Skip to main content
Shedd Aquarium

Things To Do

Places To Go in Illinois

Plan Your Trip

Accessibility in Illinois

Confederate Cemetery and Memorial

Rozier St., Alton, IL 62002

Historic Sites

Remember those who died in the infamous Alton prison in 1863 as you visit the Confederate Cemetery and Memorial in Alton, IL.

This monument remembers those who died in the infamous Alton prison. A smallpox virus spread rapidly through the Alton Prison in 1863, killing more than 1,435 incarcerated soldiers. The soldiers are laid to rest here and each of their names is commemorated at the Memorial. The Alton Prison and Confederate Cemetery are some of the rare northernmost monuments to the Confederate Soldier.

How to find us?

Back to Listings

What's happening nearby...

Alton Fireworks Spectacular

Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater •  Jul 03 @ 5AM

Come enjoy the magnificent glow of the Alton Fireworks Spectacular at the Liberty Bank Alton Amphitheater!

Read more about Alton Fireworks Spectacular

You might also be interested...

Underground Railroad Shuttle Tours

Alton

Discover the story of the Underground Railroad throughout Alton, IL.

Read more about Underground Railroad Shuttle Tours

Mysterious Mineral Springs

Alton

Overnight paranormal retreats, ghost hunting, you name it! If you're ready to be spooked in Alton, IL, visit the Mineral Springs Mall.

Read more about Mysterious Mineral Springs

Robert Wadlow Statue

Alton

Visit the statue of the tallest man in the world, Alton's Gentle Giant.

Read more about Robert Wadlow Statue

Share your Moments

#EnjoyIllinois

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get inspired by top travel stories, gain access to exclusive promotions and contests, and discover even more reasons to #EnjoyIllinois.