Hennepin and Lake

Uptown Minneapolis along Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street

Minneapolis, MN

This set covers the Hennepin–Lake corridor in Uptown Minneapolis, bringing together everyday street activity.
Uptown Transit Station sign beside Cali Cannabis in Minneapolis at night.
March 30, 2026 — A sign for the Uptown Transit Station is visible next to a neon sign for Cali Cannabis in Minneapolis. The presence of both a transit station and a cannabis dispensary highlights the mixed-use nature of the Uptown neighborhood in Minneapolis. This area is a hub for transportation and commerce, with businesses like Cali Cannabis operating within the urban environment.
Patrons read at Walker Library in Uptown Minneapolis.
September 22, 2025 — A man reads inside the Walker Library, located on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The Walker Library is a branch of the Hennepin County Library system, serving the Uptown neighborhood. This intersection has had a library since the early 1900s with the library being rebuilt multiple times.
Cannabis dispensary coming soon at Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis
September 11, 2025 — A banner announces a forthcoming cannabis dispensary at the prominent corner of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. This commercial building, characterized by its green trim and white facade, previously housed a Juut hair salon and has been vacant for several years. The establishment of a cannabis dispensary here marks a significant commercial transition for the property.
Metro Transit B Line bus at Hennepin and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis near the Uptown Theater
August 22, 2025 — A Metro Transit B Line bus travels along Hennepin Avenue at its intersection with Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The B Line, launched in March 2022, is a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route designed to provide faster and more reliable public transportation through key corridors of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Night traffic on Hennepin Avenue at Lagoon and Lake streets in Minneapolis.
July 10, 2025 — Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis is shown at night, following a multi-year road construction project. This infrastructure upgrade aimed to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety and connectivity, notably introducing dedicated bike lanes along the thoroughfare.
Former Juut Salon at Hennepin and Lake Street in Minneapolis painted green for a planned dispensary.
July 10, 2025 — New green painting on what is to become a dispensary in the former Juut Salon space at Hennepin and Lake street in Uptown Minneapolis.
Juut Salonspa sign on a building in Uptown Minneapolis.
April 30, 2025 — Juut Salonspa sign in Uptown Minneapolis. The salon closed years ago.
Rainbow Building at Lake and Hennepin in Minneapolis, lit with rainbow lights during snowfall.
February 3, 2025 — The Rainbow Building stands at the corner of Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. Originally constructed in 1910 by T.B. Walker's Red River Lumber Company, the building reaches its 115th year in 2025. Walker, a notable lumber baron, was also an avid art collector whose gallery eventually led to the establishment of the Walker Art Center. Today, the building houses various office and retail businesses, its facade illuminated with distinctive rainbow lighting during a February snowfall.
Graffiti-marked construction barriers at Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis.
March 6, 2024 — Construction barriers line the intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.
Graffiti on former Juut salon windows in Uptown Minneapolis reads “LONG LIVE PALESTINE” and “LONG LIVE WINCE ME BOI.”
October 18, 2023 — Graffiti reading "LONG LIVE PALESTINE" and "LONG LIVE WINCE ME BOI" is spray-painted on the windows of the former Juut hair salon at 2945 Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The building's signage for "AVEDA ESTHETIQUE" is visible above the graffiti. The graffiti appeared in October 2023, coinciding with ongoing international discussions and protests related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The former Juut salon is located in the Uptown neighborhood, a commercial and cultural hub within Minneapolis. The messages on the windows reflect sentiments expressed during periods of heightened global attention to the conflict, with "Wince Me Boi" potentially referencing a specific cultural or political figure or event. Keywords: Minneapolis, Uptown Minneapolis, Juut, Graffiti, Palestine, Aveda
Chino Latino sign on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis, lit in gold and purple on a brick facade.
October 6, 2023 — The "Chino Latino" sign, composed of shimmering gold and purple sequins, is visible on the exterior of a building on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. The sign is illuminated by colored lights, casting a glow on the brick facade.
Uptown Theater sign in Minneapolis at night, above Hennepin Avenue.
August 21, 2023 — Uptown Theater at Hennepin and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis. As seen in August 2023.
Hennepin Ave and W Lake St intersection in Uptown Minneapolis with cars, storefronts, and pedestrians under cloudy skies
August 13, 2023 — The intersection of Hennepin Avenue and W Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis is shown on August 13, 2023. Visible are brick buildings, storefronts, traffic signals, and vehicles on the street under an overcast sky. A sign indicates "W Lake St" and another reads "ONE WAY" with an arrow pointing right. This intersection is a central commercial hub in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis. The area has experienced significant development and change, with ongoing discussions about its future character and infrastructure. The photograph captures a typical day in this active urban environment.
Cyclist at Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis at dusk.
August 1, 2022 — A cyclist navigates the intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood at dusk.
Vacant former JUUT SalonSpa storefront at Hennepin and Lake in Uptown Minneapolis
April 29, 2022 — This storefront at Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis was formerly occupied by JUUT SalonSpa, an Aveda retailer. The building, located at 2947 Hennepin Avenue, features a distinctive curved facade that once displayed the salon's branding.
Bike racks on a wet Uptown Minneapolis sidewalk near Hennepin Avenue.
April 29, 2022 — Bike racks in Uptown Minneapolis.
Seven Points Mall at Hennepin Ave and W Lake St in Minneapolis, lit at night.
November 10, 2021 — Seven Points Mall, located at Hennepin Avenue and West Lake Street in Minneapolis, is seen here with its protective boards removed. The mall had been covered since May 2020, following the murder of George Floyd and the subsequent civil unrest. The removal of the boards signifies a step towards recovery and the reopening of businesses in the Uptown Minneapolis area.
Deona Marie Boards at Seven Points
November 1, 2021 — The boarded-up Seven Points Mall at the corner of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. The plywood covering features graffiti, including the name "Deona Marie," a tribute to a protester killed on June 13th. She died when a vehicle drove through barricades erected by demonstrators protesting the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith ten days earlier. This incident occurred amidst widespread unrest following Smith's death.
Outreach workers in orange shirts walk past boarded storefronts on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis at night
October 12, 2021 — Outreach workers, identified by their orange shirts, walk along Hennepin Avenue in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis. This area was a focal point of protests and unrest in the summer of 2020 following the murder of George Floyd. The individuals in the photograph are likely part of community-led initiatives aimed at de-escalating tensions and providing support in the aftermath of civil unrest. The graffiti visible on the building suggests the ongoing impact of these events on the urban landscape.
Burning barricade blocks Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis near Lake Street during unrest
July 3, 2021 — Protesters close down the streets near the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorials in Uptown Minneapolis. Winston Smith was killed by Hennepin and Ramsey County Sheriffs officers who were part of a Federal Task Force on June 3rd. 

