The Austin-Gwangmyeong Committee focuses on economic development and performing arts exchanges. The committee has a particular focus in music and organizes frequent visits from Korean musical groups to Austin and vice versa.
Gwangmyeong is located in western Kyonggi Province, about 9 miles from Seoul. The city is a gateway for the metro area and is a hub for culture and arts. Annual events held in the city include the Ori Culture Festival, Mt. Gureum Art Festival and Music Valley Festival.
Partnership Outcomes:
- 25 Gwangmyeong high school students studied at Austin Community College's Riverside Campus in the summer of 2012
- Performances by many Korean bands and orchestras in Austin, including at SXSW
- An exhibit titled “Song of Korea” at the Austin Children’s Museum
Additional Information:
Please contact Dr. SungEun Park for additional information about the Austin-Gwangmyeong sister city relationship. More information can also be found at www.austinsistercities.com/gwangmyeong-southkorea
See the complete list of Austin's sister cities at the Sister and Friendship Cities Program main page.