Flyer

89 photos · 2020–2026

89 photographs tagged Flyer, 2020–2026.

Stolen Cultural Artifacts Flyer — A flyer in Minneapolis that seeks to find buyers for stolen cultural artifacts with a number to contact.

Poster advertising "Paddle for BWCA" event on September 5th with the Climate Justice Committee at Bde Maka Ska Pavilion. — The flyer advertises Paddle for BWCA, an event organized by the Climate Justice Committee to oppose copper-sulfide mining near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. It lists a meet-up at the Bde Maka Ska Pavilion in Minneapolis, with paddlers gathering at the boat launch and a land-based contingent for those without watercraft. The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, a federally protected wilderness in the Superior National Forest, has been the subject of long-running opposition campaigns against proposed mining operations near its watershed.

Poster for "Chairs of Minneapolis" project taped to a pole, featuring illustrated abandoned chairs and social media information. — "Chairs of Minneapolis", a social media account cataloging discarded furniture left on curbs and sidewalks around the city, with followers on Instagram and TikTok under the handle @chairsofminneapolis.

Flyer posted on utility box accusing Kamish Excavation of aiding police in displacing residents at Pig's Eye Encampment. — Kamish Excavation is a demolition and excavation contractor based in Inver Grove Heights. The flyer accuses the company of assisting police in clearing residents from the Pig's Eye homeless encampment along the Mississippi River bottoms in St. Paul.

Jacob Frey Anti Ice Poster — A protest flyer seen in Uptown Minneapolis that reads: JACOB FREY PRESSURES CITY TO PROSECUTE STUDENT ANTI-ICE PROTESTERS. During Operation Metro Surge over 80 students and community members were arrested opposing the presence of ICE at the Graduate Hotel. Now Jacob Frey and the City Attorney are wasting resources trying to punish anti-ICE protestors, feigning care for the city while consenting to the brutalization of our neighbors. CALL TO DEMAND THEY DISMISS THE CASE! Mayor Frey: 612-673-2100. City Attorney: 612-673-3000.

Anti-war flyer on a utility box in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — An anti-war protest flyer is affixed to a utility box in Uptown Minneapolis. The flyer reads: "We refuse to kill and be killed for the billionaires. STOP TRUMP'S WAR ON IRAN."

Behind Enemy Lines flyer in Minneapolis — A flyer taped to a bus stop in Minneapolis near where Alex Pretti was killed by federal agents, seen on March 4, 2026.

Handwritten flyer on utility pole with ICE alert codes instructing whistles for enforcement activity in Minneapolis. — A flyer posted on a utility pole in Minneapolis outlines a community alert system for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity. The notice provides two codes: "Code 1" indicates ICE is in the area and instructs individuals to blow a whistle with a "Pre-Pre-Pre..." sound. "Code RED" signifies that ICE is detaining someone, and the whistle should be blown with a "PREEEEEEE..." sound.

Anti-immigration enforcement posters displayed in Via's Vintage storefront windows on Hennepl Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. — Posters expressing solidarity with immigrants are displayed in the windows of the vacant Via's Vintage storefront on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The messages, "ICE CAN'T BREAK U.S." and "AMERICA STANDS WITH MINNESOTA," appeared in February 2026, a period marked by increased federal immigration enforcement activity in the city during "Operation Metro Surge."

Protest sticker on Minneapolis utility pole opposing ICE with crossed-out federal agent badge and resistance message. — A protest sign in Minneapolis's Powderhorn neighborhood expresses opposition to ICE during Operation metro Surge. The sign reads "FUCK ICE" and "NEIGHBORHOOD OBSERVATION & RESISTANCE IN FORCE." Signs like this were a familiar site as thousands of federal agents arrived in Minneapolis.

Protest flyer on Minneapolis utility pole with text advising citizens not to speak with police, ICE, or FBI agents. — A flyer posted on a utility pole in South Minneapolis advises individuals to "Never Talk To Cops!" and "Never Talk To I.C.E." It also instructs them to "Never Sign Any Documents!" and "Never Answer Any Questions!" The flyer, which includes the phrase "Know Your Rights" and "Call or ask for a Lawyer," is seen in the Powderhorn neigborhood during Operation Metro Surge.

