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Agape Movement Cornhole Boards at George Floyd Square

Agape Movement Cornhole Boards at George Floyd Square

May 2022 — The game bags with Agape Movement Co. marked on it.

Say Their Names Cemetery, Minneapolis, 2 Years After George Floyd Murder

Say Their Names Cemetery, Minneapolis, 2 Years After George Floyd Murder

May 2022 — Candles at Say Their Names Cemetery on the 2nd anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.

George Floyd marker at Say Their Names Cemetery, Minneapolis

George Floyd marker at Say Their Names Cemetery, Minneapolis

May 2022 — George Floyd marker at Say Their Names Cemetery near George Floyd Square on the 2nd anniversary of his murder.

George Floyd Square Anniversary Gathering, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Anniversary Gathering, Minneapolis

May 2022 — Crowd gathers at George Floyd Square on the 2 year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.

Terrence Floyd at Say Their Names Cemetery Vigil

Terrence Floyd at Say Their Names Cemetery Vigil

May 2022 — Terrence Floyd, George Floyd’s Brother, at Say Their Names Cemetery during an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil.

George Floyd Vigil at Say Their Names Cemetery, Minneapolis

George Floyd Vigil at Say Their Names Cemetery, Minneapolis

May 2022 — On the 2 year anniversary of his murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed. Afterwards the community held an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil at Say Their Names Cemetery.

Agape Movement March on Chicago Ave, Minneapolis

Agape Movement March on Chicago Ave, Minneapolis

May 2022 — Steve Floyd with Agape Movement walks down Chicago Avenue during the 2nd anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.

George Perry Floyd Square sign at Chicago Ave and E 38th St

George Perry Floyd Square sign at Chicago Ave and E 38th St

May 2022 — On the 2 year anniversary of George Floyd's murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed.

Mayor Frey at George Floyd Square with Agape Movement

Mayor Frey at George Floyd Square with Agape Movement

May 2022 — Mayor Jacob Frey and members of The Agape Movement at George Floyd Square in May 2022.

Agape Movement at Forreal Coffeehouse, George Floyd Square

Agape Movement at Forreal Coffeehouse, George Floyd Square

May 2022 — On the 2 year anniversary of his murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed. Afterwards the community held an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil at Say Their Names Cemetery.

Mayor Jacob Frey at George Floyd Square with Angela Harrelson

Mayor Jacob Frey at George Floyd Square with Angela Harrelson

May 2022 — Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey meets with George Floyd's aunt Angela Harrelson and Minneapolis City Council President Andrea Jenkins at George Floyd Square.

New street signs installed at Chicago Ave and E 38th St, Minneapolis

New street signs installed at Chicago Ave and E 38th St, Minneapolis

May 2022 — On the 2 year anniversary of his murder and a couple weeks after the commemorative street name was changed to George Perry Floyd Square, a sign was revealed. Afterwards the community held an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil at the Say Their Names Cemetery memorial.

Agape Movement at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Agape Movement at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

May 2022 — Agape Movement members at George Floyd Square on May 25th, 2022. One year prior the city coordinated with the group to remove barricades at the square.

Pond near George Floyd Square, Minneapolis – May 2022

Pond near George Floyd Square, Minneapolis – May 2022

May 2022 — Pond near George Floyd Square and Say Their Names Cemetery. The area has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.

George Floyd Square: Names Repainted on Chicago Ave

George Floyd Square: Names Repainted on Chicago Ave

May 2022 — The names of those who've been killed by police being repainted on Chicago Avenue.

Smoke In The Pit Restaurant, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Smoke In The Pit Restaurant, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

May 2022 — Smoke In The Pit Restaurant on Chicago Avenue in George Floyd Square.

George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

May 2022 — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square on May 19, 2022.

George Floyd Square at E 38th St, Minneapolis at night

George Floyd Square at E 38th St, Minneapolis at night

May 2022 — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square in May 2025. The area has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.

George Floyd Square: Rise & Remember Event May 25-28

George Floyd Square: Rise & Remember Event May 25-28

May 2022 — Notice about "Rise & Remember" at George Floyd Square. The event is held on the anniversary of George Floyd's murder.

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: Protest Site at Night

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: Protest Site at Night

May 2022 — The raised first at 39th Street and Chicago Avenue in George Floyd Square. The area has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.

