TribeX Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2021, originally established as a space for innovation in multiple creative disciplines; has evolved as an advocator for environmental stewardship and education, promoting sustainable living and community empowerment through hands-on projects. Tribe X Museum's Green initiatives include MayBelle Fields a regenerative and sustainable Lavender and Herb Farm, our Garden Stewards Program, and future Urban Food Forest Project , and EcoFarms Collective—these initiatives aim to transform community perceptions about nature, support green space sustainability, and foster food sovereignty in historically neglected communities. By integrating permaculture, sustainable farming, and community engagement, we aim to help create a more resilient future for all of the planet inhabitants.
MayBelle Fields: Heart, Purpose & Community
Maybelle Fields is a regenerative lavender and herb farm that promotes ecological balance, community education, and food sovereignty through regenerative gardening and permaculture based practices.
1. Environmental Stewardship
Sustainable Farming: MayBelle Fields employs no-till farming methods to maintain soil structure and enhance soil health, effectively reducing erosion and boosting soil carbon sequestration
2. Education & Food Sovereignty
Local Production & Self-Reliance: By producing high-quality lavender and herbs locally, Tribe X Museum Gardens supports local horticulture, offering hands-on learning and agricultural research opportunities. This encourages a sense of community resilience in Caddo Parish, where over 24% of residents live in poverty.
3. Building Resilient Communities
Economic Benefits: The garden generates revenue through the sale of lavender and lavender-based products, supporting the local economy and creating job opportunities. By fostering partnerships with local businesses, the farm strengthens the region’s economic fabric.
MayBelle Fields
Garden Stewards
The Garden Stewards Initiative is a program that provides essential, ongoing support to community gardens, ranches, and farms, helping to ensure their long-term vitality and sustainability. The initiative connects these green spaces with permaculture and gardening students who contribute by completing necessary projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience while enhancing the health and productivity of these vital community resources.
In many neighborhoods, community gardens are the only available growing spaces and play a critical role in mitigating the environmental impacts of industry. However, they often operate on limited budgets and rely heavily on volunteer efforts from community members, students, and retirees, which can compromise their sustainability over time.
The Garden Stewards Initiative addresses this challenge by forging partnerships with organizations dedicated to sustainable gardening and environmental stewardship. Through this collaboration, Garden Stewards volunteers not only strengthen their skills in plant identification and harvesting but also contribute to the health and longevity of these community spaces. By promoting practical permaculture and regenerative gardening methods, the program supports environmental remediation efforts while advancing food sovereignty and empowering communities to take control of their local food systems. This initiative is a vital step toward creating a greener, more resilient future for urban and rural areas alike.
Near Future initative - The Urban Food Forest Projects aim to revitalize abandoned city lots by transforming them into thriving food forests that serve as both productive landscapes and educational spaces. These food forests are designed to mimic natural ecosystems, incorporating a variety of edible plants—including trees, shrubs, herbs, vines, and ground covers—arranged in layers to enhance biodiversity and maximize productivity.
In collaboration with Land Banks and community programs, Tribe X Garden converts neglected urban spaces into sustainable ecosystems that not only produce food but also offer hands-on learning opportunities. Community members are invited to participate in agricultural education, gaining valuable skills in plant identification, harvesting, and gardening.
Additionally, the Urban Food Forest Project addresses environmental concerns by improving soil health and helping to remediate damaged land. Currently, Tribe X is working to secure lots in Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; and Shreveport, Louisiana, where these food forests will serve as resilient community resources for food security and environmental regeneration.
Urban Food Forests
Eco Farms Collective
The EcoFarms Collective is a future initiative dedicated to building and promoting successful urban farms and gardens through shared resources, expertise, and collaborative leadership.
The collective aims to address the challenges faced by beginning and aspiring farmers—particularly those in urban settings—who often lack the resources and knowledge needed to establish a sustainable farm business. By fostering access to land ownership and offering education in sustainable farming practices, the EcoFarms Collective supports historically disadvantaged communities, empowering them to cultivate viable agricultural enterprises.