Sister City 2019

MARCH 23 - 27​, 2019

Since 2010, Marion has been taking part in a Sister City program to provide global connections and exchanges between the international city of Kanie Town, Japan and the residents of Marion, IL.  Regardless of the 6,000 mile distance, this relationship has grown stronger over the years.  Each year, the communities schedule alternating visits to learn about business, education, and cultural differences.   

The visiting delegations are made up of leaders and students from each community.  The students stay with host families, enabling them to take in as much culture as possible.

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2018 visit highlights

Sister City Sponsors

Special Thanks
State Senator Dale Fowler
​State Representative Dave Severin

If you are interested in supporting the Sister City program, please call the chamber office at 618-997-6311.

Sponsor Registration Form

2019 visit schedule

SATURDAY - Delegation Arrival
SUNDAY - Outdoor Recreation
MONDAY - Education & Civic Tours
TUESDAY - Industrial & Historical Tours
WEDNESDAY - Delegation Farewells