The Portico Study Center

08/27/2026

“We can’t thank you enough for letting us stay here. All weekend we couldn’t stop talking about how generous it is to have such a beautiful, quiet home and be willing to share it. We have gotten to sit together and truly connect without distractions. We walked in the morning dew, sat in the rain, and watched a beautiful meteor shower. I’m sure that living here for so long the magic becomes normal, but please know you’ve made a home shrouded in peace.” With great admiration, your guests

Thank you for the sweet words!

And cabin photo by another great guest 📷: Kristin Karch

08/02/2026

We are hosting another wild mushroom identification workshop at the end of August! Get your tickets to learn all the mushroom goodness the forest has to offer. Anne-Marie Bilella of Forager Chick is a learned and enthusiastic teacher. We have a fun and educational time during these workshops.

08/01/2026

We sure are looking forward to this show later this month! The Portico really shines when great music is being shared!
Piedmont Sound
Gabe Lee
Tyler Key
Cody Marlowe
Love this lineup!

05/18/2026

As part of the Lantern House songwriter’s series, we’ll host Andy Squyers in concert at The Portico on Tuesday, May 19th. Looking forward to a great show and lovely evening together!

Don’t miss this unforgettable night with these incredible artists! Their talent runs deep, and it’s sure to be a meaningful evening together.

Secure your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/andy-squyres-concert-tickets-1988190866402?aff=oddtdtcreator

04/29/2026

Another enjoyable concert on the books!! See you all May 17th!

Don’t miss this unforgettable night with these incredible artists! Their talent runs deep, and it’s sure to be a meaningful evening together.

Secure your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/andy-squyres-concert-tickets-1988190866402?aff=oddtdtcreator

04/09/2026

Here come the plants! Between Mike Dirr, Amy Barber, and several other vendors, The Portico will be brimming with seedlings, shrubs and trees for sale at our Botanical Market and Plant Sale on April 11th. We’ll also have botanically inspired products inside The Portico, so make sure you enter through the red doors to find soaps, breads, books, honey, teas, berry plants, art and more!
5822 Hwy 186
Good Hope, GA
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