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Horses + Art: A Formula for Community Wellness

AHHS Provids at-risk horses a lifetime home while supporting our community through high-quality art, nature, and equine-assisted classes and experiences.

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Our Difference

We’re flipping the script on equine therapy by teaching people to use trauma-informed care for our horses first, and by introducing the basics of equine communication to strengthen connection—to ourselves and to our community.

Art is an essential part of wellness at AHHS. Creative expression calms the nervous system, supports emotional release, and offers a meaningful way to explore and translate inner experiences. Art becomes a bridge—linking mind, body, spirit, and the quiet wisdom of our herd.

Here, peacocks drift past, silkies cuddle close, and greeter goats bring the giggles… while artistic adventures deepen connection to yourself and to our equine partners.

At AHHS, these experiences grow into authentic self-connection, confidence, and true joy.

Classes + Events

Join our heart-centered, high-quality
art programming.

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Experience our horses and nature
through your heart. 

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We are 100% run by volunteers.

Every dollar goes to our rescued animals and community programming.

Upcoming Events

Our Community Programs

MEET OUR HERD

Susanna Meyer

Magnifying Abilities Specialist‬ ‭

Community Education - ISD 112‬​

“A model of compassion and inclusion, AHHS helps people of all abilities find belonging and wellness through creative connection.”

Lucas Olson

Manager of Program Events

Big Brothers Big Sisters - Minneapolis

"Art, Heart & Hoofbeats Sanctuary creates magical, healing experiences where youth and mentors reconnect, grow, and rediscover belonging through horses, art, and community."

Mary R.

AHHS Ambassador Program

“Beside horses, I found my breath again—and with it, my calm.”

Our Donors & Partners

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The Powerful Bond Between Humans and Horses

A growing body of evidence shows
that the unique human-horse connection 
improves the physical and mental health
of both species and artistic creation doubles the impact.

2024 Conference: Animal assisted therapy - impact on human health and future prospectsAt: Kaunas, Lithuania

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Join Us to Sustain Our Mission

Your support keeps our horses thriving and our community growing, creating a place where art, healing and connection can flourish.

Ways to Get Involved

Join us in creating a ripple of compassion, connection, and growth.

Take a class
Horse Education
Purchase Fine Art

Contact Us

13735 County Road 43,

Cologne, MN 55322

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Art, Heart & Hoofbeats 

Cologne, MN

501(c)3 EIN 93-3118987

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