Changing Lives Through Horses

Ebony Horsewomen (EHI) is a one-of-a-kind equestrian and therapeutic center based in Hartford, Connecticut. Founded in 1984, we’ve transformed lives for over four decades through culturally competent equine-assisted psychotherapy, therapeutic riding, and youth development programs. Our mission is rooted in healing, empowerment, and creating opportunities for youth, families, adults, and military veterans in our community, using the powerful bond between humans and horses.

Who We Are

Since 1984, Ebony Horsewomen, Inc. has been more than just a stable; we’ve been a place of healing, purpose, and opportunity. As one of the only Black woman and veteran-owned equine therapeutic centers of our kind in the Northeast, we provide mental health services, youth leadership programs, and riding instruction rooted in cultural understanding and community care.

HEAL

 

Healing Horses Therapeutic Center

We provide equine-assisted psychotherapy services directly to clients and offer advanced, credit-earning professional development programs for therapists, horse specialists, and college students.

LEARN

 

EHI Community Resource Center

Our community youth programs (after school, weekends, and summers) include equine care, physical fitness, emotional well-being, and the importance of working with others – people and horses – to build relationships.

RIDE

 

EHI Equestrian Center

Register for group or individual lessons for riders of all levels, from beginners to advanced, ages 5 through adult. With an indoor riding ring and 15 miles of beautifully maintained trails in adjacent Keney Park, you can ride with us year-round.

WE’RE GROWING…

The Mary Fields Museum and Conference Center

 

The Mary Fields Museum &
Conference Center

Grand Opening scheduled for July 12, 2025

Our building is up! We're excited to enter the final stages of completing our new facility, which will provide much-needed education and meeting spaces for our community. The museum will honor Stagecoach Mary, a Black pioneer woman admired and respected for living life on her own terms and making valuable contributions to her community in post-Civil War Montana.


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