Protest flyer on wooden wall demanding ICE removal from Minnesota, featuring mugshot and news article about arrested ICE employee. — A protest flyer posted in South Minneapolis calls for the removal of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel from Minnesota. The flyer references a KSTP news report detailing the arrest of ICE employee Alexander Back in Bloomington, Minnesota, on charges of attempting to coerce a minor.

Anti-ICE protest flyer affixed to tree near Minneapolis waterfront with text and illustrated figure. — A flyer posted on a tree in Minneapolis reads "ICE AGENTS ARE BRAINLESS" and features a crude drawing of a figure. The flyer's message is a protest against the actions or policies of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

A flyer protesting ICE is posted on a utility pole in South Minneapolis. — A flyer posted on a utility pole in South Minneapolis reads "ICE Kidnapped Our Neighbor Here," with translations in Spanish and Somali. The flyer serves as a public protest against the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Anti-ICE flyers posted on a utility pole in South Minneapolis, with an industrial building in the background. — Flyers protesting the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency are posted on a utility pole in South Minneapolis. The flyers, some featuring the American flag, express dissent with messages such as "ICE You've Done Enough! Goodbye!" and "WE ARE NOT OK."

A flyer protesting ICE is posted on a utility pole in Minneapolis. — A flyer posted on a utility pole in Minneapolis on January 21, 2026, calls for "ICE OUT" of Enterprise, referencing the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. The flyer directs individuals to an Instagram account that advocates for terminating ICE contracts with Enterprise.

A protest poster for "ICE OUT! Statewide Shutdown" on January 23 is displayed in a Minneapolis coffee shop window. — A poster for an "ICE OUT! Statewide Shutdown" protest is displayed in the window of a Minneapolis coffee shop. The flyer calls for "No Work. No School. No Shopping." referencing a planned march in Downtown Minneapolis at 2pm.

Anti-ICE flyers posted on a utility pole at Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — Protest flyers posted on utility poles at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026, express opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The flyers, visible on a street pole, include messages such as "ICE AGENTS ARE GARBAGE" and "I.C.E. OUT OF MINNESOTA."

"Wanted for Murder" flyer posted on pole accusing ICE agent of killing Renee Good on January 7, 2026. — A "Wanted for Murder" flyer, posted on a pole at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, accuses an ICE agent of killing Renee Good on January 7, 2026.

Handmade Dreams Flyer on Street Pole, Minneapolis — A handmade flyer is taped to a street pole in Minneapolis. The sign asks people to call and leave a message about a weird dream they had, and includes a phone number and hand-drawn moon illustration.

A protest flyer affixed to a street pole in Minneapolis calls on Mayor Jacob Frey to sell the Roof Depot site to the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute. — A protest flyer, displayed in Minneapolis, calls on residents to contact Mayor Jacob Frey concerning the future of the Roof Depot site. The flyer urges the mayor to sell the property to the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute (EPNI), referencing a $10.2 million offer submitted on June 27th.

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.

Flyer on a utility pole urges calling Governor Walz to veto HF1 and protect immigrants’ healthcare. — A flyer urging people to call Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and demand he veto HF1, a bill repealing MinnesotaCare coverage for undocumented adults. The flyer has bold text reading “CALL WALZ TO TELL HIM: VETO HF1! PROTECT HEALTHCARE FOR IMMIGRANTS!” It states that the Minnesota House and Senate passed the bill and criticizes lawmakers for supporting it.

LUCE Massachusetts ICE Watch sticker on a pole at Harvard with hotline number 617-370-5023. — LUCE Massachusetts ICE Watch sticker on a utility pole at Harvard. The sticker directs people to call the LUCE hotline at 617-370-5023 to report and verify ICE sightings.

Harvard Square protest flyers on a street pole in Cambridge, Massachusetts. — Harvard Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts. Flyers on a street pole advertise a “Global Day of Action” related to Gaza and include a pasted response sheet. The layered notices address the Israel-Hamas war and the conflict’s visibility around Harvard University.

Harvard University protest poster on a pole in Cambridge, Massachusetts. — Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. A poster wheat-pasted to a utility pole features a man in tactical gear with the message, “Be strong, take action. Don’t let these bastards win.” The poster references opposition to Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Protest flyer on a pole near Harvard Square calling for a rally against tyrants at Cambridge Common on April 12. — A flyer taped to a utility pole on Massachusetts Avenue announces a "Stand Up Harvard" rally set for Saturday, April 12, at noon on the Cambridge Common. The text urges Harvard University leadership to "not bow to tyrants" and carries the university's Veritas shield alongside caricatures of Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Logos for the American Association of University Professors, UNITE HERE Local 26, and the Cambridge City Council appear at the bottom, joint sponsorship of the event.

