Downtown Minneapolis

1,165 photos · 2009–2026

1,165 photographs tagged Downtown Minneapolis, 2009–2026.

Protesters holding anti-Trump signs on Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis during the MNPEACHMENT march
Thousands of Minnesotans gathered on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, for a protest against then-President Donald Trump. The event, known online as #MNPEACHMENT, was organized in opposition to Trump's policies and to call for his impeachment. The march originated near the Target Center, where Trump was holding a campaign rally, and proceeded through downtown under a significant police presence. This demonstration highlighted public dissent and political engagement in the city.

MNPEACHMENT Protest on Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis

Minneapolis Target Field Station with officers on the platform beside a Green Line train and Prince mural.
Minneapolis Target Field Station with Prince Mural and Security. On October 10, 2019, Homeland Security officers were present at the Target Field light rail station in downtown Minneapolis. This increased security presence was in response to a major political rally held at the nearby arena, which prompted heightened security measures throughout the Warehouse District transit corridor. The station serves as a key transit hub, connecting light rail lines to the downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods.

Minneapolis Target Field Station with Prince Mural and Security

Woman in a Trump 2020 hat sits in a downtown Minneapolis bar window during a 2019 rally.
A woman wearing a “Trump 2020” hat smiles from inside a downtown Minneapolis bar near the Target Center on October 10, 2019. The establishment, decorated with promotional posters for discounted beer and wings, became a temporary gathering spot for attendees arriving early to the president’s evening campaign rally. The 2019 visit marked a rare appearance by a sitting U.S. president in Minneapolis and drew both supporters and demonstrators into the city’s entertainment district, where security and anticipation heightened throughout the afternoon.

Minneapolis Bar Patron Before Trump Rally, Oct 10, 2019

Minneapolis police officers on bicycles patrol near a downtown pub on a wet street.
Minneapolis police officers on bicycles patrol the downtown area near the Target Center on October 10, 2019. This patrol occurred as supporters and protesters gathered for a campaign event hosted by then-President Donald Trump. The Target Center is a multi-purpose arena that hosts sporting events, concerts, and other public gatherings, and its surrounding streets often become focal points for political rallies and demonstrations.

Minneapolis Bike Police Patrol Near Target Center

Minneapolis police in riot gear face protesters outside Target Center during a Trump rally in downtown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis police officers in riot gear formed a barricade on First Avenue outside the Target Center on October 10, 2019. They confronted protesters gathered for a campaign rally held by then-President Donald Trump. The rally drew thousands to downtown Minneapolis, prompting a significant law enforcement response. The police line separated demonstrators from attendees as tensions escalated.

Minneapolis Police Confront Protesters Outside Target Center, 2019

Man wearing an Oath Keepers hat stands in downtown Minneapolis during a Trump rally protest.
A man wearing an Oath Keepers hat is seen amidst a crowd during a protest outside President Donald Trump’s campaign rally at the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019. The rally, which drew thousands of supporters and counter-protesters, filled Hennepin Avenue and was met with a significant police presence. The Oath Keepers, a far-right militia founded in 2009, is known for its anti-government stance and has been associated with armed protests, including the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol attack.

Oath Keepers Hat at Minneapolis Trump Rally Protest, 2019

Protest sign reading "Russia Made Me Do It" and Trump cutout on a barricade outside Target Center in Minneapolis.
A protest sign reading "Russia Made Me Do It" and a cutout of Donald Trump's face, defaced with a Hitler-esque mustache, are displayed on a barricade outside the Target Center in Minneapolis. This display was part of protests on October 10, 2019, coinciding with Trump's campaign rally, his first visit to Minnesota since the Mueller report's release. Thousands gathered in the Warehouse District to voice opposition to the president's policies and rhetoric, under heavy police presence and national media attention.

Minneapolis Trump Rally Protest Sign: “Russia Made Me Do It”

Protesters outside Target Center in Minneapolis hold signs opposing a Trump rally.
Thousands of protesters gathered outside the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, to oppose a Donald Trump campaign rally. Demonstrators voiced opposition to the administration's immigration policies and far-right extremism, with signs reading "Nazis Go Home – No Kids in Cages" and "Impeach Trump." This event represented a significant public display of dissent in the city during Trump's presidency.

Minneapolis Protest Against Trump Rally, Target Center, 2019

Protesters in downtown Minneapolis hold a Free Hugs sign outside Target Center at night.
A "Free Hugs" sign is visible amidst a protest outside the Target Center in Minneapolis on October 10, 2019. The demonstration occurred concurrently with a Donald Trump campaign rally, drawing thousands of attendees who gathered to express opposition to the administration's policies. Despite the charged political climate, the presence of signs like "Free Hugs" and "Hate Has No Home Here" highlighted a desire for connection and solidarity among some participants.

Free Hugs Sign at Minneapolis Trump Protest, Oct 2019

Protesters outside Target Center in downtown Minneapolis during a Trump rally.
Protesters gathered outside the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis on October 10, 2019, to voice their opposition to a Trump campaign rally being held inside. The Target Center, a multi-purpose arena, hosts a variety of events including sports, concerts, and political rallies. This protest occurred during the 2020 presidential election cycle, reflecting the political divisions of the time. The signs held by the crowd express a range of sentiments, from direct criticism of the president to broader political statements.

Protesters Outside Target Center, Minneapolis, October 10, 2019

Secret Service agents and police outside Target Center in Minneapolis, with vehicles parked at a loading dock.
Secret Service agents and police officers are visible outside the Target Center in Minneapolis on October 10, 2019. The presence of these security personnel indicates preparations for a high-profile event, likely the arrival of a presidential motorcade, as suggested by the agent using binoculars. The Target Center, a multi-purpose arena, frequently hosts major sporting events, concerts, and political rallies, necessitating robust security measures for such occasions.

Secret Service and Police Outside Target Center, Minneapolis

Green lights on 35W, Minneapolis, MN
The lights of Interstate 35W lit green for National Cerebral Palsy Awareness.

