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Porte NOIRE is CPR
Your favorite safe space to Connect, Protect and Reset
"Nature has given us all the pieces required to achieve exceptional wellness and health, but has left it to us to put these pieces together."
- DIANE McLAREN -
Porte NOIRE Gardens is all about creating
an environment,
where everyone is seen, heard and welcomed to bring their unique cultures, backgrounds, traditions and good vibes to the table!
As a black-owned business, Porte NOIRE Gardens is determined to bridge the gap between underserved and underrepresented communities and their relationship with nature, accessibility to farming experience, growing healthy foods and appreciation of The Arts. We Aim to be a safe space for all. At The Porte we are igniting curiosity and appreciation for humanity, culture, ecosystems, landscapes, conservation, agriculture, forestry, and all the wellness benefits!
Who WE Are
Our Mission
Porte NOIRE Gardens is on a mission to strengthen our community by using the power of Arts & Agriculture as a unifier; bringing together people from all walks of life to connect, co-create, conserve, and cultivate.
Our Vision
We envision a thriving cultural sanctuary rooted in equity, shared experiences, sustainability, and community, where farming meets the arts, wellness meets spirituality, and every person feels seen, heard, and inspired.
Our Focus
Our work centers around cultivating a safe, vibrant space that reconnects people with nature, promotes cultural exploration and natural wellness, encourages creative expression and provides opportunities for leadership, skills building and economic sustainability.
We design programs and events that:
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Empower youth and emerging leaders through hands-on learning and mentorship
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Bridge the gap for underrepresented communities in farming and outdoor access
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Infuse cultural wellness into regenerative land-based practices
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Celebrate diversity through art, storytelling, food, and collective experiences
The Invitation
Come vibe with us.
Whether you're planting seeds, painting murals, drumming under the stars, learning a new skill, or breaking bread with neighbors, we're outside, together!
This is a place where culture & creativity thrive in the soil, Zen Vibez are Always Welcome.
“Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for kindness”
– LUCIUS ANNAEUS SENECA –
“We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry are equal in value no matter what their color.”
– MAYA ANGELOU –
“No man can become rich without himself enriching others”
– ANDREW CARNEGIE –
