ARTS & AGRICULTURE PROGRAMMING
Where Culture Walks, Art Speaks, and Community Gathers
"The place in which I’ll fit will not exist until I make it."
- JAMES BALDWIN -
Al' Umma Art Walk
The Al’Umma ArtWalk is not your average stroll. It’s an immersive, outdoor gallery experience nestled in the woods of Porte NOIRE Gardens—where nature meets paintbrush, rhythm meets roots, and every path tells a story.
From interactive installations to living murals, musical pit stops, and hands-on stations (yes, you can dig for fossils, paint or build your own masterpiece, or make your own mushroom log!), this walk is a celebration of ancestral brilliance, indigenous wisdom, and the vibrant voices of our community.
Whether you're vibing with the goats, planting a seed, or uncovering hidden messages in the trees—this is where art moves, memory speaks, and everyone belongs.
Come Curious. Leave Inspired. Walk With Us. *Meet our Art Walk Artists in the Al'Umma Artist's Zone
Brushes and Beatz
Each session fuses art with music, featuring rotating musical themes that inspire the canvas and set the vibe. One night you’re painting to The Beatles at Brushes & Beatles, the next you might be vibing with neo-soul, 90s hip-hop, or smooth jazz under the stars. One day we can be painting canvas's and the next making a terrarium.
Whether you're a seasoned artist or just here for the wine and the vibes, we’ve got your creative soul covered. Grab your friends, pick up a brush, pour a glass, and let the beat move your masterpiece.
New theme every time. Watch the Event Calendar for the next one! —This is an art party you don’t want to miss!
Upcycle Art Project
Welcome to the Outdoor Upcycle Art Studio at Porte NOIRE Gardens, where imagination meets sustainability!
The Outdoor Upcycle Art Studio is more than just a place to make cool sculptures—it’s a movement in motion. Guests of all ages are invited to dig through our treasure trove of reclaimed materials—think scrap metal, pipes, windows, wood off-cuts, and random finds—and transform them into bold, expressive works of art.
Each creation is a celebration of reuse, reminding us that art can spark change. This studio teaches the beauty of giving discarded items a second life, showing how small acts of upcycling help reduce waste and protect our planet.
And here’s the best part—every upcycle artist will:
- Be featured on our website artist gallery
- Share a short bio and the story behind their piece
- Be invited to our End-of-Year Art Gala & Exhibit
- Have the opportunity to sell or donate their sculpture as part of our permanent Al’Umma ArtWalk collection
Whether you’re making a statement, a creature, or just having fun—this studio proves conservation and creativity go hand-in-hand.
It’s messy. It’s meaningful. It’s 100% your masterpiece. Schedule your Upcycle Studio Time Here!
Porte Zen Pen -
Goat Grams
Looking for an unforgettable, feel-good experience? Say hello to the most udderly adorable way to brighten someone’s day!
Visit our friendly herd at the Zen Pen @ The Porte during open hours for goat cuddle sessions that melt stress and spark smiles. Whether you're winding down your week or bringing the kids out for farm fun, our goats are here for all the love, laughter, and photo ops.
Fall in love with our goats? You’re not alone.
Now you can send that same joy to someone else with a Goat Gram—a mobile cuddle session that delivers one of our sweet, social goats straight to your home, office, event, or classroom! Perfect for birthdays, staff wellness days, school visits, or random acts of goatness.
Each Goat Gram includes:
- A visit from one or more of our friendly, trained goats
- Fun farm facts & eco-education
- Time for petting, photos, and pure joy
Rooted in our mission of community connection and agricultural education, Goat Grams are the perfect way to bring nature a little closer—one bleat at a time.
Book your Goat Gram today… because happiness has hooves.
Step into the soul of the forest—where creativity blooms and culture leads the way.
Not your typical paint-and-sip—it’s a whole mood.
Where creativity meets conservation—and junk becomes genius.
Endorphines on Demand
Ever wanted to paint in the wild instead of just painting the wild? At Porte NOIRE Gardens, we’re handing you the brush and turning the trails into your open-air studio with Art in the Park—a creative free-for-all where blank canvases pop up throughout the forest just waiting for your spark.
Roll solo, roll deep with your crew, or collaborate with strangers—we provide the canvas, the paints, and the brushes. You bring the vibe.
Every artist who participates will:
- Be featured on our website gallery
- Get to leave a short artist bio and story behind their work
- Be invited to our End-of-Year Art Gala & Exhibit
- Have the chance to sell or donate their piece to become part of the permanent Al’ Umma ArtWalk
Whether you're a seasoned artist or just wanna see what happens when creativity hits the forest floor—this is your moment to express, impress, and leave your mark!
Pop up. Paint up. Show up. The park is your canvas. Schedule Your Creator's Session TODAY!
Art In The Park
Free Your Mind and Create with Purpose
“Culture is not a luxury, it is a necessity.”
- GAO XINGJIAN -