Harvard University pole poster reading “Resist F-Elon Trump” at night. — Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has a pole-mounted poster calling to resist Elon Musk and Donald Trump. The handmade sign is taped to a utility pole near a street corner at night.

Trump fascist poster on a Harvard University pole featuring the Kool-Aid Man. — A protest poster on a pole at Harvard University criticizes Donald Trump and MAGA politics. The design uses the Kool-Aid Man character and the phrase “You’re in a Cult” with a web address at the bottom.

Protest flyer on Minneapolis street pole advertising January 19 community assembly against Trump's agenda. — The flyer calls for a "Community Assembly" on January 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Andersen United Community School in Minneapolis. Its text reads "Money for people's needs, not the war machine" and pairs its call to "Defeat Trump's Extreme-Right Billionaire Agenda" with s supporting LGBTQ rights.

Event flyer promoting "Understanding Resistance" from George Floyd Uprising to Al-Aqsa Flood posted at George Floyd Square in — A flyer promoting an event titled 'Understanding Resistance from the George Floyd Uprising to Al-Aqsa Flood' is affixed to a surface at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.

A green and white flyer posted on a pole announces a Civilian Police Accountability Commission petition relaunch event at the former Minneapolis 3rd Precinct. — A flyer announcing the relaunch of a petition for a Civilian Police Accountability Commission (CPAC) is posted on a pole outside the former Minneapolis 3rd Precinct police station at 3000 Minnehaha Avenue. The flyer invites the public to learn more about CPAC, hear from organizers, and sign the petition regarding efforts to reform police oversight.

Live music flyers on Nicollet Ave — Live music flyers on Nicollet Ave in Minneapolis outside a restaurant.

Handwritten flyer on a utility pole alleging deaths at Riverside Plaza Apartments in Minneapolis. — A flyer titled "Killers at Riverside Plaza Apartments" is affixed to a utility pole on Lake Street in South Minneapolis. The handwritten message alleges "159 deaths" over "2-3 years" at the Riverside Plaza Apartments, stating that "130 of them overdoses" and "60 of the overdoses were Native people," further claiming these deaths "happened on purpose."

Communist organizing flyer on utility box near Harvard Yard in Cambridge, Massachusetts. — Memorial Hall's brick tower and polychrome roof rise near the corner of Cambridge and Quincy streets, across from Harvard Yard. The Ruskinian Gothic building was completed in 1878 to honor Harvard men who died fighting for the Union in the Civil War; it now houses Sanders Theatre and Annenberg Hall. A recruitment flyer reading "Are you a communist? Then get organized!" is posted on a nearby utility box, pointing toward the Socialist R group's local organizing efforts.

Protest flyer affixed to a utility pole reading "No New Third" with demands for police abolition and reference to George Floyd. — A protest flyer affixed to a pole in Minneapolis advocates against the rebuilding of the city's Third Police Precinct. The original Third Precinct station was destroyed by fire during the widespread protests in May 2020 following the murder of George Floyd. This flyer, bearing the message 'No New Third' and 'We Demand Abolition,' reflects ongoing community opposition to the reconstruction.

Join the communists flyer — A flyer from the "Revolutionary Communists of America" is posted in Minneapolis, advertising a rally and march scheduled for Saturday, April 6th, 2024.

"Are you a Communist? Then Get Organized!" flyer posted on an electrical box on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — A "Are you a Communist? Then Get Organized!" flyer, produced by Socialist Revolution, is affixed to an electrical box on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

Students for Socialist Revolution Flyer — A flyer from "Students for Socialist Revolution" advertises Spring 2024 events at the University of Minnesota. Found in March 2024, the flyer lists three events scheduled for February, March, and April, all to be held in Blegen Hall Room 120 on the university's Minneapolis campus.

A protest flyer parodying a Target advertisement opposes the new Minneapolis Police Third Precinct opening at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis. — Flyers protesting the construction of a new Minneapolis Police Third Precinct are displayed near the former precinct site on Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis. One flyer, designed to resemble a Target advertisement, sarcastically invites the public to "Celebrate the opening of the NEW Police Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Ave." and depicts a shopping basket containing items like charcoal and bolt cutters. A smaller accompanying flyer explicitly states "NO NEW THIRD PRECINCT!" and includes a QR code for more information.