Cup Foods George Floyd Mural Damaged by Vehicle Crash

Cup Foods George Floyd Mural Damaged by Vehicle Crash

April 2022 — Knocked over propane tank container from a car smashing into the Cup Foods building.

Murphy Ranks Memorial, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis, April 2022

Murphy Ranks Memorial, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis, April 2022

April 2022 — The Dameon Chambers (Murphy Ranks) Memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. Chambers was killed on Juneteenth 2020.

George Floyd Square: Justice, Accountability, Healing Sign

George Floyd Square: Justice, Accountability, Healing Sign

April 2022 — A protest sign reading "Justice accountability healing for George Floyd. Say His Name" seen at George Floyd Square in April, 2022.

Black Lives Matter Sign, 327 1st Ave N, Minneapolis April 2022

Black Lives Matter Sign, 327 1st Ave N, Minneapolis April 2022

April 2022 — A "Black Lives Matter" sign covering a window in downtown Minneapolis.

Feedback on George Floyd Square Re-envisioning Project

Feedback on George Floyd Square Re-envisioning Project

April 2022 — Comments left behind on feedback boards at an event held by the City of Minneapolis "38th and Chicago Re-envisioned".

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: 38th Street at Night, April 2022

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: 38th Street at Night, April 2022

April 2022 — 38th Street in George Floyd Square.

38th & Chicago Re-envisioned Sign, Minneapolis

38th & Chicago Re-envisioned Sign, Minneapolis

April 2022 — A sign placed by city regarding their "38th & Chicago Re-envisioned" plan. The city would hold community sessions to gather feedback in the days that followed.

The Square Event Space, 3736 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis

The Square Event Space, 3736 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis

April 2022 — New event space titled “The Square” opening in George Floyd Square. “The space will host various community events including our weekly marketplace, The Black Exchange.”

George Floyd Square visitor map in April 2022

George Floyd Square visitor map in April 2022

April 2022 — A map with pins for the visitors of George Floyd Square.

Imez Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Imez Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

April 2022 — A memorial for Imez Wright who was fatally shot on March 6, 2021.

Historic George Floyd Memorial Sign, Minneapolis

Historic George Floyd Memorial Sign, Minneapolis

April 2022 — A sign reading "Historic George Floyd Memorial" at George Floyd Square.

End Racism Sign and Ukraine Flag, South Minneapolis

End Racism Sign and Ukraine Flag, South Minneapolis

April 2022 — A storefront in South Minneapolis with "End Racism" in the window.

George Floyd Square Memorial at Night, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Memorial at Night, Minneapolis

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

George Floyd Mural at Cup Foods, Minneapolis

George Floyd Mural at Cup Foods, Minneapolis

March 2022 — The "George Floyd Mural" is painted on the exterior wall of Cup Foods, a grocery store located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This mural was created in honor of George Floyd, who died on May 25, 2020, outside this establishment after being subjected to police brutality. The artwork, situated in the area that became known as George Floyd Square, serves as a memorial and a symbol of the protests and uprising that followed Floyd's death. The mural features Floyd's portrait, the phrase "I Can Breathe Now," and a list of other victims of police brutality, functioning as a site of remembrance and a call for justice.

George Floyd Square Greenhouse: BLM Planters, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Greenhouse: BLM Planters, Minneapolis

March 2022 — This greenhouse at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis was established as a space for community expression and remembrance following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The planters, decorated with "Black Lives Matter" and "Black Gang Brown Lives Matter" slogans, signify the ongoing activism and social justice movements in the area. The greenhouse, with its floral displays, represents a continued commitment to honoring Floyd's memory and advocating for racial equality. It serves as a testament to the community's resilience and their efforts to cultivate dialogue and foster change.

George Floyd Square Fire Pit, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Fire Pit, Minneapolis

March 2022 — A fire pit burns at George Floyd Square, also known as "The People's Way," in Minneapolis. This location became a significant site for protests and community organizing following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The fire pit serves as a gathering point and a symbol of resilience and community presence within the area. It represents a space for warmth, reflection, and ongoing dialogue among those who frequent the square.

