Birmingham Sister Cities

07/04/2026

Happy 250 America!

07/03/2026

Warm wishes to Birmingham for America’s 250 from Birmingham Sister City Vinnytsia, Ukraine. ❤️🙌 City of Birmingham Government Randall Woodfin

06/05/2026

Are you a Birmingham resident? Support one of your city's sister city relationships by taking part in our annual Tanabata wish exchange, in partnership with Birmingham Sister Cities !

From the Mayor of Maebashi, Akira Ogawa:

"With global conflict increasing in recent years, we believe international exchange, especially between sister cities, is more important than ever.

Therefore, as a part of the exchange between our two cities, and as a wish for peace throughout the world, we propose that citizens of both cities write their wishes and put them on display..."

Submit your wishes for "an end to global conflict, for the continued promotion of exchange and peace," or other related hopes and desires through this Google Form: https://forms.gle/gB6XEDNTHpRk5F5N9.

Your wish will be sent to the Maebashi Culture and International Affairs office, where it will be written on colorful paper and displayed during Maebashi's Tanabata festival celebration, July 10-12!

The deadline to submit wishes is June 16th - so don't wait, and take part in this important cultural exchange this Tanabata season.

05/20/2026

Attention City of Birmingham rising juniors and seniors! The International Duel Enrollment Academy application is now open on birminghamsistercities.org ! Apply by Monday!

04/12/2026

We hope you can join us today at UAB's Alys Stephens Center for The Modern Kimono Fashion Show and musical performance presented by Matsuno-Mori! Tickets are available at the box office.

04/09/2026

Thank you WBRC Fox 6!

Samford students showcase Kimono Art

04/08/2026

Thank you Bham Now - Birmingham’s modern media! We have a wonderful event planned celebrating Japanese fashion UAB's Alys Stephens Center this Sunday! 2 shows to choose from - see you then!

👘 NEED WEEKEND PLANS? Discover the history and cultural significance of the kimono with this modern fashion show presented by Samford students

03/21/2026

We are at the Cherry Blossom Festival at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens until 4pm! Come and see us!

Matsuno-Mori Fashion Show models and dresses are on display, come and see them up close!

11/05/2025

Dear Jennifer-san, Scotty-san,

I'm Kengo Tobita at Hitachi City Hall.
I hope this email finds you well.

As previously mentioned, the Hitachi International Culture Festival was held from October 30th to November 1st.
We held an exhibition introducing our sister cities using the photos you provided.
The visitors stopped to look intently at the captivating photos and we believe we were able to further deepen their understanding and interest in our sister cities.
Please find attached a record of the event.

We would like to continue our wonderful sister city exchange moving forward.
Kind regards,

Kengo Tobita
Hitachi City Hall

10/28/2025

See flyer for information on fundraiser and how you can help Jamaica!