Minneapolis Uprising: The Murder of George Floyd
Photography from Minneapolis

Minneapolis Uprising – May 2022

May 1–31, 2022 Minneapolis
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The Midtown Greenway at 10th Avenue in Minneapolis.
May 1, 2022 — The Midtown Greenway at 10th Avenue in Minneapolis.
A mural by artist Melodee Strong on the side of a building on Lake Street.
May 1, 2022 — A mural by artist Melodee Strong on the side of a building on Lake Street.
Graffiti on metal shutters covering the windows of Chicago Lake Liquors on Lake Street in Minneapolis.
May 1, 2022 — Graffiti on metal shutters covering the windows of Chicago Lake Liquors on Lake Street in Minneapolis.
Graffiti on shutters over U7 Nails on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis.
May 1, 2022 — Graffiti on shutters over U7 Nails on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis.
The Chicago Lake Transit Center in South Minneapolis.
May 1, 2022 — The Chicago Lake Transit Center in South Minneapolis.
A mural on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis.
May 1, 2022 — A mural on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis.
Razor wire surrounding the Minneapolis Police Third precinct parking lot. Target can been seen across the street. The Target was rebuilt after suffering damage during the riots that followed the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by the Minneapolis police.
May 1, 2022 — Razor wire surrounding the Minneapolis Police Third precinct parking lot. Target can been seen across the street. The Target was rebuilt after suffering damage during the riots that followed the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by the Minneapolis police.
As we near 2 years since the Minneapolis police evacuated the third precinct police station, the property and building has still seen no significant changes. Quite a few of the damaged/destroyed nearby buildings, including the Everlake apartment building, have been rebuilt and reopened
May 1, 2022 — As we near 2 years since the Minneapolis police evacuated the third precinct police station, the property and building has still seen no significant changes. Quite a few of the damaged/destroyed nearby buildings, including the Everlake apartment building, have been rebuilt and reopened
Concrete blocks and razor wire up against the former entrance of the Minneapolis Police 3rd precinct police station. The station was burned by protesters following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
May 1, 2022 — Concrete blocks and razor wire up against the former entrance of the Minneapolis Police 3rd precinct police station. The station was burned by protesters following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Razor wire around the concrete blocks at the burned Minneapolis 3rd Precinct police station.
May 1, 2022 — Razor wire around the concrete blocks at the burned Minneapolis 3rd Precinct police station.
The Minneapolis Police third precinct building on May 1, 2022. The building was burned by protesters following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
May 1, 2022 — The Minneapolis Police third precinct building on May 1, 2022. The building was burned by protesters following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
The alley next to the fire damaged Coliseum Building. The building was burned during days of protests following the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.
May 1, 2022 — The alley next to the fire damaged Coliseum Building. The building was burned during days of protests following the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.
A "Black Lives Matter" flag flies at the top of a church near the Minneapolis police third precinct that burned in May 2020.
May 1, 2022 — A "Black Lives Matter" flag flies at the top of a church near the Minneapolis police third precinct that burned in May 2020.
The Minneapolis police third precinct police station around fencing. The police station, which was burned by protesters in May 2020, has sat vacant and fortified ever since.
May 1, 2022 — The Minneapolis police third precinct police station around fencing. The police station, which was burned by protesters in May 2020, has sat vacant and fortified ever since.
Weak Mayor, Stop Line 3, Detention Centers are for burning stickers on a stop sign in Minneapolis.
May 1, 2022 — Weak Mayor, Stop Line 3, Detention Centers are for burning stickers on a stop sign in Minneapolis.
A sticker reading "Prisons are for burning." found on a bike trail in Minneapolis.
May 1, 2022 — A sticker reading "Prisons are for burning." found on a bike trail in Minneapolis.
Graffiti found on the Martin Olav Sabo bridge that reads: “I miss you. Always -N- Never.
May 1, 2022 — Graffiti found on the Martin Olav Sabo bridge that reads: “I miss you. Always -N- Never.
Stickers referring to Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. Reading “Weak Mayor” and “Don’t Rank Frey”.
May 1, 2022 — Stickers referring to Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. Reading “Weak Mayor” and “Don’t Rank Frey”.
Protesters gather at the Federal Courthouse in downtown Minneapolis in support of abortion rights.
May 3, 2022 — Protesters gather at the Federal Courthouse in downtown Minneapolis in support of abortion rights.
Protesters gather at the federal courthouse in downtown Minneapolis in support of abortion rights.
May 3, 2022 — Protesters gather at the federal courthouse in downtown Minneapolis in support of abortion rights.
US Bank Stadium during blue hour in downtown Minneapolis.
May 4, 2022 — US Bank Stadium during blue hour in downtown Minneapolis.