Colin Kaepernick Mural at 812 E 38th St, Minneapolis

Colin Kaepernick Mural at 812 E 38th St, Minneapolis

March 2022 — A mural depicting former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick kneeling is displayed on the exterior of a building at 812 East 38th Street in Minneapolis. The artwork is situated near George Floyd Square, a location that became a significant site of protest and activism following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. Kaepernick, known for his protests against racial injustice and police brutality during NFL games, is honored in this mural, which serves as a visual statement within a neighborhood that has been central to discussions on racial equality and social justice.

George Floyd Square Memorial in Snow, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Memorial in Snow, Minneapolis

February 2022 — George Floyd Square, a memorial site in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is covered in snow. The square was established following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020 and became a focal point for racial justice protests. The "AM I NEXT" banner visible in the foreground reflects ongoing concerns about police brutality and systemic racism. The memorial includes a large portrait of Floyd and numerous tributes, such as flowers and candles, left by visitors.

George Floyd Square: Chair and table in Minneapolis snow

George Floyd Square: Chair and table in Minneapolis snow

February 2022 — A chair and table, hand-painted with "GEORGE FLOYD," are situated in the snow at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. This location, formerly the intersection of Chicago Avenue and 38th Street, became a significant site for protests and activism following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The area was occupied by activists for an extended period, during which the "Say Their Names Cemetery" memorial was established. The presence of these objects in the winter landscape serves as a somber reminder of Floyd's death and the square's continued importance as a place of remembrance and protest.

Say Their Names Cemetery, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis in Winter

Say Their Names Cemetery, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis in Winter

February 2022 — The "Say Their Names Cemetery" memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis honors victims of racial injustice and police brutality. Established in the aftermath of George Floyd's murder in May 2020, the memorial features headstones bearing the names of individuals lost to violence. The site became a central point of the occupied zone at the intersection, which activists renamed George Floyd Square. This winter scene shows the memorial covered in snow, with the names of George Floyd, Tanya Blanding, and Byron Williams visible.

George Floyd Square Memorial Sculptures in Snow, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Memorial Sculptures in Snow, Minneapolis

February 2022 — Five raised fist sculptures, memorials to George Floyd and Amir Locke, stand covered in snow at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. The intersection, which became a focal point for activism and remembrance following the murder of George Floyd in 2020 and the killing of Amir Locke in 2022, has remained a site for community mourning and protest. Although the square was reopened to traffic in June, it continues to serve as a space for public expression and remembrance.

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: Amir Locke Memorial at Night

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: Amir Locke Memorial at Night

February 2022 — George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, a site of ongoing protest and mourning, is shown at night. Raised fist sculptures, draped in blankets in memory of Amir Locke, stand at the intersection. The area, which has been open to traffic since June, continues to serve as a community gathering space for open meetings and remembrance. The "AMIR LOCKE" banner on the barricade signifies the ongoing impact of his death on the community's activism.

George Floyd Square: Amir Locke Justice Now Sign

George Floyd Square: Amir Locke Justice Now Sign

February 2022 — A sign at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis reads "AMIR LOCKE WAS LYNCHED! JUSTICE NOW!!" The phrase "WHERE THERE'S PEOPLE THERE'S POWER" is spray-painted on the canopy of a nearby structure. George Floyd Square became a focal point for protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020 and has since been a site of ongoing activism and community organizing. Amir Locke, a Black and Indigenous man, was killed by Minneapolis police during a no-knock warrant raid in February 2022, sparking renewed calls for justice and police reform.

George Floyd Square: 1 Down, 3 to Go

George Floyd Square: 1 Down, 3 to Go

January 2022 — George Floyd Square as the federal civil rights trial of 3 former officers enters it's second week of testimony in a St. Paul. 1 Down! 3 to go! The World Is Watching!

Sign at George Floyd Square: Justice for Kokou Fiafonou in Austin, MN

Sign at George Floyd Square: Justice for Kokou Fiafonou in Austin, MN

January 2022 — A sign at George Floyd Square mentioning Kokou Christopher Fiafonou. Fiafonou was shot and killed by law enforcement in Austin, Minnesota on December 23, 2021. Authorities said shortly after that Fiafonou was armed with a knife and was threatening others.

George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis, in Winter

George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis, in Winter

January 2022 — George Floyd Square as the federal civil rights trial of 3 former officers enters it's second week of testimony in a St. Paul.

