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!
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!
2024 GCI Summer Meeting
District IX Co-Directors, Diane Freeman & Nancy Reese with speaker Mike Nowak. Check back for other photos from the day.
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.