
The 45th Anniversary Sister City Series: Beihai
Tulsa and Beihai have shared a Sister City partnership since 1987, built on student exchanges, cultural events, and growing library and art collaborations. Under the leadership of Dr. Alpha Zhang, this connection continues to thrive and brings the Pearl of the South China Sea a little closer to home.

Mwanza Comes to Tulsa: A Historic Visit, A Promising Future
Tulsa recently welcomed a distinguished delegation from Mwanza, Tanzania, to celebrate the official launch of our newest Sister City partnership and the first on the African continent. From signing ceremonies and cultural tours to community gatherings and heartfelt conversations, the week highlighted the power of international friendship and mutual exchange.

A Season of Utsunomiya: Sister City Partnership in Full Bloom
This spring, Tulsa was in full bloom with cultural celebrations, student exchanges, and cherry blossoms—all in honor of our Sister City, Utsunomiya, Japan. From postcards to samurai armor, explore how this long-standing partnership brought global connection to life across Tulsa.

Japanese Events Across Tulsa: Win a Trip & Send Postcards to Utsunomiya!
Alongside our community partners at Philbrook, Gathering Place, and Tulsa Botanic Garden, TGA is supporting a Spring and Summer of Japanese-inspired events all across Tulsa! Win a trip to Utsunomiya & Tokyo, send postcards to students in Utsunomiya while admiring OK’s largest collection of cherry blossom trees, and enjoy the OK debut of Florigami in the Garden!