Emerald Society of Illinois

We are the Irish American Police Association

Who Are We?

Founded in 1975, The Emerald Society of Illinois is comprised of Irish American Law Enforcement Officers in the State of Illinois.  The Emerald Society of Illinois Society is based in Chicago but has members coast to coast. The Emerald Society of Illinois was created for the promotion of Irish Culture and goodwill through various social events.

The Emerald Society of Illinois is a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization

Upcoming Events

Annual Oktoberfest co-hosted with GAPA and PAPA

Tuesday, September 10th, 2024

Dank Haus

4740 N. Western,
5th fl, Chicago, IL

Meeting – 7:00 pm

1/2 Way to St. Patrick's Day

Saturday, September 21st, 2024

Chicago F.O.P. Hall Lodge #7

1412 W. Washington
Blvd., Chicago, IL

Meeting – 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Annual Dinner & Awards Night

Saturday, November 2nd, 2024

Gaelic Park – Tara Room

6119 West 147th St.
Oak Forest, IL

Meeting – 6:00 pm

Our Sponsors

DIGI Search
Police Chaplains Ministry
McNabola
Loquercio
Cork & Kerry
McCarthy Byrnes
The Byrnes Group
Preferred Rate
Plumbers Local 130 U.A
Hibernian Radio
Curley Funeral Home