The Willow Hill Heritage and Renaissance Center (WHHRC) was once a historic African American school, founded by former slaves in Portal, Georgia, in 1874. Incorporated as a non-profit by the descendants of those former slaves in 2006, WHHRC today is a vital community center, museum and archive, with its mission the preservation and promotion of African American history and community through research, cultural events and community engagement. This current and sixth building is an Equalization School built in 1954 to delay the integration of the school. The grounds have beautiful gardens and an outdoor Wi-Fi equipped pavilion. These events are free and open to the public. Donations are welcomed. WHHRC observes mask wearing and social distancing.