About Us

Alexandria, Virginia and Caen, France have participated in shared cultural and educational exchanges since 1991 under the auspices of the Sister Cities International non-profit organization.

Today, the two cities nurture a bond of shared cultural engagement through activities including:

• Annual student exchanges,

• Intern Exchange,

• Annual D-day commemorative event,

• Lecture Series,

• Sending Alexandria delegations to Caen & hosting Caen delegations in Alexandria,

• Special Events.

We welcome French enthusiasts and those interested to know more about our programs to join the “Friends of Alexandria-Caen Sister Cities” by signing up to be on our email distribution list. Comments and suggestions for activities and/or fundraising events may be sent via email at alexandriacaen@gmail.com.  Please include your email address in the message.