Central Illinois

Orchid Society Grow Your Passion

Based in Champaign, Illinois, we are an eclectic group of novice to veteran orchid enthusiasts who invite you to explore and share your love of this diverse, expansive family of flowering plants.

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The Orchid Society
The Orchid Society

About Us

Based in Champaign, Illinois, Central Illinois Orchid Society was founded in 1958. We are a diverse group of people interested in growing and/or enjoying orchids. We welcome anyone to attend our meetings and events, whether you have never grown an orchid or you are an experienced grower.

OUR MISSION IS TO:

  • 1. Exchange orchid-related information among orchid hobbyists;
  • 2. Provide a forum for disseminating orchid-growing information through educational programs offered to our members and the public;
  • 3. Support local and global orchid conservation efforts;
  • 4. Enjoy the fellowship of others who share a fascination with orchids.
The Orchid Society

Announcements and Upcoming Events

November 9th:

CIOS Member Holiday Dinner. Start your holiday celebrating early—each member who attends will receive a free orchid! This event will be Saturday November 9 starting at 4 PM at the Bread Company in Urbana (it’s near Krannert). http://thebread.co/. Joanne will send details by email. 

December: 

No meeting. Happy holidays--see you in 2025!

Save the date . . . 

Saturday, March 14th:  CIOS' Annual Show and Sale. 

The Orchid Society
The Orchid Society

JOIN US

We invite you to join the Central Illinois Orchid Society. Annual membership is only $30 for the first member and $50 for a couple. Click here for a printable form. Please mail your completed form and check as directed, or bring your completed form and payment to our next meeting. Hope to see you soon!