At MOCA Geffen and The Brick, “Monuments” Probes the Line Between History and Propaganda

Exhibition Confronts Confederacy Mythology

The exhibition "Monuments" at MOCA Geffen and The Brick explores the line between history and propaganda by showcasing toppled monuments alongside contemporary works about race, history, and memory.

The event that sparked this conversation began in 2015, when Dylann Roof attacked the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina, killing nine worshippers.

Y’all are raping our women, and y’all are taking over the country, and you have to go.
According to survivors, Roof uttered these words before opening fire.

Racism in the U.S. was already a known issue, and this event surprised few.

Author's summary: Examining history and propaganda.

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Observer Observer — 2025-10-31

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