On June 10th, Deona Marie was killed when a protester drove his vehicle through barricades setup to protect those protesting the death of Winston Smith.
Fire burns behind barricades on East Lake Street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood at night.
July 3, 2021 — A fire burns in the street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood, blocking vehicle traffic. The fire is contained by wooden barricades and a traffic cone, with a sign reading "OUR STREETS" visible. This event occurred near the memorials for Winston Smith and Deona Marie, figures associated with protests and activism. The area, known for its vibrant commercial and residential life, became a focal point for demonstrations following the murder of George Floyd in 2020.
Police clear barricades on Lake Street in Minneapolis beside a boarded-up storefront and protest signs.
June 15, 2021 — Minneapolis Police officers clear barricades on Lake Street, a major commercial corridor in the Uptown neighborhood. The barricades were erected in the aftermath of protests and unrest following the deaths of Winston Smith and Deona Marie. Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd, and Marie died on June 13th when a driver struck protesters on Lake Street. The area saw significant damage and ongoing activism in the weeks following these events.
Calhoun Square at Hennepin Ave and Lake Street in Minneapolis at night, with illuminated signs and boarded murals.
June 7, 2020 — Calhoun Square at Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis is shown at night with its rooftop sign illuminated and its ground-floor storefronts boarded and painted with murals. The commercial complex, later renamed Seven Points, was photographed on June 7, 2020, after unrest in Minneapolis following the killing of George Floyd. Murals and messages cover the plywood panels along the street-facing facade, documenting how businesses in the area secured their windows while residents and artists transformed the surfaces with public artwork.
Empty Hennepin Avenue at West Lake Street in Minneapolis at night during the early COVID-19 shutdown
March 27, 2020 — Hennepin Avenue at West Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis is shown nearly empty at night during the early COVID-19 shutdown in March 2020. The photograph looks south along a corridor normally lined with restaurants, shops, and nightlife venues, with the Uptown Theater marquee and former Chino Latino building visible near the intersection. Bus-only lane signs and traffic controls mark the street’s role as both a commercial center and a transit route within the neighborhood.
Calhoun Square in Minneapolis lit by neon signs at Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street.
September 17, 2017 — Calhoun Square, a prominent commercial building located at the intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood, is illuminated at night. The building features a large neon sign for "Famous Dave's BBQ & Blues," alongside other businesses like "Sushi Tango" and "Roti Osha Thai." This corner has long been a vibrant hub for retail and dining, reflecting the dynamic commercial activity characteristic of Uptown Minneapolis.
Calhoun Square at Hennepin Ave and Lake St in Minneapolis lit by neon at night
September 17, 2017 — Calhoun Square, a prominent building at the intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood, is illuminated at night. The building, a hub for retail and dining, features prominent neon signage for businesses such as Famous Dave's BBQ & Blues and Sushi Tango. This corner has long been a significant commercial and social center within the city, reflecting the vibrant character of Uptown.

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