Art

255 photos · 2012–2026

255 photographs tagged Art, 2012–2026.

Whistle Art in Uptown Minneapolis — One of the many whistles stuck to light poles around Minneapolis. The whistles represent the people of Minnesota who have used whistles to alert the community of the presence of ICE agents.

"Vainishing Point" by United Visual Artists, Flickr MODE Festival — "Vainishing Point" by United Visual Artists seen at the Flickr MODE Festival in Minneapolis.

"Ataraxie" by Maxime Houot in Minneapolis, MODE Festival — "Ataraxie" art installaton by Maxime Houot at the MODE Festival in Minneapolis. The festival took place on September 18th to the 20th in Downtown Minneapolis. With art, photography and music spanning Nicollet Mall, Peavey Plaza and Loring Park.

"Ataraxie" by Maxime Houot at Flickr MODE Festival — "Ataraxie" art installaton by Maxime Houot at the MODE Festival in Minneapolis. The festival took place on September 18th to the 20th in Downtown Minneapolis. With art, photography and music spanning Nicollet Mall, Peavey Plaza and Loring Park.

"Flux" by Ksawery Komputery at the MODE Festival in Minneapolis — "Flux", an art installation by Ksawery Komputery, seen at the 2026 MODE Festival in Minneapolis. The installation was setup in Loring Park.

"Lucida" by Lachlan Turczan at the MODE Festival in Minneapolis — "Lucida" art installation from Lachlan Turczan on display at the MODE Festival in Minneapolis on September 18, 2026.

"Folding Light" Multimedia Installation at MODE Festival in Minneapolis — The "Folding Light" art installation by Lua Brice at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival. The festival is being held September 18-20 in Downtown Minneapolis.

Lua Brice's "Folding Light" installation at MODE Festival — The "Folding Light" art installation by Lua Brice at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival. The festival is being held September 18-20 in Downtown Minneapolis.

“Lucida” by Lachlan Turczan at MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis — The "Vanishing Point" art installation from United Visual Artists at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival. The festival is being held September 18-20 in Downtown Minneapolis.

Bus stop bench featuring colorful illustrated artwork by Ukrainian artist Anna Ivanenko on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis. — A bus stop bench with art by Ukraine artist Anna Ivanenko on Nicollet Ave in Minneapolis.

Folding Light by Lua Brice at MODE Photography Festival in Minneapolis — The "Folding Light" art installation by Lua Brice at the Flickr MODE Photography Festival. The festival is being held September 18-20 in Downtown Minneapolis.

Mural being painted on Midtown Greenway in August 2026 — Theres a few new murals being painted on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis right now. Saw some local friends being painted on this one, which is real fun. Looking forward to seeing them finished!

Neighbor was taken here stencil art in Minneapolis — A stencil that reads "A Neighbor was taken here abolish ice" seen near where Alex Pretti was killed by federal agents in January 2026 during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis.

Colorful 612 Lake Street mural on a purple alley wall in Uptown Minneapolis at night — A vibrant mural featuring cartoonish characters and the text "612 Lake Street" adorns a purple wall in an alleyway in Uptown Minneapolis. This mural is located on Lagoon Avenue in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis, a commercial and entertainment district.

Anti ICE flyer on a Minneapolis storefront — A flyer on a storefront in Minneapolis seen in March 2026. It reads "ICE GET OUT OF OUR CITY". Signs like this on storefronts became very common as thousands of federal agents arrived in Minneapolis.

Protest sign on utility pole reading "ICE CBP YOUR ACTIONS WILL HAUNT YOU" in North Minneapolis neighborhood. — A protest sign in North Minneapolis reads "ICE CBP YOUR ACTIONS WILL HAUNT YOU."

A person walks two dogs past a mural in Minneapolis during a snowfall. — A person walks two dogs past a colorful mural on a fence in South Minneapolis during a snowfall. The mural features the text "We who believe in freedom cannot rest until it comes," a quote often associated with civil rights and social justice movements.

