​​Ikebana International Chicago Chapter #27 

The Chicago Chapter of Ikebana International was founded in 1959. It began as a grassroots effort organized by Mary Takahashi through the encouragement of Ikebana International founder, Ellen Gordon Allen.  By October of 1959, the Chapter was officially recognized by Ikebana International as Chapter #27.

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The members would meet on a regular basis, forming friendships and sharing the same goal, to promote the Art. Chapter members do not belong to any one school or practice one Ikebana style. We are a consortium of many Ikebana schools. As a result, each artist's individuality is appreciated and respected because each artist brings something new to the table.

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Through our Ikebana exhibitions, demonstrations and workshops we enhance the relationship between different people by cultivating international understanding and goodwill.

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