Fort Wayne celebrates decades-old relationships with Sister Cities
Fort Wayne, Ind. – The City of Fort Wayne and Sister Cities partners from Gera, Germany and Takaoka, Japan will participate in an anniversary banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26 at the downtown Courtyard by Marriott, 1020 S. Calhoun St.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Fort Wayne-Gera relationship and the 35th anniversary between Fort Wayne and Takaoka. Collaborative efforts have included student exchanges, government delegation visits, cultural exchanges (musicians, artists, troupes) and exchanges between police and parks departments.
Guests from Gera and Takaoka will arrive in Fort Wayne today and will visit through Sunday. The Sister Cities partnership allows for economic and cultural opportunities, as well as educational exchanges.