Prince mural on a downtown Minneapolis brick building lit at night. — A mural of Prince on a brick building in downtown Minneapolis is illuminated at night by a row of rooftop lights. The large portrait shows the musician with a guitar and uses purple, gold, and black tones associated with his public image and stage style.

Immigrant Power By Growth — Electrical boxes with artwork on them reading: "Immigrant Power By Growth".

Colorful cat mural in Minneapolis by Gulsan Osman — A mural by artist Gulsan Osman, featuring a black cat.

Immigrant Power By Vision poster in Minneapolis — Posters promoting "Immigrant Power by Vision" and "Immigrant Power by Culture" are displayed on a shipping container on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The shipping containers are in a vacant lot at the corner of Chicago and Lake where art installations have occurred after buildings were destroyed following the murder of George Floyd.

George Floyd Mural on 38th Street 2025 — The George Floyd mural is displayed on the exterior of Cup Foods at East 38th Street in South Minneapolis. This location, part of what is now known as George Floyd Square, became a focal point for protests following his murder in May 2020.

Modified traffic sign with graffiti reading "Don't Stop Giving Head" in South Minneapolis. — Graffiti modifies a "Stop Ahead" traffic sign in South Minneapolis. The original warning has been altered to read "DON'T STOP GIVING HEAD," transforming a regulatory notice into a provocative statement.

Cyclists ride beneath a mural-painted bridge on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — Bikers travel along the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis, passing a vibrant mural painted beneath a bridge. The Midtown Greenway, a former railway corridor, was transformed into a 5.5-mile multi-use path in 2000, serving as a vital transportation and recreational route through the city.

Rock Martinez mural honoring Prince with white dove at West 26th Street and Hennepin Avenue, Uptown Minneapolis. — The Rock Martinez mural honoring Prince is located at the corner of West 26th Street and Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The mural was created shortly after his passing in 2016. Reports indicate it was originally planned as a "get well" tribute during an earlier period of his illness.

Colorful "Immigrant Power" posters on a shipping container at Chicago Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis. — An art installation of "Immigrant Power" posters covers a shipping container at Chicago Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis, near the Midtown Exchange. Each poster pairs a sugar skull design with a phrase such as "Immigrant Power by Vision," "Immigrant Power by Hope," or "Immigrant Power by Family." The Midtown Exchange building behind it opened in 1928 as a Sears, Roebuck and Co. warehouse and store and was redeveloped into shops, offices, and housing in 2006.

Revolution in South Minneapolis — Fabric strips spelling 'REVOLUTION' are tied to a chain-link fence in a residential area of South Minneapolis.

Colorful mural with stylized eyes and "RIP TRANSTIFA" text painted on a brick wall on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — The RIP TRANSTIFA mural covers a wall on Lake Street in Minneapolis.

Spoonbridge and Cherry in Minneapolis — Spoonbridge and Cherry, a prominent sculpture by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, is situated in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. Completed in 1988, the artwork is a whimsical representation of a cherry balanced on a giant spoon, inviting interaction and contemplation. The sculpture garden itself, part of the Walker Art Center's grounds, showcases a diverse collection of contemporary art in an outdoor setting.

A souvenir stall in Puerto Vallarta displays decorative signs made from repurposed Mexican license plates with humorous phrases alongside stacked white and colored baseball caps. — A souvenir stall in Puerto Vallarta sells decorative items made from repurposed Mexican license plates alongside hats and caps. The license plate signs carry short phrases and place names, while several caps feature Bass Pro Shops branding.

Pink planter box painted with a "Recipe for Love" listing ingredients like smile, sharing, and forgiveness in South Minneapolis. — A "Recipe for Love" is painted in blue on a pink planter box in South Minneapolis. The recipe lists ingredients such as "2 scoops of Smile," "3 spoonful of Sharing," and "Loads of Love," with instructions to "mix well & bake for a lifetime."

Black Daze mural with stylized eyes and ornamental designs on a building along Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. — This mural, created by artist Black Daze, on the side of a building on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis.

