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This page may be referred to as www.birmingham.gov.uk/chicago
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Chicago is the third largest city in the United States of America.
Situated in the state of Illinois adjoining Lake Michigan it forms a
major transport and business hub and gateway to the midwest. Famous for
its tall buildings and jazz, Chicago enjoys the status of a world city.
Chicago, known as the “windy city” (for political, not weather reasons), has a
population of 2.9million people. With an international reputation as a
centre for the arts, Chicago comprises a mixed population of white,
black, Hispanic and Asian citizens.
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Governed by a City Council of 50 Alderman (49 of which are Democratic),
Chicago’s leading politician is Mayor Richard M. Daley.
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Current and future activities include:
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A joint Associate Degree course between City Colleges
Birmingham and
the Harold Washington College.
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Teaching and learning activities between schools
and Education
Departments in both cities.
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Birmingham Symphonic Winds band participating
in the prestigious
'Midwest Clinic'.
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Joint ventures between young disabled filmmakers.
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Co-operation between the Gallery 37`s of each city.
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An exchange of photographic exhibitions.
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Participation in young playwright competitions.
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Professional development of social workers.
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Public library collaboration.
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Did you know that the term "jazz" was coined in Chicago in 1914?
A link to Chicago’s website is below.
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