Operating and programming costs are funded by Crealdé School of Art, the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Winter Park, United Arts of Central Florida and the Division of Cultural Affairs through the State of Florida.

[1] Its mission is to pay tribute to the past, present and future contributions of Winter Park's African-American community.

Through innovative programming in the arts and humanities, they hope to inspire all Central Floridians to become more aware of, respect, explore and participate in their own community's history and heritage.

[3] Gus Henderson, a print shop owner, rallied black registered voters to cast their vote to make Winter Park an official city.

On April 28, 2007, the City of Winter Park and Crealdé School of Art opened the new Hannibal Square Heritage Center.