Flower arranging in Japan is a disciplined and meditative art form. It embodies ideals that for the Japanese govern the essence of taste and beauty, enable harmony with nature, and yield insight into how to cultivate personal tranquility amid the vagaries of human existence.

We will introduce the story and teachings of Ikebana from their beginnings in the 15th century, and demonstrate some of the basic arrangement methods that have emerged since, in different schools of this still-evolving tradition.

This event illuminating the spirit of Ikebana and the skills to practice takes place on Sunday, January 12, at 1:00 pm and is free with regular Gardens admission.