Floyd's World mural on Nicollet Ave in Minneapolis — A mural reading "Floyd's World" adorns a building on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis.

Fire All Cops at George Floyd Square — Graffiti reading "Fire All Cops" is visible on a dark surface at George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis.

Chalk art on a downtown Minneapolis sidewalk depicts the city skyline with fireworks and includes instructions for viewers to photograph it. — Chalk art depicting the Minneapolis skyline with fireworks is displayed on the sidewalk outside the IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis. The artwork, created by @AlleyCreations and dated 2024, includes the instruction "STAND HERE TAKE PIC" to guide viewers for optimal photo opportunities.

Large mural depicting Prince with a guitar adorns a downtown Minneapolis building beside a stage set up for a celebration event. — A mural honoring Prince adorns a building in Downtown Minneapolis, adjacent to a stage set up for a 2024 Prince celebration.

The abandoned Nicollet Self Service Car Wash in Minneapolis is covered in graffiti and overgrown vegetation — The Nicollet Self Service Car Wash on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis has been abandoned for years. The structure, once a functional piece of urban infrastructure, now serves as a canvas for graffiti artists. Overgrown vegetation and puddles of water suggest a period of neglect and the encroachment of nature on the built environment.

DAESK1 mural featuring a loon and "Best in Minnesota" text on a building wall in north Minneapolis near a scrapyard. — A mural by graffiti artist DAESK1 adorns a building in North Minneapolis, June 2024. The artwork features a loon, a symbol of Minnesota, alongside the text "BEST IN Minnesota" and "DAESK1 CRITICAL".

A colorful mural depicting George Floyd lies on the street at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, surrounded by candles, flowers, and plants. — A vibrant mural depicting George Floyd adorns the street at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, the site where he died in police custody on May 25, 2020.

Eduardo Kobra's colorful geometric mural depicting Bob Dylan covers a building wall on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — This mural, located on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, features a portrait of musician Bob Dylan by Brazilian artist Eduardo Kobra. The artwork, completed in 2015, spans the side of a building and incorporates Kobra's signature geometric style with vibrant colors.

Colorful street mural depicting George Floyd at the George Floyd Memorial in Minneapolis. — A mural depicting George Floyd adorns the street at the site of his killing by Minneapolis Police officers on May 25, 2020. This artwork, created for the fourth anniversary of his death, is part of a larger memorial at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and 38th Street, known as George Floyd Square.

Kirby Puckett and Minnesota Twins graffiti — A mural honoring Minnesota Twins legend Kirby Puckett is displayed on a concrete block wall along Emerson Avenue South in Minneapolis. The artwork features Puckett's iconic number 34 jersey, set against a backdrop that includes a city skyline silhouette and colorful abstract lettering, with the year '1993' visible as part of the design. Kirby Puckett, a beloved Hall of Fame outfielder, played his entire career for the Minnesota Twins from 1984 to 1995, leading the team to two World Series championships.

Protest signs reading "Pledge to Resist the Genocide," "Cease Fire Now," and "Practice Healing Justice" hang on a fence at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. — Protest signs advocating for a ceasefire and social justice hang on a fence at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. This site, located at Lake Street and Minnehaha Avenue, was abandoned after being burned in May 2020 following the murder of George Floyd. Since then, the precinct has remained untouched.

Flyer reading Long Live the Intifada — A sticker reading "Long live the intifada" on a Uptown Minneapolis storefront. January 2024.

Flyer asking for ceasfire now take action — A "Ceasefire Now! flyer on a storefront in Uptown Minneapolis in January 2024.

Stenciled white Snoopy character on red brick wall beneath the Loring Bike Bridge in Minneapolis. — A stencil of Snoopy, the beloved cartoon beagle, appears on the red brick wall of the Loring Bike Bridge in Minneapolis.

Illuminated mural at New York Plaza restaurant on Lake Street in Minneapolis depicting figures in traditional dress. — A vibrant mural adorns the exterior of New York Plaza on Lake Street in South Minneapolis, photographed on November 3rd, 2023.

