Boarded Storefronts, Murals and the 3rd Precinct Protest

September 2020 in Minneapolis was marked by sustained protest activity and ongoing public pressure over the future of policing and public safety. Protesters continued to organize marches, rallies, and neighborhood gatherings focused on accountability in the criminal cases against former officers and long-term structural reform. While crowds were generally smaller than in early summer, protests remained consistent and highly visible across south Minneapolis and downtown corridors.

George Floyd Square at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue remained an active memorial and organizing space throughout the month. Protesters, artists, clergy, and neighborhood volunteers maintained the intersection as a site of remembrance and political expression. Murals and installations evolved as part of an ongoing public record, and the square continued to function as a gathering point for protest, reflection, and strategy.

Minneapolis residents moved through September balancing rebuilding efforts, pandemic conditions, and continued protest momentum. Public hearings and city council debates increasingly centered on charter amendments and proposals to restructure the Minneapolis Police Department. The month reflects a shift toward sustained pressure and procedural debate, as protest energy carried forward into policy discussions and the approaching election season.