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Welcome
to the online home of The Garden Clubs of Illinois, Inc.

The Garden Clubs of Illinois currently has approximately 6500 members in 146 clubs, an additional 12 affiliate plant societies, arboretums and similar organizations, and 3 Junior Clubs in Illinois. Founded in 1927, we are a charter member of National Garden Clubs, Inc., an international organization that is the largest volunteer gardening organization in the world. We are a part of its Central Region. Wander through this site. Find out what we do. Check on educational opportunities. Learn how to join a garden club. Contact us through our Headquarters via this site, mail, telephone or e-mail.

Diane Dawson  was elected the GCI State President at the 2023 state convention. She will hold a two year term (2023-2025). Her theme is:

"Let's Grow Together Illinois, Plant America".

President Dawson is asking every club to invite guests to your local club meetings as her state  project focuses on growing our membership.

 

Mission Statement
In cooperation with National Garden Clubs, Inc., The Garden Clubs of Illinois, Inc. provides education, resources, and additional networking opportunities for its members to promote the love of gardening, floral design, civic beautification and development, as well as environmental responsibility.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED

to OCTOBER 12!

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Check out the new items available from GCI!

2024 ANNIVERSARIES

Congratulations to all clubs celebrating

a special anniversary this year!

105 Years

Tri-City Garden Club

100 Years

Glencoe Garden club

Peoria Garden Club

Woodstock Garden Club

95 Years

Algonquin Garden Club

Garden Study Club of Hinsdale

Itasca Garden Club

Lincolnwood Garden Club of Evanston

Naperville Garden Club

Park Ridge Illinois Garden Club

Springfield Civic Garden Club

St. Clair County Garden Club

Waukegan Garden Club/Douglas Chapter

85 Years

Edwardsville Garden Club

Woodley Garden Club

75 Years

Countryside Garden Club of Crystal Lake

Garden Club of Bensenville

Lemont Garden Club

Northbrook Garden Club

70 Years

Garden Club of Park Forest

Violet Garden Club of Glen Ellyn

60 Years

Kankakee Valley Garden Club

Twig & Bloom Garden Club

55 Years

Buffalo Grove Garden Club

45 Years

Four Seasons Garden Club of Barrington

35 Years

Schaumburg Garden Club

 

30 Years

Antioch Garden Club

25 Years

Rolling Meadows Garden Club

20 Years

McHenry Garden Club

Thyme to Garden
 

Please let us know if you are celebrating a special anniversary this year!

GCI Hosts

The Central Region Convention

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Click below to access the

registration form on the Events page.

Still time to Register!

Send it now!

The deadline has been extended to October 12!!

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Looking for Something to Do?

Check out our Events Details Page!

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2024 GCI Summer Meeting

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District IX Co-Directors, Diane Freeman & Nancy Reese with speaker Mike Nowak.  Check back for other photos from the day.

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Want to recognize someone who has made an  impact on your club?  Click below to find out how.

GCI

Conservation Pledge

 

I pledge to uphold the principles

of the Garden Clubs of Illinois -

the beautification of our state,

kept void of litter,

the protection of all wildlife

and the conservation of its natural resources for present and future generations.

Would you or someone you know want to offer programs to our clubs?  Click the button below to contact our Programs Book Chairman!

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