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Preserving the history of the longest running school in Bulloch County Georgia.
Started in 1874 by formerly enslaved people, the Willow Hill School evolved into the Willow Hill Heritage and Renaissance Center - a museum and community resource that honors the cultural impact of the Willow Hill community.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Updates regarding upcoming programs and events will be posted here as they are confirmed.
The Whhrc Museum: Educational and Engaging
More than just a static repository—the Willow Hill Heritage & Renaissance Center Museum serves as an active hub for community engagement and archival preservation.
Museum tours are available by appointment only - simply fill out a Facility Request Form if you’d like to schedule a visit!
OUR RECENT EXHIBITS
“If These Cemeteries Could Talk”
Cemetery Tour Project
In 2019, the Willow Hill Heritage & Renaissance Center began conducting and recording tours of the 38 known African-American cemeteries in Bulloch County, Georgia.
Archival Endeavors
The African American Funeral Programs Database is a collaborative project between the Willow Hill Heritage and Renaissance Center and Georgia Southern University, featuring materials collected by Dr. Alvin D. Jackson over more than 35 years.
The collection preserves funeral programs, obituaries, and related documents that provide insight into the lives of African Americans from Bulloch County and its surrounding communities.
The Willow Hill Digital Archive Project centers on a collection of oral history interviews conducted by Dr. Alvin Jackson with former students and educators of the Willow Hill School. Each interview is preserved with transcripts, photographs, and in some cases, funeral programs, offering a vivid record of the community’s history. By digitizing these interviews, the project safeguards the voices and experiences of Willow Hill for future generations.
Newsworthy Stories
WILLOW HILL IN THE NEWS
HISTORICAL PUBLICATIONS
A collection of stories and articles from historical newspapers, related to Willow Hill School and its surrounding communities.
Show Your Support!
Your donation makes a difference. Donate today to help the Willow Hill Heritage and Renaissance Center advance its mission!
Affiliates
The Center is a member of the Georgia African American Historic Preservation Network (GAAHPN). GAAHPN is a statewide initiative focused on preserving African American historic sites and promoting awareness of African American heritage in Georgia. Click here to learn more.
WHHRC is affiliated with the Association of African American Museums (AAAM) as a member institution. The AAAM is a nonprofit organization that supports African and African American-focused museums across the nation and internationally. Click here to learn more.