Entrance to the W Hotel in Downtown Minneapolis as seen from across the street.
May 4, 2022 — Entrance to the W Hotel in Downtown Minneapolis as seen from across the street.
LA Fitness at a boarded up Seven Points Mall on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.
May 5, 2022 — LA Fitness at a boarded up Seven Points Mall on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.
Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis in May 2022
May 5, 2022 — Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis in May 2022
A billboard for former Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek who is running for Governor of Minnesota.
May 5, 2022 — A billboard for former Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek who is running for Governor of Minnesota.
Lowry Hill Liquor Store on Hennepin Ave in Minneapolis.
May 5, 2022 — Lowry Hill Liquor Store on Hennepin Ave in Minneapolis.
The Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis.
May 6, 2022 — The Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis as seen from the Cedar Lake Trail.
May 6, 2022 — Minneapolis as seen from the Cedar Lake Trail.
Skyscrapers in downtown Minneapolis.
May 6, 2022 — Skyscrapers in downtown Minneapolis.
Signage for a new business that describes itself as a "brand new art-focused experiential concept and restaurant." up in the former Libertine Bar space in Seven Points Mall.
May 10, 2022 — Signage for a new business that describes itself as a "brand new art-focused experiential concept and restaurant." up in the former Libertine Bar space in Seven Points Mall.
Traffic on Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 10, 2022.
May 10, 2022 — Traffic on Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 10, 2022.
An Ilhan Omar banner on the side of a Lake Street building in South Minneapolis.
May 10, 2022 — An Ilhan Omar banner on the side of a Lake Street building in South Minneapolis.
A memorial for Leneesha Helen Columbus Memorial who was shot and killed in South Minneapolis in July 2020.
May 10, 2022 — A memorial for Leneesha Helen Columbus Memorial who was shot and killed in South Minneapolis in July 2020.
An art installation on fencing near George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis.
May 10, 2022 — An art installation on fencing near George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis.
A Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen sign on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. The building was destroyed during the Minneapolis Uprising.
May 10, 2022 — A Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen sign on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. The building was destroyed during the Minneapolis Uprising.
The Mississippi River and the Hennepin Avenue Bridge in Downtown Minneapolis.
May 10, 2022 — The Mississippi River and the Hennepin Avenue Bridge in Downtown Minneapolis.
Target Field in Minneapolis as seen from the North Loop with construction cranes.
May 10, 2022 — Target Field in Minneapolis as seen from the North Loop with construction cranes.
Public Storage building in the North Loop, Downtown Minneapolis.
May 10, 2022 — Public Storage building in the North Loop, Downtown Minneapolis.
Chairs outside a restaurant in Uptown Minneapolis.
May 10, 2022 — Chairs outside a restaurant in Uptown Minneapolis.
Chess being played on Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis.
May 12, 2022 — Chess being played on Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis.
IDS Center and Minneapolis Skyway
May 12, 2022 — IDS Center and Minneapolis Skyway
Lake Chipotle in Uptown Minneapolis. The Chipotle parking space
May 12, 2022 — Lake Chipotle in Uptown Minneapolis. The Chipotle parking space
A vault in the riot destroyed US Bank on Lake Street.
May 14, 2022 — A vault in the riot destroyed US Bank on Lake Street.
Training money left behind in the basement of the riot destroyed former US Bank building on Lake Street.
May 14, 2022 — Training money left behind in the basement of the riot destroyed former US Bank building on Lake Street.
A sign for Used Cars as seen in Minneapolis.
May 17, 2022 — A sign for Used Cars as seen in Minneapolis.
The Hi-Lo Diner’s stainless-steel façade and glowing neon sign stand out against the night along East Lake Street, where one of Minneapolis’s most recognizable retro landmarks continues to operate inside a restored 1950s Fodero dining car. The interior’s purple and blue lighting reflects off the ribbed metal siding, giving the building the classic mid-century glow that made roadside diners iconic across the United States.Originally built in New Jersey, this particular dining car was transported to Minnesota and fully refurbished before reopening in 2016. Its presence on Lake Street connects several eras of the corridor’s history—from early automobile culture and mid-century roadside design to Lake Street’s longstanding role as a diverse commercial spine lined with independent businesses, bars, and restaurants. Today, the Hi-Lo remains both a neighborhood gathering spot and a small architectural artifact representing the golden age of American diners.
May 17, 2022 — The Hi-Lo Diner’s stainless-steel façade and glowing neon sign stand out against the night along East Lake Street, where one of Minneapolis’s most recognizable retro landmarks continues to operate inside a restored 1950s Fodero dining car. The interior’s purple and blue lighting reflects off the ribbed metal siding, giving the building the classic mid-century glow that made roadside diners iconic across the United States. Originally built in New Jersey, this particular dining car was transported to Minnesota and fully refurbished before reopening in 2016. Its presence on Lake Street connects several eras of the corridor’s history—from early automobile culture and mid-century roadside design to Lake Street’s longstanding role as a diverse commercial spine lined with independent businesses, bars, and restaurants. Today, the Hi-Lo remains both a neighborhood gathering spot and a small architectural artifact representing the golden age of American diners.
