Justice 4 George Yarn Art on Fence, Lake Country School, Minneapolis

Justice 4 George Yarn Art in Minneapolis
Justice 4 George Yarn Art in Minneapolis.

Yarn art spelling "Justice 4 George" is affixed to a chain-link fence at Lake Country School in South Minneapolis. This artwork appeared in the context of widespread protests and public mourning following the murder of George Floyd, a Black man who died in police custody in Minneapolis in May 2020. The "Justice 4 George" message reflects the broader calls for racial justice and police accountability that emerged from the Minneapolis Uprising and gained international attention. Lake Country School, a private institution, is located in a neighborhood that became a focal point for community response and artistic expression during this period.

Photo taken in October 2021.

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