Haya Health COVID Testing Site, Chicago Ave, Minneapolis

Haya Health COVID Testing Site, Chicago Ave, Minneapolis

January 2022 — A COVID-19 testing site operated by Haya Health on Chicago Avenue.

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: -16F Night

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: -16F Night

January 2022 — George Floyd Square on an evening where temperatures would hit -16F.

George Floyd Square: “Free State” Sign at 37th & Chicago Ave, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square: “Free State” Sign at 37th & Chicago Ave, Minneapolis

January 2022 — The fist at the intersection of 37th and Chicago in South Minneapolis. A sign that reads “You are now entering the free state of George Floyd”.

Daunte Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Daunte Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

December 2021 — Daunte Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square in December 2021.

George Floyd Square Campfire, Minneapolis, December 2021

George Floyd Square Campfire, Minneapolis, December 2021

December 2021 — Two people sit around the fire at George Floyd Square in December 2021.

George Floyd Square: Demands for Daunte Wright Justice

George Floyd Square: Demands for Daunte Wright Justice

December 2021 — Sign on the People’s Way sign at George Floyd Square that reads "Read the demands! Justice for Daunte Wright!"

Say Their Names Memorial Cemetery Sign, Minneapolis

Say Their Names Memorial Cemetery Sign, Minneapolis

November 2021

George Floyd Square: Signs Against Police Violence

George Floyd Square: Signs Against Police Violence

November 2021

George Floyd Square Justice Demands, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Justice Demands, Minneapolis

November 2021

First Snow at Say Their Names Memorial, George Floyd Square

First Snow at Say Their Names Memorial, George Floyd Square

November 2021 — First snowfall at the Say Their Names Memorial near George Floyd Square.

Minneapolis Police and George Floyd Square Car Crash

Minneapolis Police and George Floyd Square Car Crash

November 2021 — Minneapolis Police and Rescue respond to a man having a medical emergency as he drove through the east side fist. No one on the scene was injured.

Minneapolis Police at George Floyd Square After Vehicle Crash

Minneapolis Police at George Floyd Square After Vehicle Crash

November 2021 — Minneapolis Police and Rescue respond to a man having a medical emergency as he drove through the east side fist. No one on the scene was injured.

George Floyd mural removed from George Floyd Square before snow

George Floyd mural removed from George Floyd Square before snow

November 2021 — Artists and community members help remove the George Floyd mural prior to snow arriving.

George Floyd Square: Twin Cities Police Easily Startled Sign

George Floyd Square: Twin Cities Police Easily Startled Sign

November 2021 — A sign reading "Warning Twin Cities Police Easily Startled" at 39th and Chicago Avenue, George Floyd Square.

George Floyd Square: Murphy Ranks Memorial Banner at Night

George Floyd Square: Murphy Ranks Memorial Banner at Night

November 2021 — The Murphy Ranks Memorial on Chicago Avenue inside George Floyd Square.

George Floyd Square: Murphy Ranks Memorial After Cleanup Attempt

George Floyd Square: Murphy Ranks Memorial After Cleanup Attempt

October 2021 — The Murphy Ranks memorial at George Floyd Square after Minneapolis Public Works made an attempt to clear it.

George Floyd Square Halloween Pumpkins, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Halloween Pumpkins, Minneapolis

October 2021 — GFS and fist pumpkin carvings at The People’s Way at George Floyd Square. The area has been a place of protest since the May 25th, 2020 killing of George Floyd.

George Floyd Square: Raised Fist Pumpkin Carving

George Floyd Square: Raised Fist Pumpkin Carving

October 2021 — A pumpkin carving at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Police Squads and Say Their Names Cemetery

Minneapolis Police Squads and Say Their Names Cemetery

October 2021 — Minneapolis police squad cars and an ambulance behind Say Their Names Cemetery at George Floyd Square.

Caretaker lights candles at George Floyd Memorial

Caretaker lights candles at George Floyd Memorial

October 2021 — A caretaker at George Floyd Square lights candles at the George Floyd Memorial.

George Floyd Square: Candles Lit for 48th Birthday

George Floyd Square: Candles Lit for 48th Birthday

October 2021 — Candles being lit on what would have been George Floyds 48th birthday.

Chicago Ave on George Floyd’s 48th Birthday

Chicago Ave on George Floyd’s 48th Birthday

October 2021 — Crowd at George Floyd Square following a vigil on what would have been his 48th birthday.

