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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 1925, 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. Office hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Marilyn Krueger was elected the GCI State President at the 2021 state convention. She will hold a two year term (2019-2021). Her theme is:
"Plant America... Starting at Home".
President Krueger is continuing the effort to establish a Discovery Children's Garden in the Lincoln Memorial Garden in Springfield as well the Pollinator and Youth President's Projects.
Mission Statement of National Garden Clubs, Inc.
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 and environmental responsibility.
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2021 ANNIVERSARIES
Congratulations to all clubs celebrating
a special anniversary this year!
Elgin Garden Club 105 Years
Garden Club of Evanston 105 Years
Rockford Garden Club 105
Garden Club of Hinsdale 100 Years
Riverside Garden Club 100 Years
Lombard Garden Club 95 Years
Western Springs Garden Club 95 Years
Des Plaines Garden Club 90 Years
Garden Club of LaGrange Park 90 Years
Garden Club of LaGrange Park 90 Years
Tuesday Garden Club of Aurora 85 Years
Garden Guild of Winnetka 80Years
Bull Valley Garden Club 75 Years
Eldorado Garden Study Club 75 Years
Suburban Garden Club 75 Years
Highland Garden Club 70 Years
House & Garden Club 70 Years
Lakeview Garden Club 65 Years
Oak Lawn Garden Club 65 Years
Village Gardeners of Hinsdale 60 Years
Crestview Garden Club 55 Years
Long Grove Kildeer Garden Club 50 Years
Carbondale Garden Study Club 35 Years
Darien Garden Club 20 Years
If your club is celebrating an anniversary this year
and is not listed, please let us know!
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.