Enhancing Business Success.
Strengthening Our Community.
Our mission is to be a recognized leader for our members and community and to stimulate a healthy business climate through programs and services that strengthen our community as well as directly benefit our members and enhance their business success.
Solar Eclipse Experience in Centralia, Illinois
The Total Eclipse of April 8, 2024, will run its way through Mexico, across the continental United States, and make its way across Canada. Southern Illinois is amongst the best places to witness this rare wonder of the natural world.
Come to Centralia, Illinois, to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime event.
Community Partners
By investing in our organization, we will advocate for your business. We communicate with local civic organizations and government agencies to promote positive business growth for the greater Centralia area.
The Greater Centralia Community
The Greater Centralia area covers four counties: Marion, Clinton, Jefferson, and Washington counties in Illinois; and includes members from cities: Centralia, Central City, Wamac, Carlyle, Dix, Greenville, Highland, Hoffman, Irvington, Mt. Vernon, Odin, Salem, Sandoval, Walnut Hill, and others. We work in partnerships with local municipalities, schools, and civic organizations. The Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce actively supports regional growth and education through the above mentioned inclusive partnerships.
With over 300 members, our chamber of commerce consists of locally owned businesses, home-based businesses, corporate retail and industrial operations, hospitals, financial institutions, and manufacturers. As we work with each member, we offer opportunities to meet their individualized needs and help them strive for their goal of success.
The value of a chamber membership is not solely based on the participation of the member. The Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce focuses on building relationships and improving communication with and between our members. Legislative and political issues are met with integrity and diplomacy, offering views from both sides of issues, while maintaining the best interest of the business climate in our greater community.
Become A Member
As a business in the greater Centralia area, you depend on the growth and prosperity of our community and workforce. It is very difficult to change the business climate by yourself, but as a part of the Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce you can make a difference!
Balloon Fest
Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival held in Foundation Park the 3rd full weekend in August. 35 hot air balloons. Balloon flights. 2 balloon glows. Musical Entertainment. Craft Vendors. Food Vendors. Children's Activity Area. Car Shows. August 16-17-18, 2024
Event Calendar
Stay up-to-date with events happening in the Greater Centralia Area.
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Shop Local
Choosing to spend your dollars at local shops nurtures and grows the community. It’s that simple. When your money stays local- your money builds local. We are calling on YOU to be a part of this community’s transformation and #ShopLocal