Upcoming Events
Member Meeting
Our next Member Meeting is on May 4. To Reserve your lunch, please click here
Member Orientation Materials
By going to our YouTube channel, new (and existing) members can quickly learn how to navigate our website and take advantage of member benefits. You must be a member and use the For Members password to gain access. If you have forgotten the password, CONTACT US.
EVENTS
We offer a diverse range of events throughout the year; some are Virtual and/or Free events open to everyone and give a taste of what we do. Three times a year, we have luncheons/demonstrations for members and their guests where great ikebana artists from around the world showcase their creative and inspiring designs. Stay informed about our upcoming events through our website and social media channels. Pictures of past events are on our Gallery pages.
Who are we
Founded in 1956, Ikebana International is a non-profit cultural organization dedicated to promoting and appreciating the art of ikebana. Today, there are 138 worldwide chapters in 44 countries and a membership exceeding 6,500.
The Washington, D.C. Chapter No.1 is proud to be the first chapter of Ikebana International outside of Tokyo, Japan. It was founded by the late Ellen Gordon Allen, whose goal was to unite people across the world through their love of nature and flowers. Chapter No.1 has over 280 members.
What is Ikebana
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement and one of the traditional arts of Japan, like painting, calligraphy, sculpture and bonsai, are arts. Ikebana is much more than floral decoration.
JOIN US
Join our worldwide network of Ikebana Artists, ready to share friendship through flowers. Membership offers many benefits.
Ikebana International Chapter No. 1 Washington, D.C. 