Colorful mural depicting cyclists on a building along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A mural depicting cyclists adorns a building along the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis.

A mural on Lake Street in Minneapolis displays the word "PALESTINE" with imagery of a trumpet player and a raised fist, using Palestinian flag colors. Documented November 2023. — A large mural featuring the word "PALESTINE" in bold lettering is visible on a wall in Minneapolis. The artwork incorporates imagery of a trumpet player and a raised fist, alongside the colors of the Palestinian flag. The mural was documented in November 2023 on Lake Street, a prominent commercial corridor in the city.

DAESK Graffiti in Uptown Minneapolis — Graffiti art by DAESK adorns a building on Emerson Avenue South in Uptown Minneapolis, photographed in October 2023.

Storefront window displaying "Rest In Power" and "George Floyd" messages at night on Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis. — A memorial tribute to George Floyd is displayed in the window of a business on Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis. The messages "Rest In Power" in the windows of a business on Chicago Avenue.

Aerial view of colorful mural on building at Hennepin Avenue and downtown Minneapolis street intersection at night. — An aerial view of the FAIR School For Arts mural on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, captured in September 2023. This vibrant artwork adorns a pedestrian walkway adjacent to the school, adding a splash of color to the urban environment. The FAIR School For Arts is a public school dedicated to providing arts-integrated education to students from kindergarten through 12th grade.

Stenciled Snoopy and Charlie Brown characters with text reading "I love Lucy" on a red brick wall of the Loring Greenway Bridge in Minneapolis. — Graffiti featuring characters from the "Peanuts" comic strip, Snoopy and Charlie Brown, adorns the brick wall of the bike bridge over Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis. The artwork includes the phrases "I Love Lucy" and "LSD," alongside a stylized heart.

Artists paint a mural on parking garage — Artists paint a mural on the Seven Points Mall parking garage in Uptown Minneapolis, a site that became a focal point of protests following the killing of Winston Smith by law enforcement on June 3, 2021.

Lift being used to paint billboard on parking ramp — A new mural being painted on the parking garage next to Seven Points Mall at Lake and Girard in Uptown Minneapolis. Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3, 2021 on the top floor which led to months of protest.

Unity Foods sign above George Floyd mural — The George Floyd mural on the side of Unity Foods (Cup Foods). The mural is located around the corner from where George Floyd was killed in May 2020 by the Minneapolis Police.

Longfellow and Lake Street mural in Minneapolis on a former furniture store wall. — The Longfellow and Lake Street mural in Minneapolis covers the former furniture store wall with neighborhood landmarks and transit imagery.

All women are beautiful artsy billboard — A billboard displaying "All Women Are Beautiful" is visible above George Floyd Square at E 38th St in Minneapolis. This artwork was created by 8th-grade students from Franklin Middle School as part of the Social Justice Billboard Project. The project has been showcasing local artists since July 2020.

2 art billboards over Unity Foods in Minneapolis — Billboards created by 8th-grade students from Franklin Middle School are displayed above Unity Foods at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. These artworks are part of the Social Justice Billboard Project, which has been showcasing local artists since July 2020.

Colorful yard sign expressing solidarity with George Floyd and mourning losses due to hate and racism in Minneapolis. — A yard sign in Minneapolis expresses grief and solidarity following the murder of George Floyd. The sign reads, "We mourn in solidarity with George Floyd, his family, the people of Minneapolis, and all of the souls we have lost across this nation, our planet, and throughout time due to hate, racism, religious bigotry, and fear of one another. We love you Minneapolis".

Black and white mural of George Floyd on a brick wall in North Minneapolis. — A mural of George Floyd in North Minneapolis, seen on July 1, 2023. The artwork serves as a memorial and a symbol of the ongoing movement for racial justice, particularly in the wake of Floyd's murder in the city in 2020.

George Floyd mural at night in July 2023 — The George Floyd mural on 38th Street at George Floyd Square.

Justice For George on the side of Target Store Minneapolis — A mural commemorating George Floyd is displayed at the rebuilt Target Store in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The artwork features a raised fist, a symbol of solidarity and resistance, alongside imagery referencing the Minneapolis Uprising and the destruction of the Third Precinct police station. The mural also includes elements of mutual aid, such as "Mutual Aid Food Water Supplies," reflecting community support during a period of intense social unrest.

Colorful murals on Lake Street — Lake Street in South Minneapolis is a vibrant commercial corridor known for its diverse businesses and public art. This mural, featuring colorful butterflies and abstract patterns, adorns the side of a building, adding visual interest to the urban environment.

No New Third flyers on third precinct police station — Flyers demanding "NO NEW THIRD" and "WE DEMAND ABOLITION" are posted on a fence surrounding the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The precinct was damaged during protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The city has been holding community listening sessions to determine whether to rebuild a police precinct at the site or elsewhere. These flyers reflect ongoing activism and community sentiment regarding policing in Minneapolis.

No New Third Not Now Not Ever Flyers MPD 2023 — Flyers protesting the proposed rebuilding of the Minneapolis Police Department's 3rd Precinct are displayed on a wooden structure. The flyers, which read "NO NEW THIRD. NOT NOW. NOT EVER." and "WE REMEMBER GEORGE FLOYD. WE DEMAND ABOLITION.", reference the precinct's destruction during the 2020 George Floyd protests. The city had been holding "community listening sessions" to gather input on whether to rebuild the precinct at its original location or elsewhere.

Dont tell me this town aint got heart sign — Posters with the phrases "Don't tell me this town ain't got no heart" and "You just gotta walk around" are displayed on utility boxes in Minneapolis.

Mural on Minnehaha Avenue showing budget pie charts and cyclist, titled "A Budget is a Moral Document." — This mural on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis, titled "A Budget is a Moral Document," was created in the aftermath of the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising. The artwork visually dissects a city budget into pie charts, illustrating the allocation of public funds totaling $1.59 billion.

Reggie LeFlore's green and yellow train mural under a bridge on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A mural by Reggie LeFlore on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. The Midtown Greenway is a 5.7-mile paved trail built on a former railroad corridor, connecting the Mississippi River to the western edge of the city.

Yellow and black fist symbol on garage door at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. — Art adorns a garage door at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, a site that became a focal point for protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

A security guard walks past colorful murals on East Lake Street in Minneapolis. — A security guard stands watch on East Lake Street in Minneapolis, a thoroughfare known for its vibrant cultural landscape and community engagement.

Minnehaha Liquors sign and adjacent mural with justice quotes on East Lake Street in Minneapolis during snowfall. — The Minnehaha Liquors sign stands on East Lake Street in Minneapolis, February 2023, during a snowfall. The building adjacent to the sign features a mural with quotes from Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Paul Wellstone, advocating for economic, social, and racial justice. This location is near the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct, which was a focal point during the 2020 Minneapolis uprising following the murder of George Floyd.

Colorful mural on Coliseum Building surrounded by snow piles on Lake Street in Minneapolis at night. — Large snow piles accumulate on Lake Street in Minneapolis on January 7, 2023, adjacent to the Coliseum Building.

Colorful mural depicting Prince and figures in yellow clothing adorns a building adjacent to First Avenue music venue in downtown Minneapolis. — Prince mural at First Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. The mural is part of the First Avenue music venue complex, a landmark associated with Prince and Minneapolis music history.

Jimmy Longoria mural on Chicago Lake Liquors in Minneapolis — A vibrant mural by artist Jimmy Longoria adorns the exterior of Chicago-Lake Liquors in Minneapolis. The artwork covers the building's front metal shutters, transforming the facade into a dynamic visual statement. This mural is part of a broader artistic response to the events of the Minneapolis Uprising.

Boards on building in November 2022 Hennepin Ave Lake Street — Banners promoting Elder Abuse Awareness are displayed on the former Victoria's Secret and Gap building at the intersection of Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. The building's facade was previously covered with boards from the June 2020 protests following the murder of George Floyd.

Giant Pencil Sculpture Near Lake of the Isles — A large pencil sculpture stands partly buried in fresh snow near Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis. The piece—well-known to neighborhood walkers and cyclists—sits on the lawn of a private residence and has become a quiet local landmark. Framed by stone steps, evergreens, and early-season snowfall, it reflects the eclectic public-facing art found throughout the surrounding residential areas of the Chain of Lakes.

Snow falling with mural at Metro Transit train station — The Lake Street/Midtown Station in South Minneapolis is adorned with a vibrant mural, seen here during a November snowfall. This station serves as a key transit hub for the city, connecting multiple bus routes and the Blue Line light rail.

Kindness is Free Box — A "Kindness is Free" box, a community initiative, is pictured in Minneapolis.

Recycle Go Green Flower Beds in Minneapolis — In a South Minneapolis neighborhood, a "Recycle Go Green" flower bed and a "Little Free Library" stand as community-driven initiatives. The "Recycle Go Green" planter, adorned with lights, promotes environmental consciousness, while the adjacent "Grab a Book, Pick Some Veggies" planter and the "Lil Books" library encourage resource sharing and community engagement.

Radical Minneapolis Public Works sticker — A sticker on a Minneapolis light pole reads "All My Friends Bully the... Minneapolis Public Works Jerks." The sticker also states "Suppresses Rebellion. Smashes Belongings. Evicts Unhoused Neighbors. Supports Elite Developers & Gentrifiers. Attacks Community Spaces." This message is a critique of the Minneapolis Public Works department's role in clearing encampments.

Mortimers Bar Painted Boards — Graffiti art adorns the boarded-up windows of Mortimer's Bar on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The messages "Stay Strong" and "Twin Cities" are visible, alongside painted fists symbolizing solidarity and resistance. These boards were installed during the civil unrest following the murder of George Floyd in 2020, a period of significant protest and activism in Minneapolis. Mortimer's, a long-standing establishment known for its live music, became a canvas for community expression during this time.

The THC Joint in Downtown Minneapolis — A mural of cannabis leaves adorns the exterior of a red brick building in downtown Minneapolis, adjacent to "The THC Joint" dispensary.

Minneapolis Police Third Precinct with Joyful Art — An art installation adorns the fencing surrounding the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The building sustained significant damage during the civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The installation, featuring banners with messages like "CULTURE," "ONE SOUND IN UNITY," and "SPACE."

Grass At The Minnehaha Liquors Site — This photograph shows the site of the former Minnehaha Liquors building on Lake Street in Minneapolis, which was destroyed by fire during the civil unrest following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The building's remaining brick wall has been adorned with a mural inspired by Piet Mondrian's abstract compositions, featuring blocks of primary colors. Adjacent to it, another building displays a vibrant mural with the word "LOVE" spelled out in colorful letters against a sky backdrop with hot air balloons and trees.

Make a Joyful Noise at Police Station — An art installation, "Make a Joyful Noise," is displayed on the fencing surrounding the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The precinct was heavily damaged during the civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Minneapolis Police Third Precinct Art Fence — An art installation featuring hubcaps and other metallic objects adorns the security fencing surrounding the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. This precinct was significantly damaged during the civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Millennium Auto Service in South Minneapolis — Millennium Auto Service is located in George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, a neighborhood that became a focal point of protests and activism following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. A message on the garage door reads, "WE CANNOT BECOME NUMB TO INJUSTICE, TRAUMA, AND INEQUALITY."

Unity Peace Art Blocks at George Floyd Square — Art blocks bearing the words "Unity" and "Peace" are displayed at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. This space, located at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, became a significant site of protest and community organizing following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

White Silence is Violence mural on a garage door in South Minneapolis — This mural, located on a garage door in South Minneapolis, reads "White Silence is Violence." The phrase emerged as a slogan during the Minneapolis Uprising in 2020, following the murder of George Floyd. It critiques the inaction and complicity of white individuals and institutions in the face of racial injustice and police brutality. The mural serves as a public statement and a visual reminder of the ongoing struggle for racial equity.

