Denver Art Unites International Communities Denver’s dedication to international friendships is beautifully expressed through our public art installations across the city. These works of art bring to life the stories, culture, and connections shared with our sister city communities locally and globally. Denver Sister Cities promotes educating the public...
Denver Sister Cities was honored to host a delegation from Takayama, Japan, Denver’s second oldest and cherished sister city relationships. This gathering marked another chapter in the 64-year-long friendship that began in 1960. The delegation, including students from Takayama Technical High School, was warmly received by Denver Mayor Mike...
0:00 /1:24 1× This year’s 50th Annual 9News Parade of Lights was a night of celebration, culture and friendship as the historic Yatai float, gifted by Takayama, Japan, in 1964, returned to Denver’s streets. For the first time, the Yatai, a symbol of Takayama’s centuries-old...
On December 6, 2024, two alumni of the Denver Young Ambassador program represented Denver Sister Cities International (DSCI) at a prestigious event at the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C. This opportunity, focused on youth exchanges between the United States and China, highlighted the critical role of young leaders in...
Denver Sister Cities is thrilled to announce an extraordinary moment in our 64+ year friendship with Takayama, Japan 🇯🇵🇺🇸. The iconic Takayama yatai float will make its dazzling debut in the 50th annual Parade of Lights! Watch the 9News Story This breathtaking float, originally gifted to Denver in 1964, is a...
A Global-Inspired Playground Comes to Life Denver Parks & Recreation is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the newly renovated playground at City of Potenza Park! As one of Denver's ten Sister City parks, this vibrant space celebrates the rich cultural connection between Denver and Potenza, Italy,...
Honoring a Legacy of Compassion and Advocacy On a crisp morning, dedicated individuals gathered in Denver to commemorate the Coalition Against Global Genocide's (CoAGG) 16th Anniversary Breakfast. The event was a powerful testament to the commitment of individuals and organizations in the fight against crimes against humanity and...