A yard sign reading "Together we make our neighborhood safer" in South Minneapolis.
May 17, 2022 — A yard sign reading "Together we make our neighborhood safer" in South Minneapolis.
Looking down Hiawatha Avenue in South Minneapolis in May 2022.
May 17, 2022 — Looking down Hiawatha Avenue in South Minneapolis in May 2022.
Vault inside a fire damaged US Bank vault. The bank was destroyed during riots following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
May 18, 2022 — Vault inside a fire damaged US Bank vault. The bank was destroyed during riots following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
Fire damage at a US Bank building in Minneapolis. The building was destroyed following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
May 19, 2022 — Fire damage at a US Bank building in Minneapolis. The building was destroyed following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
The front counter at a US Bank building in Minneapolis. The bank was destroyed following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
May 19, 2022 — The front counter at a US Bank building in Minneapolis. The bank was destroyed following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
The raised first at 39th Street and Chicago Avenue in George Floyd Square. The area has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
May 19, 2022 — The raised first at 39th Street and Chicago Avenue in George Floyd Square. The area has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Notice about "Rise & Remember" at George Floyd Square. The event is held on the anniversary of George Floyd's murder.
May 19, 2022 — Notice about "Rise & Remember" at George Floyd Square. The event is held on the anniversary of George Floyd's murder.
The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square in May 2025. The area has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
May 19, 2022 — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square in May 2025. The area has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square on May 19, 2022.
May 19, 2022 — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square on May 19, 2022.
Smoke In The Pit Restaurant on Chicago Avenue in George Floyd Square.
May 19, 2022 — Smoke In The Pit Restaurant on Chicago Avenue in George Floyd Square.
Minneapolis Skyline as seen from a parking garage on 10th Street in the North Loop, Downtown Minneapolis.
May 21, 2022 — Minneapolis Skyline as seen from a parking garage on 10th Street in the North Loop, Downtown Minneapolis.
An apartment building with "Black Lives Matter" on the roof.
May 21, 2022 — An apartment building with "Black Lives Matter" on the roof.
The names of those who've been killed by police being repainted on Chicago Avenue.
May 22, 2022 — The names of those who've been killed by police being repainted on Chicago Avenue.
Pond near George Floyd Square and Say Their Names Cemetery. The area has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
May 22, 2022 — Pond near George Floyd Square and Say Their Names Cemetery. The area has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Razor wire on fencing around a parking ramp at Lake Street and Girard Ave in Uptown Minneapolis. The area was home to protests following the shooting death of Winston Smith at the top of the ramp by a federal task force.
May 24, 2022 — Razor wire on fencing around a parking ramp at Lake Street and Girard Ave in Uptown Minneapolis. The area was home to protests following the shooting death of Winston Smith at the top of the ramp by a federal task force.
A mural on boards covering the windows at the Loon Smoke Shop on Lyndale Ave in Minneapolis.
May 24, 2022 — A mural on boards covering the windows at the Loon Smoke Shop on Lyndale Ave in Minneapolis.
Agape Movement members at George Floyd Square on May 25th, 2022. One year prior the city coordinated with the group to remove barricades at the square.
May 25, 2022 — Agape Movement members at George Floyd Square on May 25th, 2022. One year prior the city coordinated with the group to remove barricades at the square.
On the 2 year anniversary of his murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed. Afterwards the community held an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil at the Say Their Names Cemetery memorial.
May 25, 2022 — On the 2 year anniversary of his murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed. Afterwards the community held an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil at the Say Their Names Cemetery memorial.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey meets with George Floyd's aunt Angela Harrelson and Minneapolis City Council President Andrea Jenkins at George Floyd Square.
May 25, 2022 — Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey meets with George Floyd's aunt Angela Harrelson and Minneapolis City Council President Andrea Jenkins at George Floyd Square.
On the 2 year anniversary of his murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed. Afterwards the community held an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil at Say Their Names Cemetery.
May 25, 2022 — On the 2 year anniversary of his murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed. Afterwards the community held an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil at Say Their Names Cemetery.
Mayor Jacob Frey and members of The Agape Movement at George Floyd Square in May 2022.
May 25, 2022 — Mayor Jacob Frey and members of The Agape Movement at George Floyd Square in May 2022.
On the 2 year anniversary of George Floyd's murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed.
May 25, 2022 — On the 2 year anniversary of George Floyd's murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed.