All Black Lives Matter mural — A mural located on the exterior of a building at 40th Street in South Minneapolis. The artwork features multiple signs with messages such as "All Black Lives Matter," "No Justice No Peace," "This is Indigenous Land," and "Protect Trans Lives."

Graffiti, Art, Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, Minneapolis — Graffiti on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in Minneapolis reads, "Theres more to life than being really, really ridiculously good at graffiti. Not really..."

Completed mural at the Target Store in South Minneapolis — This mural adorns the exterior of the Target store located across from the former third precinct in Minneapolis. Following the 2020 unrest, Target committed to commissioning local artists to create permanent murals reflecting the Lake Street community's themes of rootedness, change, resilience, healing, growth, renewal, and togetherness. Seven artists contributed to this artwork, which serves as a visual representation of the neighborhood's spirit and its aspirations for recovery and unity.

Mural with the George Floyd Fist at Target on East Lake Street in Minneapolis — This mural adorns the exterior of the Target store on Lake Street in Minneapolis, located across from the third precinct. Commissioned as part of the store's reopening plan after the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising, the artwork was co-created by seven local artists.

North High School mural in North Minneapolis — This mural, located on the exterior wall of North High School in North Minneapolis. The artwork, titled "Our Matters: Opportunity, Belonging, Peace, Change," features themes of student empowerment, social justice, and community resilience.

This is our city mural in south minneapolis — This mural, featuring anatomical figures and the phrase "This Is Our City," is located on the side of a chiropractor's building in Minneapolis.

Mural boards covering a former K-Mart and grocery store on Lake Street in Minneapolis, with downtown skyscrapers visible beyond. — The downtown Minneapolis skyline includes the IDS Center, completed in 1972 at 792 feet and the tallest building in Minnesota, and the Foshay Tower, built in 1929 at 447 feet with an observation deck near its top. Mural boards now cover the fence around the former Kmart and grocery store site at Lake Street and Nicollet Avenue, demolished in 2022.

Order pickup at a Target Store in Minneapolis with paper over mural — The Target store on East Lake Street in Minneapolis is shown boarded up following damage sustained during civil unrest in late May 2020. The unrest followed the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers on May 25, 2020.

Artists drawing a mural at Target on East Lake in Minneapolis — Artists are completing a mural on the side of the East Lake Target in Minneapolis. The mural, located at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, is a significant piece of public art that emerged from the unrest. It features diverse portraits and symbols, including the fists representing George Floyd Square, serving as a visual testament to the community's resilience and ongoing dialogue about racial justice.

A George Floyd mural on a retaining wall in South Minneapolis. — A mural honoring George Floyd is visible on a retaining wall in South Minneapolis, May 2022. The artwork appeared in the wake of the widespread protests that followed Floyd's murder by a Minneapolis police officer in May 2020.

Raised fist on mural at Target Store in South Minneapolis — A mural sketch is underway on the exterior wall of the Target store located on East Lake Street in Minneapolis. This artwork is situated in a neighborhood that experienced significant unrest following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The mural's design appears to depict themes related to the protests and uprising that occurred in the city.

New Mural at Target East Lake Minneapolis May 2022 — Artists are seen working on a mural at the Target store on East Lake Street in Minneapolis in May 2022. This mural is located across from the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct station, which was significantly damaged following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. The mural's creation signifies a community effort to rebuild and express resilience in the wake of the unrest that followed Floyd's death.

Mural on boards over windows at Loon Smoke Shop — Boards cover the windows of the Loon Smoke Shop on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, adorned with a mural. The artwork features jellyfish and the text "PEACE BE UPON Minneapolis UNTIL WE GET IT."

Chicago Avenue mural in George Floyd Square — The names of individuals killed by police are painted on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis, a street that became known as George Floyd Square following his murder in May 2020. This memorial serves as a public acknowledgment of victims of police brutality and a focal point for ongoing protests and community organizing. The repainting of these names signifies a continued commitment to remembrance and activism in the face of systemic injustice.

