The Maridon Museum will host the Pittsburgh chapter of Ikebana International for an introductory class in a unique method of Japanese flower arrangement.

The class will be from 10 a.m. to noon June 8 at the museum at 355 N. McKean St. in Butler and will focus on the Sogetsu Ikebana style, according to a news release from the Maridon.

The origins of ikebana can be traced back to the 6th century, when China introduced Buddhism to Japan.

Simple flower arrangements were seen as a way of honoring Buddha, and the practice became the more formalized art of ikebana.

Sogetsu is a school of ikebana founded in Japan in 1927 by artist Sofu Teshigahara, who wanted ikebana arranging to spread beyond formal capacities.

The class, which is $75, includes materials that can be taken home. Only 12 seats are available. Reservations, which are required, can be made by calling 724-282-0123.