Steve Floyd with Agape Movement walks down Chicago Avenue during the 2nd anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.
May 25, 2022 — Steve Floyd with Agape Movement walks down Chicago Avenue during the 2nd anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.
On the 2 year anniversary of his murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed. Afterwards the community held an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil at Say Their Names Cemetery.
May 25, 2022 — On the 2 year anniversary of his murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed. Afterwards the community held an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil at Say Their Names Cemetery.
Terrence Floyd, George Floyd’s Brother, at Say Their Names Cemetery during an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil.
May 25, 2022 — Terrence Floyd, George Floyd’s Brother, at Say Their Names Cemetery during an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil.
Crowd gathers at George Floyd Square on the 2 year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.
May 25, 2022 — Crowd gathers at George Floyd Square on the 2 year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.
George Floyd marker at Say Their Names Cemetery near George Floyd Square on the 2nd anniversary of his murder.
May 25, 2022 — George Floyd marker at Say Their Names Cemetery near George Floyd Square on the 2nd anniversary of his murder.
Candles at Say Their Names Cemetery on the 2nd anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.
May 25, 2022 — Candles at Say Their Names Cemetery on the 2nd anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.
Artists working on a new mural at the Target Store on East Lake Street in Minneapolis. The store across the street from the Minneapolis Police third precinct police station was heavily damaged following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
May 26, 2022 — Artists working on a new mural at the Target Store on East Lake Street in Minneapolis. The store across the street from the Minneapolis Police third precinct police station was heavily damaged following the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
A mural being sketched out on the side of Target on East Lake Street.
May 26, 2022 — A mural being sketched out on the side of Target on East Lake Street.
The game bags with Agape Movement Co. marked on it.
May 28, 2022 — The game bags with Agape Movement Co. marked on it.
The "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
May 28, 2022 — The "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
A dog on the painted streets at George Floyd Square during the "Rise and Remember" festival.
May 28, 2022 — A dog on the painted streets at George Floyd Square during the "Rise and Remember" festival.
Terrence Floyd, the brother of George Floyd, speaks to the crowd at the Rise & Remember at George Floyd Square.
May 28, 2022 — Terrence Floyd, the brother of George Floyd, speaks to the crowd at the Rise & Remember at George Floyd Square.
A short trailer for the documentary “The People’s Way” being shown during the "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
May 28, 2022 — A short trailer for the documentary “The People’s Way” being shown during the "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
The "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
May 28, 2022 — The "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
Music at the "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
May 28, 2022 — Music at the "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
Protesters marched with a banner reading “Remember May 28th” to the third precinct tonight where fireworks were sent up and shopping carts were set on fire before moving on.
May 28, 2022 — Protesters marched with a banner reading “Remember May 28th” to the third precinct tonight where fireworks were sent up and shopping carts were set on fire before moving on.
Graffiti on a bus shelter across from the Minneapolis police third precinct on the 2nd anniversary of the Minneapolis police station being burned following the murder of George Floyd.
May 28, 2022 — Graffiti on a bus shelter across from the Minneapolis police third precinct on the 2nd anniversary of the Minneapolis police station being burned following the murder of George Floyd.
The newly rebuilt US Bank building on Lake street. The bank was destroyed during riots following the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
May 30, 2022 — The newly rebuilt US Bank building on Lake street. The bank was destroyed during riots following the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
A memorial for Calvin Horton on the 2 year anniversary of his death. He was shot and killed during looting following the May 25th murder of George Floyd.
May 30, 2022 — A memorial for Calvin Horton on the 2 year anniversary of his death. He was shot and killed during looting following the May 25th murder of George Floyd.
A George Floyd mural on a retaining wall in South Minneapolis.
May 30, 2022 — A George Floyd mural on a retaining wall in South Minneapolis.
Minneapolis as seen near Thomas Beach on Bde Maka Ska.
May 30, 2022 — Minneapolis as seen near Thomas Beach on Bde Maka Ska.
Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.
May 31, 2022 — Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.
Hennepin and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis.
May 31, 2022 — Hennepin and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis.
Security fencing around the Minneapolis police 5th precinct police station. The precinct was surrounded by fencing and concrete barriers during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
June 1, 2022 — Security fencing around the Minneapolis police 5th precinct police station. The precinct was surrounded by fencing and concrete barriers during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
The Lake Street Station USPS post office being rebuilt. The post office was destroyed by fire during riots that followed the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd by the Minneapolis Police.
June 1, 2022 — The Lake Street Station USPS post office being rebuilt. The post office was destroyed by fire during riots that followed the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd by the Minneapolis Police.
Construction at Karmel Square on Lake Street in Minneapolis.
June 1, 2022 — Construction at Karmel Square on Lake Street in Minneapolis.
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