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