Eagle & Child Society

A Fellowship of Thoughtful Conversation
Conversation. Community. Ideas worth examination.

Inspired by the legendary gatherings of C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and the rest of the Inklings at Oxford’s Eagle & Child pub, the Eagle & Child Society (E&CS) brings that same spirit of lively, thoughtful conversation to Chicago.

We meet monthly at The Kilns in downtown Wheaton to explore a provocative topic or question over good food, drink, and fellowship. Our aim is to create a space where everyone and anyone is welcome to join the dialogue, share ideas, ask hard questions, and enjoy authentic community.

Whether you're deeply thoughtful or just deeply curious, E&CS is for people who want to think well and live wisely—together.

Join the conversation.

Come as you are. Bring a friend. Join the conversation.