Green lights on 35W, Minneapolis, MN

Entrance of The Grand Hotel at 615 2nd Ave S in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The Grand Hotel stands at 615 2nd Ave S in downtown Minneapolis. The building operates as a hotel property within the city's downtown core, near the Mississippi riverfront district.

Entrance of The Grand Hotel, Downtown Minneapolis

Minneapolis skyline from Lake of the Isles with IDS Center and Capella Tower.
Minneapolis skyline from Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The IDS Center and Capella Tower rise above the trees on the far shore.

Minneapolis skyline from Lake of the Isles

East 19th Street in Stevens Square, Minneapolis, lined with brick apartment buildings and parked cars.
East 19th Street in Stevens Square, Minneapolis, running between brick residential buildings toward downtown. The street served as a residential neighborhood corridor in South Minneapolis, with early 20th-century apartment buildings lining both sides. A construction crane visible in the distance s ongoing development activity in the downtown area beyond the neighborhood.

East 19th Street, Stevens Square Minneapolis

Wells Fargo Tower Lights Up Downtown With Fog
A foggy night in downtown Minneapolis with IDS Center in the background with Xcel Energy Headquarters in the foreground.

Wells Fargo Tower Lights Up Downtown With Fog

365 Nicollet Apartments illuminated at dusk in downtown Minneapolis skyline.
365 Nicollet rises along Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, part of a wave of residential towers built in the city's Mill District during the mid-2010s. Developed by Alatus LLC and completed in 2017, the tower stands roughly 40 stories tall and holds luxury rental apartments with views of the Mississippi River and the downtown skyline.

365 Nicollet Apartment Tower, Downtown Minneapolis

Tower cranes and construction equipment operate at the RBC Gateway site in downtown Minneapolis at dusk.
A tower crane at the site of the new RBC Gateway development in Downtown Minneapolis.

Night Excavation at the RBC Gateway Construction Site

Construction cranes and excavators work at the RBC Gateway site in downtown Minneapolis during twilight with illuminated office towers in the background.
A foggy evening in Downtown Minneapolis with the RBC Gateway tower under construction on September 12, 2019.

Night Construction Site Beneath a Fog-Lit Minneapolis Skyline

The Lofton Hotel in Downtown Minneapolis at night
Loews Hotel in Downtown Minneapolis, now called The Lofton Hotel

The Lofton Hotel in Downtown Minneapolis at night

Target Field Station illuminated at night in Minneapolis's North Loop, surrounded by historic and modern buildings.
Target Field Station is a transit hub in the North Loop next to Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins. It opened in 2014 and brings together the METRO Blue and Green light rail lines, Northstar Commuter Rail, and Metro Transit buses under one roof.

Target Field Station Sign Above the North Loop

Ed Sullivan Theater marquee advertising The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in Midtown Manhattan at night.
The Ed Sullivan Theater in Midtown Manhattan carries the marquee for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The Broadway theater opened in 1927 and was later renamed for television host Ed Sullivan. It is best known as the home of The Ed Sullivan Show from 1948 to 1971 and has remained a major late-night television venue for CBS.

Marquee Lights Outside the Ed Sullivan Theater at Night

Illuminated neon sign for Angelo's Pizza Italian restaurant on a brick building facade in Midtown Manhattan.
Angelo's Pizza sign in Midtown Manhattan marks an Italian restaurant on a commercial block near the Ed Sullivan Theater. Its illuminated vertical sign projects from the building facade, a common form of streetside identification in New York City's dense entertainment and dining districts. The business name and restaurant designation make the sign the primary identifier of the establishment.

Angelo’s Pizza Neon Sign Glowing After Dark

Illuminated downtown Minneapolis skyline at night featuring the IDS Center and Wells Fargo Tower among modern high-rises.
Capella Tower, completed in 1992, stands 776 feet tall and is known for the ring of lights around its crown. Minneapolis City Hall, built from 1888 to 1909, stands nearby with a clock tower whose four faces each measure about eleven and a half feet across.

Minneapolis City Hall Clock Tower and Capella Tower at Night

Ameriprise Financial Center in Downtown Minneapolis, a 498-foot office tower.
The Ameriprise Financial Center is a 498-foot office tower at 707 2nd Avenue South in Downtown Minneapolis. Completed in 2001, the building serves as the headquarters for Ameriprise Financial.

Ameriprise Financial Center, Downtown Minneapolis

35W leading to downtown Minneapolis during construction
Highway 35W heading into downtown Minneapolis. The Minneapolis skyline in the background. Photo taken during 2019 highway construction.

35W leading to downtown Minneapolis during construction

Fifth Street Towers in downtown Minneapolis at night, with blue neon lighting on the cylindrical building.
Fifth Street Towers is a twin office tower complex at 100 and 150 South Fifth Street in downtown Minneapolis. Completed in 1982 and designed by the Minneapolis office of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the complex includes a 38-story south tower and a 30-story north tower connected by a shared base and the city's enclosed skyway system.

Fifth Street Tower in Downtown Minneapolis At NIght

Illuminated office buildings in downtown Minneapolis at dusk with lit windows across multiple facades.
The buildings of Downtown Minneapolis at night.

Glass and Glow of Downtown Minneapolis Office Towers

Nic on Fifth residential tower and downtown Minneapolis skyline at night with illuminated buildings.
Nic on Fifth is a residential high-rise at 40 South Ninth Street in downtown Minneapolis, completed in 2015 with 40 stories of apartments. It stands among the towers near Nicollet Mall, with downtown's office and residential buildings spreading out toward the horizon.

Nic on Fifth Rises Over the Downtown Minneapolis Skyline

Minneapolis skyway under construction between downtown buildings.
A Minneapolis skyway is under construction in downtown Minneapolis. The elevated pedestrian walkway connects buildings in the city’s enclosed skyway system, which links offices, shops, and transit access across the downtown core.

Downtown Minneapolis Skyway Construction in 2019

“Slippery When Wet” sign in a downtown Minneapolis parking garage.
A “Slippery When Wet” sign in a downtown Minneapolis parking garage.

