The chapter hosts workshops on the first Saturday of each month with exceptions for holidays, Visiting Professors or other big events. Additionally, beginners classes are held periodically.
For more information about our offerings, please contact Joan Volkmann, New Member Welcome Ambassador at
July 19, 2025
Forever in Bloom, A one day Ikebana exhibit (free)
Saturday July 19th, 10:00 - 5:00 pm
Champaign Public Library, Robeson Pavilion Room C
Enjoy viewing different styles of flower arrangements using summer flowers by local members of the Illinois Prairie Chapter. This one-day exhibit will feature two large ikebana in memory of Jane Mangrum and Nancy Benson, two members who passed away this last year. If you are curious about ikebana and would like to see members arranging in person, please come between 10:am and noon. The completed arrangements will be on display until 5 pm.
July 26-27, 2025
Anderson Japanese Gardens Summer Festival
Prairie Chapter will host a display and demonstration tent
August 9-12, 2025
Ikenobo Visiting Professor Workshop
Urbana, IL