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 (2021-2023). 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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2022 ANNIVERSARIES
Congratulations to all clubs celebrating
a special anniversary this year!
105 Years
Garden Club of Oak Park-River Forest
Lake Bluff Garden Club
95 Years
Garden Club of Downers Grove
75 Years
Evergreen Garden Club of Carbondale
70 Years
Anna-Jo Garden Club
Country Gardeners of Northfield
Town & Country Garden Club of Libertyville
65 Years
Four Seasons Garden Club of Evanston
Little Garden Club of Wilmette
Rock River Garden Club
50 Years
Garden Club of Lake Zurich
45 Years
Trenton Tumbleweeds
25 Years
Wheeling Garden Club
Please let us know if you are celebrating a special anniversary this year !
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.
Join us for the GCI
Flower Show on August 6-7
Click the image at the right to download the schedule!
Want to recognize someone who has made an impact on your club? Click below to find out how.
Click on image below to see how
GCI members did in the
NGC 2020 Virtual Flower Show!
Check back for the 2022 GCI Flower Show Information
August 5 - 6
at the Chicago Botanic Gardens
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL
