Nicollet Mall boarded storefront with graffiti, Minneapolis

A riot is the language of the unheard on Nicollet Mall
A riot is the language of the unheard on Nicollet Mall.

Boarded storefronts on Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis, with graffiti reading "A riot is the language of the unheard" attributed to MLK. The image captures the aftermath of civil unrest, likely related to the Minneapolis Uprising of 2020, which followed the murder of George Floyd. Nicollet Mall, a prominent pedestrian mall in downtown Minneapolis, experienced significant damage and looting during this period. The plywood coverings and graffiti serve as a visual testament to the events and the community's response.

Photo taken in January 2021.

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