More than 2,000 memorials in the United States valorize the Confederacy, a secessionist government that waged war to preserve white supremacy and the enslavement of millions of people.
Erected as part of an organized propaganda campaign to terrorize African American communities, these memorials distort the past by promoting the Lost Cause narrative. Explore our resources to find out more about the history of Confederate monuments and what you can do to help remove these symbols of hate and white supremacy from your community.
In the Third Edition
More than 2,000 memorials to the Confederacy still exist in U.S.
Battles to remove Confederate monuments strengthen democracy
What counts as a Confederate memorial
The Map
Confederate memorials were created as part of an organized propaganda campaign to promote hate and white supremacy. This map can explore memorials by type and their status.
The Data
Review this sortable information spreadsheet for research and exploration.
Educational Materials
Explore our resources.
Make an Impact
If you’ve been inspired by the data and stories in the report, SPLC invites you to take action and challenge the Lost Cause ideology. Within and beyond the South, there are opportunities to make a lasting impact through education and engagement with elected officials and community leaders.
