After years of worshiping in rented space, Al Huda Islamic Center was founded in 1987 as the central Mosque and community gathering place for Athens' Muslims. The center includes the place of worship, library, gathering space, recreational area and school. The children's school meets on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Other programming includes introduction to Islam and Arabic classes, youth programs and more. Al Huda Islamic Center is located on South Milledge inside the Loop.