Protest flyers affixed to concrete opposing Minneapolis Police Third Precinct reconstruction at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. — A protest flyer is affixed to a concrete structure near the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct in South Minneapolis. The flyer, reading "Someday, wildflowers will grow from the ruins of all police precincts," expresses a radical sentiment regarding policing. Another smaller flyer with a QR code explicitly states "NO NEW THIRD PRECINCT!" and directs to information, reflecting ongoing community opposition to rebuilding the facility at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. The original Third Precinct building was destroyed during the Minneapolis Uprising in May 2020, making the site a focal point for discussions about police presence and community safety.

A colorful protest flyer reading "Southside Strong No New Precinct!" is taped to a pole along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A protest flyer advocating "Southside Strong No New Precinct!" is affixed to a pole along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, photographed in February 2024. This flyer, featuring a vibrant artistic design and a QR code for more information, expresses community opposition to the rebuilding or relocation of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The original 3rd Precinct building was destroyed during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising following the murder of George Floyd.

A protest flyer featuring Snoopy with text "Well do it again" and "No new precinct" affixed along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A protest flyer featuring the character Snoopy, accompanied by the phrase "No New Precinct" and "We'll do it again," is affixed to a surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. This flyer expresses opposition to the proposed rebuilding of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The original 3rd Precinct building was destroyed by protesters on May 28, 2020, following the murder of George Floyd.

A protest flyer taped to a purple surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis opposes rebuilding the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. — A flyer is affixed to a surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, advocating against the reconstruction of the Minneapolis Police Department's 3rd Precinct. The flyer reads "MPD 3rd Precinct 1984 - 2020 Still Burning In Hell No New 3rd Precinct." This message refers to the original 3rd Precinct building, which was burned by protesters on May 28, 2020, during the Minneapolis Uprising following the murder of George Floyd.

A protest flyer on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge opposes the new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. — A protest flyer is affixed to the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in South Minneapolis, part of the Midtown Greenway. This radical art expresses opposition to the planned replacement of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The new "community safety center" at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue is located approximately a quarter mile from the bridge. This facility replaces the original precinct building, which was burned during the Minneapolis Uprising in May 2020. The city anticipates the new building will open in the first quarter of 2025, nearly five years after the original structure's destruction.

Protest flyer with warning symbol affixed to bridge informational sign opposing Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct construction. — A protest flyer is affixed to an informational sign on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in South Minneapolis, a structure that carries the Midtown Greenway over Hiawatha Avenue. The flyer expresses community opposition to the proposed construction of a new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue South. This facility is intended to replace the original 3rd Precinct building, which was destroyed during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising. In February 2024, the city signed a purchase agreement for the new site, with an anticipated opening in early 2025, five years after the original precinct was burned.

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.

Ceasefire Now flyer in Minneapolis — A “Ceasefire Now” and “Free Palestine” flyer is posted on a street pole in Minneapolis. The printed design includes flowers, moths, birds, and clouds around the text “Until we are all free, none of us are free,” with the attribution “Emma Lazarus” along the edge of the central circle.

Advertisement for Prince's remastered "Diamonds and Pearls" album on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — This wheatpasted poster advertises the "Diamonds and Pearls" reissue by Prince and the New Power Generation, originally released in 1991 on Paisley Park Records. The remaster campaign offered the album in multiple formats, including a super deluxe edition spanning seven CDs or twelve LPs with accompanying Blu-ray content, alongside a standard two-CD or four-LP version. "Diamonds and Pearls" marked the first studio album credited jointly to Prince and the New Power Generation, the backing band he assembled in 1990. The record produced hit singles including "Cream" and the title track, both of which reached the top of the Billboard charts.

Anti-War Committee flyer posted in Minneapolis demanding divestment from apartheid, featuring Keith Ellison. — Keith Ellison has served as Minnesota's attorney general since 2019, after representing the state's Fifth Congressional District in the U.S. House from 2007 to 2019. He also sits on the Minnesota State Board of Investment, which oversees pension funds for public employees. The Anti-War Committee, a Minneapolis-based activist group, has organized campaigns pressing the state to divest its pension holdings from companies tied to weapons manufacturing and the occupation of Palestinian territories. This flyer, posted near Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street, accuses Ellison of facilitating those investments and lists a phone number for the group's divestment campaign.