Known MPLS performs at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Known MPLS performs at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

October 2021 — Known MPLS performs at George Floyd Square on what would have been George's 48th birthday.

Metasota Performs at George Floyd Square on his Birthday

Metasota Performs at George Floyd Square on his Birthday

October 2021 — Metasota performs at George Floyd Square on what would have been George Floyd's 48th birthday.

George Floyd Square: Balloons Released for 48th Birthday

George Floyd Square: Balloons Released for 48th Birthday

October 2021 — George Floyd’s aunt Angela Harrelson, his cousin Paris Stevens, Jeanelle Austin along with friends of George Floyd release balloons on what would have been his 48th birthday. 

The event at George Floyd Square was put together by the George Floyd Global Memorial.

Paris Stevens speaks at George Floyd Square on his birthday

Paris Stevens speaks at George Floyd Square on his birthday

October 2021 — Paris Stevens, George Floyd's cousin, speaks at George Floyd Square on what would’ve been George Floyd's 48th birthday.

George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis

October 2021 — The George Floyd Memorial on what would have been George Floyd's 48th birthday.

Pillar of Truth Drum Line at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Pillar of Truth Drum Line at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

October 2021 — The Pillar of Truth Deliverance Temple Drum Line making it's way down Chicago Avenue at George Floyd Square.

George Floyd Square: Youth N Power Memorial Stone

George Floyd Square: Youth N Power Memorial Stone

October 2021 — "Youth N' Power" written on a stone near the Say Their Names Memorial at George Floyd Square.

George Floyd Square: “I love that I hate that I love you”

George Floyd Square: “I love that I hate that I love you”

October 2021 — "I love that I hate that I love you" seen on the ground at George Floyd Square.

Minneapolis Impound Lot: Shelters Removed from George Floyd Square

Minneapolis Impound Lot: Shelters Removed from George Floyd Square

October 2021 — Warming shelters at the Minneapolis Impound Lot. The city removed them from George Floyd Square on June 3rd.

612 Mash Truck at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

612 Mash Truck at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

October 2021 — 612 Mash truck at George Floyd Square.

I-94 Arrestee Legal Support Flyer at George Floyd Square

I-94 Arrestee Legal Support Flyer at George Floyd Square

October 2021 — A flyer seen at George Floyd Square. I-94 Arrestee Legal Support Lawyers will explain legal options offered by Minneapolis City Attorney.

George Floyd Square: “Respect Life” Banner

George Floyd Square: “Respect Life” Banner

September 2021 — George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square.

Visitor Map at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Visitor Map at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

September 2021 — A map with pins signifying the locations of those who have visited the square.

Murphy Ranks Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Murphy Ranks Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

September 2021 — Memorial for Dameon “Murphy Ranks” Chambers. Chambers was killed on Juneteenth 2020.

George Floyd Square barricades made of lawn bags at night

George Floyd Square barricades made of lawn bags at night

September 2021 — Lawn clipping bags used as barricades after the city cleared out barricades at 39th/Chicago Ave.

George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis, September 2021

George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis, September 2021

September 2021 — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square.

Say Their Names Cemetery Pond, South Minneapolis

Say Their Names Cemetery Pond, South Minneapolis

September 2021 — Say Their Names Cemetery in South Minneapolis near George Floyd Square.

George Floyd Square Barricade, Minneapolis, August 2021

George Floyd Square Barricade, Minneapolis, August 2021

August 2021 — Street barricades on Chicago Avenue in August 2021.

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: Rainy Evening Protest Zone

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: Rainy Evening Protest Zone

August 2021 — A rainy evening in George Floyd Square looking down Chicago Avenue.

Imez Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Imez Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

August 2021 — Imez Wright memorial at George Floyd Square

George Floyd Square: Foot Traffic Only Sign and Winston Smith Poster

George Floyd Square: Foot Traffic Only Sign and Winston Smith Poster

August 2021 — A sign reading "Foot Traffic Only" and "Winston Smith was Assasinated" seen at George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis.

George Floyd Square at Night, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square at Night, Minneapolis

August 2021 — The "Raised Fist" at 38th and Columbus.

George Floyd Square: Justice for Winston Smith Sign

George Floyd Square: Justice for Winston Smith Sign

August 2021 — A "Days without answers" sign at George Floyd Square.