Slippery When Wet Sign in Downtown Minneapolis Parking Garage

Blue and red directional signs for Ramp B and Ramp A in a Minneapolis parking garage.
Directional signs for Ramp B and Ramp A mark entrances in a downtown Minneapolis parking garage. The signs access points from 5th Street and 5th Avenue, guiding vehicles to different levels of the structure. Painted in blue and red with directional arrows, the signage is typical of urban parking facilities designed to manage traffic flow and vehicle circulation.

Parking Ramp Directional Signs, Downtown Minneapolis

Downtown Minneapolis skyline at dusk with the 10th Avenue Bridge spanning the Mississippi River below.
Built in 1929, the concrete arch bridge spans the river just downstream from Saint Anthony Falls. The Gold Medal Flour sign marks the old Washburn-Crosby mill complex, now home to the Mill City Museum.

Minneapolis Skyline Above the 10th Avenue Bridge

The 10th Avenue Bridge spans the Mississippi River with downtown Minneapolis skyline and Capella Tower at sunset.
The 10th Avenue Bridge crosses the Mississippi River between the West Bank and the University of Minnesota's East Bank campus. Built in 1929, it's a concrete arch bridge carrying Tenth Avenue Southeast into downtown Minneapolis.

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline Above the 10th Avenue Bridge

The Sporting House in downtown Minneapolis, a late 19th-century brick building.
The Sporting House in downtown Minneapolis was built circa 1889 on 11th Avenue. Historical records identify the brick building as a former brothel.

The Sporting House, Minneapolis

Downtown Minneapolis skyline at dusk with the IDS Center and Foshay Tower illuminated above Interstate 94.
The IDS Center and Foshay Tower stand above Interstate 94 in downtown Minneapolis. The IDS Center, completed in 1972, is 792 feet tall, the tallest building in Minnesota. The Foshay Tower, finished in 1929 and modeled after the Washington Monument, held that title until the IDS Center surpassed it.

IDS Center and Foshay Tower Above Interstate 94 in Minneapolis

The Pillsbury's Best flour mill sign glows red atop a historic brick mill building in Minneapolis at sunset.
The Pillsbury A-Mill, a former flour mill on the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, Minnesota, was once the world's largest flour mill for four decades. Completed in 1881, it utilized two powerful 1,200-horsepower waterwheels. Recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 1966, the structure has since been repurposed into resident artist lofts.

Pillsbury’s Best Flour Sign and Water Tower at Dusk

Pedestrians walk on the Stone Arch Bridge with an orange railing, overlooking stone foundation and Minneapolis grain silos.
The Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota, spans the Mississippi River. Originally constructed in 1883 by the St. Paul & Minneapolis Railroad. Today it's a pedestrian walkway and bicycle path.

Evening Walkers on Stone Arch Bridge Near the Grain Silos

Downtown Minneapolis skyline at night with Target Plaza South, Campbell Mithun Tower, and Foshay Tower.
Downtown Minneapolis skyline at night includes Target Plaza South, the Campbell Mithun Tower, and the Foshay Tower. Target Plaza South houses Target’s corporate headquarters, while the Foshay Tower is a 1929 Art Deco skyscraper that was once the city’s tallest building. The Campbell Mithun Tower stands nearby in the city’s central business district.

Minneapolis Skyline: Target HQ, Campbell Mithun Tower, Foshay Tower

US Bank Stadium at Night Minneapolis Minnesota
U.S. Bank Stadium, home of the NFL's Minnesota Vikings, is photographed from an elevated vantage point on the night of June 5, 2019, in downtown Minneapolis. Designed by HKS Architects and opened in 2016, the $1.1 billion venue replaced the Metrodome and features a translucent ETFE roof and sweeping glass curtain walls.

U.S. Bank Stadium in Downtown Minneapolis at Night

US Bank Stadium in Downtown East Minneapolis
US Bank Stadium, located in the Downtown East neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a multi-purpose indoor stadium that opened in 2016. It serves as the home venue for the National Football League's Minnesota Vikings and also hosts concerts, conventions, and other sporting events. Its construction replaced the Metrodome, providing a modern facility for professional sports and large-scale public gatherings in the Twin Cities.

US Bank Stadium at Night, Downtown East Minneapolis

Minneapolis City Hall's illuminated clock tower and green copper roof rise above the downtown skyline at night.
Minneapolis City Hall’s clock tower rises above downtown Minneapolis at night. The historic building was completed in 1909.

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline with City Hall’s Clock Tower

511 Building, the Minnesota Technology Center in Downtown Minneapolis
The 511 Building, also known as the Minnesota Technology Center, stands on the eastern edge of downtown Minneapolis near Interstate 94. Constructed in the 1980s, the low-rise complex was designed for large-scale telecommunications and data operations. The building has been renovated and updated over time and remains in use as a data center and colocation facility.

511 Building – Minnesota Technology Center – Downtown Minneapolis

Construction of the Thrivent Financial campus in downtown Minneapolis
Construction of the Thrivent Financial campus in downtown Minneapolis is underway, with the company's existing building visible alongside the new structure. The project, which began in 2018, is designed to consolidate Thrivent's operations into a single, modern facility. The new building features a distinctive glass facade and is situated adjacent to the historic Milwaukee Road Depot, a landmark of Minneapolis's transportation history.

Thrivent Financial Construction Downtown Minneapolis at Sunset

Target headquarters collaborative lounge and corridor in Minneapolis.
Target Corporation headquarters in Minneapolis includes this collaborative lounge and corridor designed for informal meetings and shared work. The interior uses open seating areas, long communal tables, and a curved ceiling treatment to create a flexible workplace setting. It is part of Target’s headquarters campus in the city.

Target Headquarters collaborative lounge, Minneapolis

The "Sneaky Pete's" bar and "Dreamgirls" nightclub are visible on N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis, part of the city's entertainment district.
The "Sneaky Pete's" bar and "Dreamgirls" nightclub are visible on N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis. Sneaky Pete's, advertised as an "Ultimate Fun Bar + Grill," and Dreamgirls, a nightclub, are part of the entertainment district in this area of the city. The surrounding buildings showcase a mix of architectural styles, reflecting the development of Minneapolis over time. This block of N 5th Street has historically been a hub for nightlife and entertainment.

Sneaky Pete’s and Dreamgirls, Downtown Minneapolis

Minneapolis Main Post Office service window in downtown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Main Post Office in downtown Minneapolis features an Art Deco service window installed in the building’s 1933 lobby. The federal post office was designed by Léon Eugene Arnal and serves the city’s central business district.

Minneapolis Main Post Office Service Window, Downtown Minneapolis

Interstate 94 at night, cutting through downtown Minneapolis. The highway connects the city core with suburbs and facilitates regional commerce.
Interstate 94 cuts through downtown Minneapolis at night. This major artery, completed in stages from the 1960s through the 1980s, was designed to connect the city's core with surrounding suburbs and facilitate regional commerce. The highway's construction significantly altered the urban fabric of Minneapolis, influencing development patterns and transportation habits. Today, I-94 remains a critical component of the Twin Cities' transportation network, serving millions of vehicles annually and shaping the city's economic and social geography.

Interstate 94 at Night, Downtown Minneapolis

Minneapolis downtown skyline at twilight, viewed from Cedar Lake Trail with illuminated office towers against a deep blue sky.
Downtown Minneapolis's skyscrapers stand along the Cedar Lake Trail, including the IDS Center and Capella Tower. The IDS Center, completed in 1972, is Minnesota's tallest building at 792 feet.

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline Seen from the Cedar Lake Trail

North Cedar Lake Trail, St. Louis Park, MN.
North Cedar Lake trail in St. Louis Park, Minnesota

North Cedar Lake Trail, St. Louis Park, MN.

A temporary Ferris wheel illuminates Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis during the 2019 NCAA Final Four fan festival.
Nicollet Mall is downtown Minneapolis's main shopping street, a pedestrian and transit mall that opened in 1967 and was rebuilt in 2015–2017. A temporary Ferris wheel stands on the mall in April 2019 as part of the Tip-Off Tailgate, a fan festival tied to the NCAA Men's Final Four at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Tip-Off Tailgate Ferris Wheel Near the WCCO Sign

Illuminated Ferris wheel installed on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis during the 2019 NCAA Final Four.
Nicollet Mall is downtown Minneapolis's main shopping street, a pedestrian mall that opened in 1967 and was rebuilt in 2015–2017. A temporary Ferris wheel stands on the mall in April 2019 for the NCAA Final Four.

A Ferris Wheel Lights Up Nicollet Mall for the Final Four

A colorful illuminated Ferris wheel stands on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis during the 2019 NCAA Final Four.
A Ferris wheel was set up on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis for the 2019 NCAA Final Four, part of the fan festivities held around the men's basketball championship that April.

A Ferris Wheel Lights Up Nicollet Mall for the 2019 Final Four

Illuminated Ferris wheel with blue neon spokes installed downtown Minneapolis for the 2019 NCAA Final Four tournament.
A temporary Ferris wheel was set up on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis for Final Four Fan Fest events tied to the 2019 NCAA Men's Final Four. The tournament's championship games were played at U.S. Bank Stadium that April, with related fan activities held throughout downtown.

Ferris Wheel on Nicollet Mall During Final Four Weekend

Interstate 35W construction site in downtown Minneapolis at dusk, with the Foshay Tower and illuminated skyline in the background.
Interstate 35W construction on the south edge of downtown Minneapolis is framed by the central business district, including the Foshay Tower and the Hilton Garden Inn.

I-35W Construction Below the Foshay Tower at Dusk

Illuminated downtown Minneapolis office and residential towers rise above a still water feature near Nicollet Mall at night.
Downtown Minneapolis's towers rise near Nicollet Mall, including Capella Tower and the Fifth Street Towers, among office buildings and residential high-rises built up in the 2000s and 2010s. A shallow pool along the street holds their reflections after dark.

Minneapolis Skyline Reflected in a Water Feature Near Nicollet Mall

AT&T Tower lobby at 901 Marquette Avenue in downtown Minneapolis.
AT&T Tower at 901 Marquette Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. The renovated lobby includes a security desk and seating area for office tenants and visitors.

AT&T Tower Lobby, 901 Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis

Bench in Father Hennepin Bluff Park beside snow and open water in Northeast Minneapolis.
Father Hennepin Bluff Park in Northeast Minneapolis, with a bench beside a snow-covered area near open water. The park sits along the Mississippi River and offers views toward downtown Minneapolis.

Bench in Father Hennepin Bluff Park, Northeast Minneapolis

Third Avenue Bridge crosses the Mississippi River with the Gold Medal Flour sign and downtown Minneapolis skyline illuminated at dusk.
The Third Avenue Bridge crosses the Mississippi River just downstream from Saint Anthony Falls, linking downtown Minneapolis to the university area to the east. Completed in 1918, it's a concrete arch span designed by engineer Kristoffer Olsen Oustad with a slight curve to fit the site's geology. Below it, the Lower St. Anthony Falls Lock and Dam helps vessels pass the falls, while the Gold Medal Flour sign, raised above the old Washburn-Crosby mill site in 1908, still marks the skyline behind it.

Foggy Dusk at Third Avenue Bridge and St. Anthony Falls

Inside the Fifth Street Towers skyway
The skyway connecting the Soo Line Apartments to the Fifth Street Towers. The skyway is part of the large Minneapolis Skyway System.

Inside the Fifth Street Towers skyway

Inside the Canadian Pacific Plaza Skyway Minneapolis
Located at 120 South 6th St, the 28 story Canadian Pacific Plaza was the tallest building in Minneapolis built in the 1960s.

Inside the Canadian Pacific Plaza

Fifth Street Towers skyway entrance in downtown Minneapolis with wood-paneled walls and lit planters.
Inside the Fifth Street Towers in Downtown Minneapolis.

Fifth Street Towers Skyway Entrance, Minneapolis

Downtown Minneapolis from St. Anthony Main
The Minneapolis skyline is visible in the distance, with US Bank Stadium prominently featured. In the foreground, the historic Stone Arch Bridge spans the Mississippi River, connecting the St. Anthony Main district to the city's core. Originally built in 1883 for the Great Northern Railway, the bridge is now a pedestrian and bicycle path, offering views of the river and the former industrial buildings that once defined this area.

Minneapolis Skyline and Stone Arch Bridge in Winter

625 Building sign on a downtown Minneapolis facade beside a blue glass office tower
The 625 Building rises in downtown Minneapolis with a red and white facade in the foreground and a glass office tower behind it. A large “625” address sign is mounted on the building’s exterior near the corner.

625 Building, Downtown Minneapolis

Minneapolis City Hall's Romanesque Revival towers with green copper roofs and large clock faces stand beside construction scaffolding.
Minneapolis City Hall, at 350 South Fifth Street, was built between 1888 and 1906 to a design by architects Franklin B. Long and Frederick Kees in the Romanesque Revival style. Its tower rises 345 feet and carries four clock faces, each about 24 feet in diameter, driven by a weight-powered mechanism installed when the building opened. The clock has long been cited as one of the largest four-faced, chiming clocks in the country. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and still houses Minneapolis municipal offices along with Hennepin County government functions.

Minneapolis City Hall Towers Beside a Construction Site at Dusk

AT&T Tower in downtown Minneapolis rises above a parking ramp.
AT&T Tower, Minneapolis, rises above a downtown parking ramp. The building is a prominent office tower in the city’s central business district.

AT&T Tower, Minneapolis

Target Corporation headquarters tower in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Target Corporation headquarters in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The tower is part of Target Center’s corporate campus and the company’s main office complex in the city.

Target Headquarters Tower, Minneapolis

Target headquarters in downtown Minneapolis lit red and yellow at dusk.
The Target Corporation headquarters building in downtown Minneapolis is illuminated at dusk. Completed in 2001, the structure serves as the central hub for the retail giant's operations. Its modern architecture features a dark glass facade, contrasted by a vibrant red and yellow lighting system on its upper levels. The building is a significant presence in the Minneapolis business district, reflecting the company's prominence in the retail industry.

Target Headquarters, Downtown Minneapolis at Dusk

Northeast Minneapolis riverfront at night with illuminated Pillsbury A Mill and US Bank Stadium visible across the Mississippi River.
US Bank Stadium, a multi-purpose venue completed in 2016, is visible across the Mississippi River from Northeast Minneapolis. In the foreground, the historic Pillsbury A Mill, once the largest flour mill in the world, stands as a reminder of the area's industrial past.

Pink-Lit Trees on St. Anthony Main Near US Bank Stadium

The Mill City Museum, housed in the former Washburn "A" Grain Elevator in Minneapolis, preserves the history of the city's flour milling industry.
The Mill City Museum in Minneapolis is housed in the former Washburn "A" Grain Elevator, a structure that was once the largest flour mill in the world. The museum preserves and interprets the history of the mill and the city's flour milling industry, which was central to Minneapolis's development. The grain elevator, built in 1880, is a prominent example of industrial architecture from the era. Today, the museum offers exhibits on the milling process, the lives of mill workers, and the impact of the industry on the city's growth and identity.

Gold Medal Flour Grain Elevator, Mill City Museum, Minneapolis

The Gold Medal Flour neon sign illuminates a historic grain elevator in downtown Minneapolis, a reminder of the city's industrial past.
The "Gold Medal Flour" neon sign stands atop a historic grain elevator in downtown Minneapolis. This sign has been a prominent feature of the city's industrial waterfront for decades, advertising a brand that originated in the late 19th century.

Gold Medal Flour Neon Sign, Downtown Minneapolis

Aerial view of the former Dayton's department store rooftop and surrounding downtown Minneapolis buildings at night.
The former Dayton's department store building occupies a full block along Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, between Seventh and Eighth streets. Dayton's opened the flagship store in 1902 and operated there for decades before the chain became Macy's, which closed the location in 2017. The complex has since been redeveloped for offices and retail under new ownership.

Rooftops of the Former Dayton’s Building Above Nicollet Mall

Colorful waterfall outside Hennepin County GC
Hennepin County Government Center, construction was completed in 1977. While often looked at as a single building, it’s actually 2 different towers with glass in between them. When viewed from the northeast or southeast(such as this photo), the building gives the appearance of the letter H for Hennepin. The towers are accessible from each other via catwalks on each floor. Glass walls were added after multiple suicides.

Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis MN

Bail Bonds Doctor and Minneapolis Public Service Building banners on fencing in downtown Minneapolis.
Bail Bonds Doctor and City of Minneapolis New Public Service Building banners line fencing around a construction site in downtown Minneapolis. The project appears to be associated with the Minneapolis Public Service Center area.

Bail Bonds Doctor Banner, Minneapolis Public Service Building

Minneapolis downtown skyline illuminated at night, viewed across the Mississippi River at dusk.
The Mississippi River flows past downtown Minneapolis on its way from Lake Itasca to the Gulf of Mexico, a course of about 2,340 miles.

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline Across the Mississippi River at Night

Target Field Northttar Train Station in Minneapolis
Target Field Station and Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, are shown at night. The station serves as a transit hub for the Northstar Line and Metro Transit, connecting commuters and fans to downtown Minneapolis. Target Field, opened in 2010, is the home ballpark of the Minnesota Twins baseball team and is located in the city's North Loop neighborhood.

Target Field Station and Stadium, Minneapolis

Target Field and Interstate 394 in Minneapolis
Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins, and Interstate 394 are shown at night in Downtown Minneapolis. Opened in 2010, Target Field is a significant outdoor baseball stadium located in the city's North Loop neighborhood. A multi-story parking ramp adjacent to the stadium provides essential vehicle access for events and the surrounding urban environment. Interstate 394, a major freeway completed in the late 1980s, facilitates commuter traffic, connecting western suburbs to the downtown core and supporting the accessibility of this urban district.

Target Field, Parking Ramp, I-394, Downtown Minneapolis Night

Hotel Ivy and Ivy Residences rise near the snow-covered Minneapolis Convention Center.
Hotel Ivy and Ivy Residences stand in downtown Minneapolis near the Minneapolis Convention Center. The complex is located on South Eleventh Street at the south end of downtown. Snow covers the convention center roofs and surrounding streets during late winter.

Hotel Ivy and Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis

Downtown Minneapolis skyline along Marquette Avenue with mixed architectural styles under clear sky.
Marquette Avenue runs through the core of downtown Minneapolis, lined with several of the city's tallest office towers. The gold-toned tower on the left is Wells Fargo Center, completed in 1988 and designed by Cesar Pelli; at 774 feet and 57 floors, it ranks among Minnesota's tallest buildings. The green-topped tower is Capella Tower, finished in 1992 at 776 feet with 56 floors, built originally as the headquarters for AT&T's regional operations. Both buildings anchor a stretch of Marquette Avenue that has long served as a corridor for banking, law, and corporate offices in the city.

Skyline Along Marquette Avenue, Downtown Minneapolis

Gold Medal Park in Minneapolis with the Guthrie Theater and Gold Medal Flour sign at night.
Gold Medal Park in Minneapolis's Mill District sits beside the Guthrie Theater near the Mississippi riverfront. The park opened in 2007 on land tied to the area's former flour-milling district. The Gold Medal Flour sign marks the historic Washburn-Crosby milling complex near Mill City Museum.

Gold Medal Park and Guthrie Theater, Minneapolis

Hotel Ivy and IDS Center rise in the downtown Minneapolis skyline near Century Plaza.
Downtown Minneapolis skyline near Century Plaza includes Hotel Ivy, IDS Center, and Wells Fargo Center. Century Plaza houses the Minneapolis Police Department's 1st Precinct, which covers the downtown area.

Hotel Ivy and IDS Center, Downtown Minneapolis

Excavator demolishes snowy building on Marquette Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, revealing police officer mural on adjacent wall.
Demolition work on Marquette Avenue in downtown Minneapolis clears a low-rise commercial building for the City Club Apartments redevelopment in February 2018.

Police Officer Mural Revealed in Snowy Marquette Avenue Demolition

Coyote Pretty pop-up club in downtown Minneapolis during preparations for Super Bowl LII.
Coyote Pretty pop-up club in downtown Minneapolis was installed ahead of Super Bowl LII, played at U.S. Bank Stadium on February 4, 2018. The temporary bar and dance saloon used Coyote Pretty branding during the city’s Super Bowl preparations.

Coyote Pretty Pop-Up Club, Downtown Minneapolis

US Bank Corporate Headquarters in Downtown Minneapolis
The U.S. Bancorp Center in Downtown Minneapolis seen in January 2018. The building serves as the headquarters for US Bank.

US Bank Corporate Headquarters in Downtown Minneapolis

Minneapolis Skyway over Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, linking office towers across the street.
Minneapolis Skyway over Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. The enclosed pedestrian network connects office towers, hotels, parking ramps, and retail spaces across the city center. It allows indoor pedestrian crossings above street level.

Minneapolis Skyway over Nicollet Mall

Purple emergency exit door in a downtown Minneapolis parking ramp beside a peeling black masonry wall.
A purple emergency exit door marks a fire exit in a downtown Minneapolis parking ramp. Door signage warns that the alarm will sound and that blocking the fire lane is prohibited by order of the fire chief. Snow along the wall and worn masonry finishes mark winter conditions and maintenance wear in the ramp.

Purple Emergency Exit Door, Minneapolis Parking Ramp

Target Center and Mayo Clinic Square in downtown Minneapolis at night.
Target Center and Mayo Clinic Square are in downtown Minneapolis near the Warehouse District. Target Center is the arena used by the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx. Mayo Clinic Square includes sports medicine, office, restaurant, and retail space adjacent to the arena.

Target Center and Mayo Clinic Square, Downtown Minneapolis

Hyatt Place seen from the parking garage on 5th and 5th.
Hyatt Place seen from the parking ramp at 5th and 5th in Downtown Minneapolis.

Hyatt Place seen from Parking Ramp

Interior view of a spiral parking ramp with concrete levels and steel support beams in downtown Minneapolis.
A multi-level parking ramp in downtown Minneapolis features concrete construction with spiral design elements. The structure's repetitive ramps and support columns create geometric patterns visible from interior vantage points. Steel beams support the upper levels, characteristic of mid-century parking garage construction in urban centers.

Spiral Parking Ramp, Downtown Minneapolis

The Armory building and illuminated Wells Fargo office towers stand in downtown Minneapolis at night.
The Armory and the new Wells Fargo Towers in Downtown East, Minneapolis.

Snow-Dusted Armory Roof Beneath the Wells Fargo Towers at Night

Wells Fargo Towers Armory and US Bank Stadium
The Downtown East neighborhood of Minneapolis is represented by its modern architectural landmarks. The Wells Fargo Towers, completed in 2017, serve as a significant corporate presence in the city's business district. Adjacent to them stands the historic Minneapolis Armory, originally built in 1935 as a venue for military drills and public events, which has since been redeveloped. Dominating the background is U.S. Bank Stadium, a state-of-the-art facility that opened in 2016, hosting professional football games and other large-scale events.

Downtown East Minneapolis: Wells Fargo, Armory, US Bank Stadium

Target Plaza South on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis at night.
Target Plaza South in downtown Minneapolis is part of Target Corporation's headquarters complex on Nicollet Mall. Completed in 2001, the office tower is located near 10th Street in the southern part of the central business district.

Target Plaza South, Downtown Minneapolis

Minneapolis skyline at sunset, featuring Capella Tower, IDS Center, and Foshay Tower. The IDS Center (1972) and Foshay Tower (1929) represent modernist and early skyscraper architecture.
The Minneapolis skyline is illuminated by sunset, with the Capella Tower, IDS Center, and Foshay Tower prominently featured.

Minneapolis: Capella Tower, IDS Center, Foshay Tower at Sunset

Lit up neon sign reading Gold Medal Flour, Minneapolis
Gold Medal Flour and US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis.

Gold Medal Flour and US Bank Stadium, Minneapolis

Hilton Minneapolis and Marquette Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at dusk.
Hilton Minneapolis and Marquette Avenue are in downtown Minneapolis, near the Minneapolis Convention Center. The hotel at 1001 Marquette Avenue South is one of the major lodging properties in the city’s convention district. Marquette Avenue is part of the downtown street network used by local bus routes and southbound traffic.

Hilton Minneapolis and Marquette Avenue, Downtown Minneapolis

A Target-branded basketball court is illuminated at night in downtown Minneapolis, near the Target Corporation's headquarters.
A Target-branded basketball court is illuminated at night in downtown Minneapolis. This court is located near the Target Corporation's headquarters, reflecting the company's presence in the city's business district. The surrounding buildings showcase the urban environment of Minneapolis, with the court serving as a recreational amenity within the downtown area. Its presence highlights the integration of corporate branding with public spaces in contemporary urban development.

Target Basketball Court at Night, Downtown Minneapolis

Marquette Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis at night, showing illuminated office buildings in the city's central business district.
Marquette Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis is a central artery for the city's business district. The street is lined with numerous office buildings, reflecting the area's role as a hub for commerce and finance. Many of these structures are illuminated at night, showcasing the active professional environment that continues after business hours. The architecture visible represents a range of modern and mid-century design, contributing to the city's distinct urban character.

Marquette Avenue, Downtown Minneapolis at Night

Aerial view of the Foshay Tower and AT&T Tower at night in Downtown Minneapolis, highlighting illuminated windows and ongoing development.
The Foshay Tower, completed in 1929, was Minneapolis's first skyscraper and served as a symbol of the city's burgeoning prosperity. Adjacent to it is the AT&T Tower.

Downtown Minneapolis: Foshay and AT&T Towers at Night

The I-35W Mississippi River Bridge at night, with the Minneapolis skyline in the background.
The I-35W Mississippi River Bridge over the Mississippi River in downtown Minneapolis. The bridge collapsed in 2007 and was replaced in 2008.

Minneapolis I-35W Bridge and Downtown Skyline at Night

Boarded windows on a brick apartment building alley in downtown Minneapolis at night.
The Laurel Apartments building sits near downtown Minneapolis, constructed with the rusticated stone base and brick upper walls common to the city's late-19th and early-20th century multifamily housing stock.

Boarded Windows and Gated Archway, Laurel Apartments, Minneapolis

The Hennepin County Medical Center skyway connects buildings in downtown Minneapolis, providing a weather-protected passage for patients and staff.
The Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC) skyway connects buildings within the Hennepin Healthcare complex in downtown Minneapolis. This elevated walkway provides a weather-protected passage for patients, staff, and visitors between medical facilities. HCMC, established in 1972, is a major public hospital serving the Twin Cities metropolitan area and is a key component of the city's downtown infrastructure.

Hennepin County Medical Center Skyway, Minneapolis at Night

Hennepin Healthcare's Minneapolis campus on Chicago Avenue at night, featuring modern additions and construction.
Hennepin Healthcare's downtown Minneapolis campus at night. The medical center, located on Chicago Avenue, has served the community since its founding in 1969. The photograph captures the hospital complex, including a modern addition with a distinctive copper-colored facade and a skybridge connecting different structures.

Hennepin Healthcare Minneapolis at Night

Hennepin Healthcare on Chicago Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night.
Hennepin Healthcare's new clinic and specialty center, located on Chicago Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, is illuminated at night. This facility, part of the larger Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC) system, provides essential healthcare services to the community. The building's modern design contrasts with the historic architecture visible in the background, representing the ongoing development of the urban environment.

Hennepin Healthcare, Chicago Ave, Downtown Minneapolis at Night

Downtown Minneapolis north of the AT&T Tower with office towers and commercial blocks.
Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, north of the AT&T Tower includes the central business district and adjoining blocks toward the city’s north side. The area combines office towers, hotels, parking structures, commercial streets, and transportation corridors within the downtown core.

Downtown Minneapolis North of AT&T Tower

Downtown Minneapolis cityscape featuring Capella Tower, Wells Fargo Center, and Foshay Tower, representing key architectural developments.
This photograph looks out from the AT&T Tower, showcasing the downtown Minneapolis cityscape. Prominently featured are the Capella Tower, completed in 1992, and the Wells Fargo Center, which was the city's tallest building upon its completion in 1989. The image also includes the historic Foshay Tower, a landmark built in 1929 that was once the tallest building in Minneapolis. These structures represent significant periods of architectural development and economic growth in the city's central business district.

Downtown Minneapolis: Capella Tower and Wells Fargo Center

The Basilica of Saint Mary in Minneapolis is illuminated at night, with Interstate 94 passing beneath an overpass in the foreground.
The Basilica of Saint Mary, a prominent Roman Catholic church in Minneapolis, is illuminated at night, with Interstate 94 visible in the foreground. Construction of the basilica began in 1907 and it was consecrated in 1914, designed by architect Edward L. Masqueray in a French Renaissance style. It served as the seat of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis until 2008. The interstate highway, completed in the 1960s, represents a significant piece of mid-20th century urban infrastructure that reshaped the city's landscape and transportation networks.

Basilica of Saint Mary and I-94 at Night, Minneapolis

Night view of Target Center and Mayo Clinic Square in downtown Minneapolis with Seven Steakhouse rooftop bars and billboards.
Seven Steakhouse Sushi & Rooftop, located in downtown Minneapolis, operated from 2017 until its closure in the winter of 2022. The establishment was situated near prominent landmarks including the Target Center and the Mayo Clinic. This image, taken in June 2017, captures the vibrant atmosphere of the rooftop dining area and the surrounding urban environment, including advertisements for the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Seven Steakhouse Sushi & Rooftop in Downtown Minneapolis

Edition Apartments and US Bank Stadium anchor the Downtown East neighborhood of Minneapolis at dusk.
US Bank Stadium, a multi-purpose venue completed in 2016, anchors the Downtown East neighborhood of Minneapolis. Adjacent to the stadium is the Edition Apartments.

Dusk Over Park Avenue Near US Bank Stadium and Edition Apartments

Spiral ramp inside Minneapolis Downtown Spiral Parking Garage in Minneapolis.
The Minneapolis Downtown Spiral Parking Garage, located in downtown Minneapolis, is a multi-level concrete structure designed to accommodate vehicles. Its distinctive spiral ramp design is a common architectural solution for maximizing parking capacity within a limited urban footprint. Such garages are essential components of urban infrastructure, facilitating access to commercial and residential areas by providing necessary parking facilities. This particular structure serves the needs of the downtown business and entertainment district.

Minneapolis Downtown Spiral Parking Garage

Downtown Minneapolis skyscrapers at sunset.
The setting sun casts a warm glow over Downtown Minneapolis, illuminating the windows of its modern skyscrapers. These buildings represent the city's economic and commercial core, housing numerous businesses and corporate offices. The architecture reflects a blend of contemporary design, with glass facades mirroring the sky and surrounding structures. As evening approaches, the lights within the offices signify the ongoing activity and the city's role as a hub for commerce and industry.

June sunset in Downtown Minneapolis

Capella Tower in downtown Minneapolis against a clear sky.
The Capella Tower, a prominent skyscraper in downtown Minneapolis, is topped by a distinctive crown structure. This crown was recently retrofitted with energy-efficient LED lighting, enhancing its visibility and reducing its energy consumption. Completed in 1992, the tower stands as a significant piece of the city's architectural landscape and continues to serve as a key commercial and office space.

Capella Tower Crown with LED Lighting, Downtown Minneapolis

Fifth Street Towers in downtown Minneapolis at dusk.
The Fifth Street Towers, located in Downtown Minneapolis, are a pair of modern office buildings that contribute to the city's commercial core. Completed in the late 20th century, these structures feature distinctive curved facades and extensive glass exteriors, reflecting the surrounding urban environment. The towers house various businesses and professional services, serving as a key component of Minneapolis's business district. Their design and placement highlight the ongoing development and density of the downtown area.

Fifth Street Towers, Downtown Minneapolis

Fifth Street Towers in downtown Minneapolis at sunset
The Fifth Street Towers, a pair of modern office buildings in Downtown Minneapolis, are seen at sunset. The building on the right features a distinctive curved facade with horizontal bands of beige stone and blue-tinted glass, reflecting the sky and surrounding architecture. Its counterpart on the left is a more rectilinear structure with a grid of windows. These buildings are part of the central business district, housing various commercial enterprises and contributing to the city's economic activity.

Fifth Street Towers, Downtown Minneapolis at Sunset

Baker Center lobby windows face a downtown Minneapolis street at night.
Baker Center in downtown Minneapolis is a mixed-use complex with office and retail space. Its street-level lobby fronts the sidewalk and connects the building’s interior tenant areas with the surrounding downtown street grid. The lobby includes digital display panels and seating for visitors and building users.

Baker Center Lobby Windows, Downtown Minneapolis

A construction barrier banner on downtown Minneapolis's Nicollet Mall announces "The New Nicollet" redevelopment project opening November 2017.
Nicollet Mall is downtown Minneapolis's main street, rebuilt between 2015 and 2017. A banner on the construction fencing promised the finished project, called "The New Nicollet," would be done by November 2017.

“The New Nicollet” Construction Banner at Night

Spoonbridge and Cherry in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden with the downtown skyline behind it.
Spoonbridge and Cherry is located in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden near the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis. Designed by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, the sculpture was installed in 1988 as part of the garden’s opening. The work spans a pond and functions as a fountain during warm-weather months.

Spoonbridge and Cherry with Minneapolis Skyline

Walker Art Center Glass House in Minneapolis lit at night
The Walker Art Center Glass House stands in the Sculpture Garden in Minneapolis. The glass-and-steel structure is lit from within at night and serves as an entrance and exhibition space for the museum. Its geometric design and transparent facade are visible against the dark sky.

Walker Art Center Glass House, Minneapolis

Northstar Center walkway in downtown Minneapolis, lit interior corridor with glass walls.
The Northstar Center, located in downtown Minneapolis, features this exterior walkway. The building, completed in 1960, was designed by architect Minoru Yamasaki, who also designed the World Trade Center towers. The Northstar Center was one of the first mixed-use developments in Minneapolis, intended to revitalize the city's central business district. The walkway connects various parts of the complex and provides pedestrian access, reflecting the mid-century modern architectural style prevalent at the time of its construction.

Northstar Center Exterior Walkway, Downtown Minneapolis

The Dahl Violin Shop building in downtown Minneapolis at night
The Dahl Violin Shop building, located in downtown Minneapolis, was a historic establishment dedicated to the sale and repair of stringed instruments. It's since been demolished.

Dahl Violin Shop, Downtown Minneapolis

Alleyway in downtown Minneapolis framed by the IDS Center and AT&T Tower at dusk
An alleyway in downtown Minneapolis frames the IDS Center and the AT&T Tower. The older brick buildings lining the alleyway, likely dating from the early to mid-20th century, contrast with the modern skyscrapers. The IDS Center, completed in 1972, was Minneapolis's tallest building for many years and a significant example of modernist architecture. The AT&T Tower, also known as the Marquette Building, was completed in 1983. This view highlights the juxtaposition of older industrial or commercial structures with contemporary high-rise development in the city's central business district.

Alleyway with IDS Center, Minneapolis

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