Open Streets flyer taped to a bus stop shelter in Cedar-Riverside, Minneapolis — An Open Streets Minneapolis flyer is taped to a bus stop shelter in Cedar-Riverside, Minneapolis. The poster advertises the August 20 event and shows sponsor logos at the bottom.

Critical mass flyer on the midtown greenway — A flyer for Critical Mass on the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis. It was held on July 29, 2023.

Justice for Ricky Cobb II stickers — Stickers advocating for "Justice for Ricky Cobb II" are displayed at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. Ricky Cobb II was killed by a Minnesota State Patrol trooper during a traffic stop on July 31, 2023.

Rocky Cobb protest sign at a vigil — A flyer calling for justice for Ricky Cobb II rests on a bench at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. Cobb, a 33-year-old Black man, was killed by a Minnesota State Patrol trooper during a traffic stop on July 31, 2023.

Critical Mass Minneapolis Flyer on the Midtown Greenway — A flyer for Critical Mass on the Midtown Greenway. It was held on July 29, 2023.

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

The only good tree is a dead tree Cop CIty flyer — A flyer protesting the proposed Public Safety Training Center, commonly referred to as "Cop City," is affixed to a utility pole along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis.

Shut Down Herc poster in Minneapolis — A protest flyer posted on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis calls for the "Shut Down HERC!!" The flyer states that the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC) emits mercury, lead, carbon monoxide, and dioxins, which are cancer-causing chemicals that poison the air daily and affect nearby neighborhoods.

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.

CPAC flyer advertising community control of police teach-in sessions posted on a street pole in South Minneapolis. — A flyer for "Community Control of Police Teach-Ins" organized by CPAC is affixed to a street pole in South Minneapolis. The flyer advertises two sessions: one on February 4th at 11:30 AM at Regal Grounds, and another on February 8th at 5:00 PM at Arbeiter Brewing Co. The events aim to educate the public about the fight for community control of police through a civilian police accountability commission.

Story Mapping The Wedge Flyer in Minneapolis — A "Story Mapping The Wedge" flyer as seen on Lyndale Ave in Minneapolis.

Night Church Uptown Pizza Party Flyer in Minneapolis — A flyer for the Uptown Pizza Party dance party in Minneapolis.

City of Minneapolis public health warning flyers about an airborne toxic event posted on a yellow wall. — These "Public Health Warning: Airborne Toxic Event" flyers were posted in Minneapolis, likely in response to the demolition of the Roof Depot building. The flyers instruct residents to call a phone number for information on how to plan and protect themselves, stating that the city is set to begin mitigation of an airborne toxic event. The message lists several neighborhoods at risk, including Phillips, Powderhorn, Central, Corcoran, Longfellow, and Seward.

Poster for "The George Floyd Uprising" book release event taped to a wall at George Floyd Square. — A flyer for "The George Floyd Uprising" book, edited by Vortex Group, is displayed at George Floyd Square. The flyer announces a book release and panel discussion scheduled for February 17th at Seward Cafe, located at 2129 E Franklin Ave in Minneapolis.

Justice for George Floyd and Black Lives Matter stickers displayed on a Minneapolis storefront window. — Stickers advocating for justice for George Floyd and supporting the Black Lives Matter movement are displayed in a storefront window on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis.

Flyer for Insurrection Organization Spontaneity — A flyer posted on a wooden surface advertises a talk by Arturo Castillon titled "Insurrection, Organization & Spontaneity." The event, held at Third Space Cafe at 2930 Lyndale Ave S in Minneapolis, focused on abolition and the perceived failures following the 2020 uprisings. Castillon is noted as the co-author of "The Revolutionary Meaning of the George Floyd Uprising," published the previous year.

Heavy-Metal Guitarist Wanted Flyer in Downtown Minneapolis — A flyer taped to a pole in downtown Minneapolis advertises a search for an “aggressive guitar player” and “people who give a damn,” echoing the recruitment style of 1980s metal bands. The poster lists influences ranging from Vixen and Madam X to Mötley Crüe, Poison, Ratt, and Judas Priest—names that shaped the Twin Cities’ hard-rock and glam-metal culture during the era of small clubs and independent bands. Its DIY design and bold typography reflect the ongoing tradition of grassroots music promotion that still surfaces in the city’s urban corridors.

