Signers' Monument,

Monument Street, Augusta, GA 30901

The Signers' Monument in Augusta, Georgia is a historic park featuring a granite obelisk dedicated to the state's three signatories of the Declaration of Independence: George Walton, Lyman Hall, and Button Gwinnett. Designed by Robert French and dedicated in 1848, the monument stands at Greene and Monument Streets and honors these Founding Fathers of the United States. The remains of Walton and Hall are buried beneath the monument, while the location of Gwinnett's remains remained a mystery for many years until a potential discovery in the 1950s. The monument is a significant historical landmark, with a marble slab engraved with the coat of arms of Georgia and the names of the signatories. Visitors can learn about the intriguing history of the monument and the ongoing mystery surrounding Button Gwinnett's final resting place. A must-visit for history buffs and those interested in the founding of the United States.