Raised first at 39th St and Chicago Ave in Minneapolis — George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: Protest Site at Night. The raised fist monument stands at the intersection of 39th Street and Chicago Avenue, a site that became a focal point for protests following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020.

Mural on a fence near George Floyd Square May 2022 — This vibrant mural, located on a fence near George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis, was created in the aftermath of the 2020 uprising. The artwork features colorful depictions of children, butterflies, and books, with titles like "I'll Give You the Sun" and "Harry Potter" visible.

Colorful abstract mural displayed in a ground-level storefront window along Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis's North Loop. — The North Loop is a former warehouse district on the northwest edge of downtown Minneapolis, redeveloped since the 1990s into offices, apartments, and lofts. Cedar Lake Trail runs along its western edge, connecting the neighborhood to the regional bike path network that links downtown to the Chain of Lakes.

Chicken sculpture by Katharina Fritsch in Minneapolis — Katharina Fritsch's "Hahn/Cock" sculpture stands illuminated at night outside the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis. This ultramarine rooster, constructed from fiberglass and steel, was installed in 2017 as part of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden's redesign.

Sara Fohrenkamm mural in South Minneapolis — A mural by FRORIGINALS (Sara Fohrenkamm) in South Minneapolis.

Mural on Chicago Ave in Minneapolis in May 2022 — This mural, located on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. The artwork features portraits of Black women, symbolizing resilience and cultural heritage.

Lake Street Mural near Midtown Exchange — This mural, created by artist Melodee Strong, adorns a building on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The artwork features vibrant portraits and symbolic imagery, including elephants and floral motifs, reflecting themes of community and heritage.

A sticker reading "Prisons Are For Burning" with a tower graphic affixed to a lamppost along a Minneapolis bike trail. — A sticker with the slogan "Prisons Are For Burning." is affixed to a lamppost along a Minneapolis bike trail. The graphic depicts a prison structure with flames.

Handwritten graffiti reading "I miss you. Always -N- Never" on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in Minneapolis. — Graffiti on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in Minneapolis reads, "I miss you. Always -N- Never." The bridge, completed in 1997, spans the Hiawatha Avenue corridor and connects the Seward and Longfellow neighborhoods.

Crash at the George Floyd Mural — A vehicle crashed into the Cup Foods building in Minneapolis, damaging a propane tank container and the storefront. The building is known for the George Floyd mural painted on its exterior, which became a focal point after Floyd's murder in May 2020.

Together apART — The "Together / apART" project, initiated at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, invited the Powderhorn community to create a collective bonding and solidarity experience from their homes.

George Floyd Square memorial at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis at night. — The George Floyd Square Memorial, located at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis, serves as a site of remembrance and protest following the murder of George Floyd in 2020. The memorial features a "raised fist" sculpture, which is draped with a blanket in honor of Amir Locke, who was killed by Minneapolis Police in February 2022. This space has become a significant community gathering point for discussions on racial justice and police accountability.

Colorful graffiti murals by EACH2 and QZAR on a building wall along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — Graffiti on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis by EACH2 and QZAR.

Colin Kaepernick mural at 812 East 38th Street in Minneapolis — A mural depicting former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick kneeling is displayed on the exterior of a building at 812 East 38th Street in Minneapolis. The artwork is situated near George Floyd Square, a location that became a significant site of protest and activism following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. Kaepernick, known for his protests against racial injustice and police brutality during NFL games, is honored in this mural, which serves as a visual statement within a neighborhood that has been central to discussions on racial equality and social justice.

Say Their Names Cemetery at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis covered in snow. — The "Say Their Names Cemetery" memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis honors victims of racial injustice and police brutality. Established in the aftermath of George Floyd's murder in May 2020, the memorial features headstones bearing the names of individuals lost to violence.

Hayat Restaurant storefront on Lake Street in Minneapolis with colorful mural and neon signage. — Hayat Restaurant on Lake Street in Minneapolis is a Somali and Middle Eastern restaurant in the Powderhorn area.

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