General Mills Price-Gouging Flyer, South Minneapolis — General Mills, founded in 1928 and based in Golden Valley, Minnesota, ranks among the largest packaged food companies in the world, with brands including Cheerios, Betty Crocker, and Pillsbury. The company has faced public criticism over food pricing amid broader inflation debates in the United States since 2021. Tags attached to this flyer point to UnRig the Economy, a campaign that pushes for legislation targeting corporate pricing practices.

Sweeps Are Police Brutality sign — A flyer posted on a pole in South Minneapolis reads "Sweeps are police brutality" and "We support and defend our neighbors in tents." The flyer's imagery includes a "no" symbol over a boot, and stylized tents. This message protests the practice of "sweeps," which often involve the removal of encampments of unhoused individuals by authorities.

Protest your neigbors sign — A protest flyer advocating against the eviction of encampments is displayed on a street sign in Minneapolis. The flyer reads, "Together we can block encampment evictions" and "Protect your neighbors," featuring an illustration of two figures forming a protective shelter over a third figure under falling rain. This message reflects ongoing community concerns and activism surrounding homelessness and housing security in urban environments.

Vote Sheila Nezhad for Mayor of Minneapolis sign — A campaign poster for Sheila Nezhad's mayoral bid is affixed to a pole in South Minneapolis. The poster features Nezhad's image and the slogan "Vote Sheila Together."

South Hennepin Avenue For All poster in an Uptown Minneapolis storefront window. — A flyer posted in a storefront window in Uptown Minneapolis advocates for a "South Hennepin Avenue For All" initiative.

Delete Facebook Flyer, Minneapolis, November 2021

Pledge to vote for rent control flyer in Minneapolis — A poster in Minneapolis promotes a pledge to vote for rent control in the November 2nd election. The flyer, seen in Uptown Minneapolis, urges citizens to support a charter amendment that would implement rent control policies. It highlights the need for policies that cap rent increases and prevent loopholes, emphasizing that "Rent is Too High." The poster also announces a "Renters Action Assembly" to "Get Out the Vote for Question #3!" indicating a grassroots effort to influence housing policy through electoral action.

94 Arrestee Legal Support flyer at GFS — A flyer for "I-94 Arrestee Legal Support" is posted at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. The flyer, dated October 1 through November 5, 2021, advertises weekly Wednesday sessions where lawyers from organizations including the ACLU and National Lawyer's Guild would explain legal options offered by the Minneapolis City Attorney. Restorative Circle Keepers were also present to explain the purpose of Circles. George Floyd Square became a significant site of protest and community organizing following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Abolish The Police We Keep Us Safe protest flyer — Posters advocating for the abolition of the police are displayed on a street pole in Uptown Minneapolis. The text reads "Abolish the Police" and "We Keep Us Safe." These posters appeared in the context of protests and unrest following the killing of Winston Smith by federal law enforcement officers in June. The location is near the parking ramp where the incident occurred, highlighting the community's response to police violence and their calls for alternative safety measures.

Power and justice and the hands of the people flyer — A poster affixed to a pole in Minneapolis references "The People's Independence" and "Power and Justice in the Hands of the People." The poster also depicts an image of a building engulfed in flames, alluding to the burning of the Minneapolis Third Precinct police station on May 28, 2020. On May 25, 2020, Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin murdered 46-year-old George Floyd during an arrest outside Cup Foods at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in south Minneapolis. Video recorded by bystanders showed Chauvin kneeling on Floyd’s neck for more than nine minutes while Floyd repeatedly said he could not breathe. Three other Minneapolis police officers - J. Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane, and Tou Thao — were also present during the arrest and later faced criminal charges for their roles in Floyd’s death. Floyd’s murder sparked protests and civil unrest across Minneapolis and around the world, leading to widespread demonstrations against police violence, major policy debates on policing, and the conviction of Chauvin on murder and manslaughter charges in 2021.

They Can't Cage Our Rage flyer — A flyer posted on a utility pole in South Minneapolis reads "They Can't Cage Our Rage" and "Abolish Everything." The cage is in reference to a "protest zone" around the Hennepin County Court House in Downtown Minneapolis during the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin was tried and convicted in the murder of George Floyd.

Abolition Is a Practice poster on a pillar along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A poster advocating for police abolition is affixed to a pillar along the Minneapolis Midtown Greenway, a multi-use trail built on a former railroad corridor. The poster, titled "Abolition is a Practice," outlines the philosophy and actions of abolitionist movements, emphasizing collective care, support, and the development of freedom-building practices. It also lists concrete actions such as prisoner support, court and jail support, and tactics of self and collective defense. The presence of such messaging on public infrastructure reflects the ongoing discourse and activism surrounding policing and justice, particularly in the context of events like the Minneapolis Uprising of 2020.

