Ikebana International Melbourne: Annual Exhibition

14 Sep 2024 ‐

15 Sep 2024

10:30 am ‐ 4:30 pm

Demonstrations | 14 Sep
$30 Adult
$25 Concession
$15 National Trust & Ikebana Members

Open House | 15 Sep
$25 Adult
$20 concession
Free for National Trust Members

VIC

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Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 September 2024

Saturday (Demonstrations): 10.30am, 12.15pm & 2.00pm.
Sunday (Open Day): 10.30am - 4.00pm

Labassa Mansion, Caulfield North

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Discover the timeless traditions of Japanese floral art in the stunning surroundings of Labassa Mansion.

Held over two days, the Ikebana International Melbourne Annual Exhibition is an opportunity to learn more about Japanese traditional floral art. Enjoy over 30 beautiful displays, Ikebana demonstrations and heritage tours learning more about Labassa’s unique Japanese influences.

This year’s Ikebana theme is Celebration celebrating the sustainable practice of this unique art form.

See below for the full weekend program. Places for the demonstrations are limited, so book your ticket online to secure your place.

This year marks Ikebana International Melbourne 65 years of teaching and exhibiting Ikebana in Melbourne. The Chapter represent the Ikebana Schools of: Ikenobo; Ichiyo School of Ikebana; Shogetsu koryu School of Ikebana; Sogetsu School; Ohara School of Ikebana; Wafu Teshigahara School of Ikebana.

Become a National Trust Member to receive discounted entry to the workshops, plus all the benefits of a Membership! Join today.

Information for Attendees

Please arrive 15 minutes before your demonstration time.
Pre-bookings are highly recommended to avoid disappointment.
Bottled water only may be consumed in the house.
Stilettos are not permitted to be worn inside of Labassa mansion.
Visitors are not permitted to park in Manor Grove.

Saturday Demonstrations

Ikebana Demonstration: Sustainability

Saturday 14 September, 10.30am

Ikebana International Melbourne is pleased to present a demonstration of Ikebana using the theme of Sustainability. In this session, you will learn how to create arrangements using sustainable materials and flowers. We will introduce you to the Japanese Cultural Art of Ikebana and its many different features. Enjoy our practising teacher from one of our many Ikebana Schools associated with Ikebana International Melbourne, as they lead you in understanding the sustainability aspect in Ikebana.

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Ikebana Demonstration: Celebration

Saturday 14 September, 12.15pm

Ikebana International Melbourne is pleased to present a demonstration using the theme of Celebration. In 2024, Ikebana International Melbourne celebrates 65 years of Ikebana in Melbourne. We will introduce you to the Japanese Cultural Art of Ikebana and its many different features. Enjoy our practising teacher from one of our Ikebana Schools associated with Ikebana International Melbourne to discover the many ways we use flowers to celebrate different occasions.

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Ikebana Demonstration: Seasons

Saturday 14 September, 2.00pm

Ikebana International Melbourne is pleased to present a demonstration using the theme of Seasons. We will introduce you to the Japanese Cultural Art of Ikebana and its many different features. Ikebana expressly uses seasonal materials and flowers to celebrate each particular season. Enjoy the many arrangements our practising teacher from one of our Ikebana Schools associated with Ikebana International as they show you the many ways you can enjoy Ikebana.

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Labassa Open Day

Sunday 15 September, 10.30am – 4.00pm
(Last entry 3.30pm)

Labassa’s ornately crafted and opulent interiors include Japanese-inspired embossed wallpapers, ebonised furniture, tiles and stained glass.

Wander the house or join a guided tour all the while enjoying stunning Ikebana arrangements, and learn more about Labassa’s unique Japanese influences.

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Plan your visit

Labassa

Address:

2 Manor Grove
Caulfield North 3161 VIC

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Please note: Parking is not permitted on Manor Grove.

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Sustainability Statement

Ikebana, a cultural art of Japan, has always been a sustainable art form

Vases are reused and shared by members over both the vase and a member’s lifetime. Used vases are then gifted or sold to new Ikebana enthusiasts. 

Ikebana practitioners learn fixing techniques that include kenzans (heavy weighted holders) that are reused endlessly. Other fixing techniques use natural plant material within a vase to hold the arrangement in the correct position. Ikebana does not use floral foam. 

For this year’s Exhibition, our exhibitors have used and reused found material from gardens. The flowers have been grown locally.