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Memorial · Montgomery, Alabama
National Memorial for Peace and Justice
An outdoor memorial dedicated to more than 4,400 victims of racial lynching in the United States, with 800 suspended steel columns, one for each county where killings occurred.
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About National Memorial for Peace and Justice
The National Memorial for Peace and Justice sits on a hill east of downtown Montgomery. Opened by the Equal Justice Initiative, it is dedicated to Black people killed in racial terror lynchings in the United States between 1877 and 1950, more than 4,400 names gathered by the organization’s research.
The heart of the memorial is a covered structure with 800 corten steel monuments, one for each county where lynchings occurred, with names and dates inscribed. At the start of the path, the columns are eye-level; as the ground slopes down, they hang above the visitor’s head.
Outside, copies of the same columns await counties that choose to take and install them in their places of origin. Sculptures and texts complete the space, which includes a reflection area dedicated to journalist Ida B. Wells.
The visit is on foot and almost entirely outdoors.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One to two hours.
Best time
In the morning or late afternoon, to avoid the strongest heat. Check the last-entry time.
How to get there
It is on Caroline Street, about 1 km from the Legacy Museum. A shuttle runs from the museum to the memorial; it is also reachable on foot or by car.
Tip
The ticket is the same as for the Legacy Museum. Bring water and a hat on hot days.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about National Memorial for Peace and Justice
What is the National Memorial for Peace and Justice?
An outdoor memorial in Montgomery dedicated to the victims of racial lynchings in the United States between 1877 and 1950.
How do I get from the Legacy Museum to the memorial?
The organization provides transport from the museum. The distance is about 1 km and can also be walked or driven.
How long does a visit to the memorial take?
One to two hours, mostly outdoors.