Protest Each Other sign at George Floyd Square — A protest sign is affixed to a pole at George Floyd Square, located at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street in Minneapolis. The sign, painted blue, features messages such as "Protect Each Other," "Justice 4 George Floyd," and "Masks Help Us All," alongside stencil art of masked faces. George Floyd Square became a memorial and protest site following the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police in May 2020.

Freewheel Bike Center with boards — The Freewheel Bike Center, a bicycle shop located on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, stands boarded up. This measure was taken during the widespread protests and civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. Posters calling for 'Justice for Calvin Horton' are affixed to the plywood, referencing a man allegedly killed by a pawn shop owner during the same period of unrest. Hennepin County later announced it would not prosecute the case due to a stated lack of evidence, a decision that fueled further calls for accountability.

A flyer in Uptown Minneapolis regarding police funding — A flyer about Minneapolis 2020 budget priorities is posted on a building in Uptown Minneapolis. The poster compares funding for law enforcement and violence prevention, stating that 13 percent of the city budget, or $193 million, went to the Minneapolis Police Department while 2 percent, or $24.1 million, went to the Health Department for violence prevention. The flyer was produced by Pillsbury United Communities and calls attention to spending choices during a period of debate over public safety in Minneapolis.

Protest flyer at Minnesota Governor's Residence in St. Paul demanding charges be dropped for arrested demonstrators. — A taped flyer reading "DROP THE CHARGES! DUMPING TRUMP IS NOT A CRIME" hangs on a stone gate pillar at the Minnesota Governor's Residence on Summit Avenue in St. Paul. The flyer references Interstate 94's Highway 646, invoking the November 4, 2020 protest in which Minnesota State Patrol and Minneapolis police detained more than 600 demonstrators who had blocked the freeway following the presidential election. A bronze plaque below the flyer notes the residence's listing on the National Register of Historic Places.

Fellow Brother George Floyd — A paper sign bearing an image of George Floyd and the text 'FELLOW BROTHER GEORGE FLOYD' is affixed to the wooden facade of a business in Minneapolis. This memorial emerged in the aftermath of Floyd's killing in May 2020, becoming a widespread form of public expression during the subsequent protests and the Minneapolis Uprising. Such signs served to honor Floyd and articulate demands for justice within the urban landscape. Positioned alongside a video surveillance warning, the sign reflects the charged atmosphere and community responses in the city during this significant historical period.

Justice for Calvin posters and flowers memorializing Calvin Horton Jr. at Cadillac Pawn on Minneapolis Lake Street. — Posters and flowers adorn the boarded-up Cadillac Pawn & Jewelry on Lake Street in Minneapolis, serving as a memorial for Calvin Horton Jr. Horton was shot and killed by the store's owner, John Rieple, on May 27, 2020, during the widespread unrest in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd. The flyers announce a public press release and a vigil followed by a march on July 21, 2020, demanding justice and highlighting that no charges had been filed against Rieple 55 days after the incident.

ReUSE Minnesota flyer on a plywood board — A flyer from ReUSE Minnesota is displayed on a plywood storefront in Minneapolis. The organization coordinates the recovery of plywood used to cover doors and windows across the Twin Cities. This initiative emerged following the widespread boarding up of businesses during the Minneapolis Uprising, aiming to divert materials from landfills. ReUSE Minnesota also collaborates with the Minnesota Historical Society to preserve select pieces of plywood, recognizing their cultural and historical significance as artifacts from a period of social unrest.

Signs in a storefront regarding covid and hate — A storefront window in Minneapolis displays a collection of signs reflecting the dual crises of the COVID-19 pandemic and the social justice protests of May 2020. One prominent sign, dated May 2020, encourages public health measures with the message "Protect our elders" and guidance on wearing face coverings to limit the spread of COVID-19. Alongside these, messages such as "MPLS Rejects Hate," "You are welcome here you belong," and "Stop State Violence Disarm the Police" express solidarity and demands for systemic change during the Minneapolis Uprising. These public displays served as a means for businesses and community members to communicate vital public health information and participate in civic discourse during a period of significant social unrest and public health emergency.

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