Uncle Hugo’s Burned Bookstore, Chicago Ave, Minneapolis

The rear of the former Uncle Hugo's Science Fiction Bookstore on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis shows the remnants of the building. This independent bookstore, a cultural fixture known for its extensive collection of science fiction and fantasy, was destroyed during the civil unrest that followed the May 25, 2020 death of George Floyd. The alleyway walls are now covered in graffiti, with charred debris visible within the former structure. In the background, the Midtown Global Market and Allina Commons buildings rise above the surrounding urban landscape.