Central Illinois
Orchid Society Grow Your Passion
About Us
Central Illinois Orchid Society was founded in 1958 in Champaign, Illinois. 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:
Upcoming Events
August: No meeting
September 8:
Orchid Conservation--Dr. Larry Zettler from the Orchid Recovery Program will discuss Orchid Conservation. 6:30 P.M. at Hessel Park Church, 700 W. Kirby, Champaign.
September 19-21:
32nd Annual Chicagoland Orchid Fest.
8:00am - 5:00pm Friday & Saturday, 10:00am - 3:00pm Sunday. Hosed by Orchids by Hausermann of Villa Park, IL and Natt's Orchids of Naperville, IL.
Visit two different, interesting and unique orchid nurseries located within a 40 minute drive. Free Admission and Free Parking. Special sale items & refreshments available at both locations. Guest Growers at each location will be offering plants for sale from all over the world.
GRAND PRIZE DRAWING: Nursery Gift Certificates valued at $600 will be awarded at the festival's conclusion. Five winners will be drawn from participants who visit both locations during the festival weekend (first prize $250.00, second prize $150.00, third prize $100.00, fourth and fifth prizes each $50.00).
ORCHIDS BY HAUSERMANN: 2N134 Addison Road Villa Park IL. www.orchidsbyhausermann.com
NATT'S ORCHIDS: 24645 103rd St Naperville IL. www.nattsorchids.com
October 13:
Member Plant Auction, 2026 Executive Board Elections, short program to be announced. 6:30 P.M. at Hessel Park Church, 700 W. Kirby, Champaign.
November 8 or 9:
CIOS Annual Holiday Dinner--All members who attend will receive a free orchid!! Watch your email foor details and to register.
December:
No meeting in December. Happy Holidays!
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 on the form, or bring your completed form and payment to our next meeting. Come grow with us! Hope to see you soon.