Leneesha Columbus Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

Leneesha Columbus Memorial at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis

August 2021 — A memorial for Leneesha Columbus, who was shot and killed on July 5th, 2020 near George Floyd Square.

Emmett Till Memorial at Say Their Names Memorial, Minneapolis

Emmett Till Memorial at Say Their Names Memorial, Minneapolis

August 2021 — A memorial for Emmett Till at the Say Their Names Memorial near George Floyd Square.

George Floyd Square Memorial Under Wildfire Haze, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Memorial Under Wildfire Haze, Minneapolis

July 2021 — A smoky evening at George Floyd Square during air quality warnings over Canadian wildfire smoke. The wildfires brought the worst on record Minnesota air quality to the state for weeks at a time.

George Floyd Square: “Justice for Murphy Ranks” Sign

George Floyd Square: “Justice for Murphy Ranks” Sign

July 2021 — "Read the Demand" "Justice for Murphy Ranks!" at George Floyd Square on July 29, 2021.

George Floyd Square Hazy Evening, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Hazy Evening, Minneapolis

July 2021 — Chicago Avenue in George Floyd Square during a Canadian wildfire smoke filled evening.

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: “No Racists Allowed” Sign

George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: “No Racists Allowed” Sign

July 2021 — Signs at George Floyd Square on a rainy night in Minneapolis.

Sun Dog Over George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis

Sun Dog Over George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis

July 2021 — A "sun dog" at George Floyd Square. Apparently sun dogs are rare in the summer?

George Floyd Square: Traffic control measures at night

George Floyd Square: Traffic control measures at night

June 2021 — Traffic control measures put in place at George Floyd Square about 2 weeks after Minneapolis Public Works removed street barricades. The space has been community controlled since the May 2020 murder of George Floyd.

George Floyd Square Garden, Minneapolis, June 2021

George Floyd Square Garden, Minneapolis, June 2021

June 2021 — The garden on Chicago Ave in George Floyd Square.

George Floyd Square Memorial: “It Takes a Revolution” T-shirt

George Floyd Square Memorial: “It Takes a Revolution” T-shirt

June 2021 — A t-shirt and sign placed at the George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.

George Floyd Square Barricade: Stop Killing Us

George Floyd Square Barricade: Stop Killing Us

June 2021 — Various new barricades have been placed at George Floyd Square ever since the city helped clear out barricades on June 3rd.

George Floyd Square: Barricades Removed, Debris Remains

George Floyd Square: Barricades Removed, Debris Remains

June 2021 — The street barricades that have been continuously added and removed at East 37th St and Chicago Avenue in George Floyd Square. Days earlier the city removed concrete barricades to open up vehicular traffic.

George Floyd Square Reopens to Traffic in Minneapolis, June 2021

George Floyd Square Reopens to Traffic in Minneapolis, June 2021

June 2021 — Vehicles drive through George Floyd Square three days after the city removed barricades to open it to vehicular traffic.

George Floyd Square barricades at 37th and Chicago Ave

George Floyd Square barricades at 37th and Chicago Ave

June 2021 — Street barricades at 37th and Chicago Ave. The barricades replace those the city removed days earlier in attempts to open up the street to vehicular traffic.

Melting Candles at George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis

Melting Candles at George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis

June 2021 — Plastic candles melting in the summer heat at the George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square.

George Floyd Square: “Please Take What You Need” Sign

George Floyd Square: “Please Take What You Need” Sign

June 2021 — A sign at George Floyd Square reading "Please take what u need, don't be greedy or stealing. Everything is for everybody. Take care of each other"

George Floyd Square Barricades, South Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Barricades, South Minneapolis

June 2021 — Street barricades at Columbus and 38th Street in South Minneapolis. The barricades are at the edge of George Floyd Square. They replace barricades the city removed days earlier in an attempt to open up the area to vehicular traffic.

George Floyd Square Barricades with BLM Banner, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Barricades with BLM Banner, Minneapolis

June 2021 — Black Lives Matter sign hung over blue tarps over barricades at 38th Street and Elliott at George Floyd Square. City workers removed barricades the day before.

George Floyd Square Barricades at Sunset, Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Barricades at Sunset, Minneapolis

June 2021 — The City of Minneapolis cleared out barricades at the break of dawn but as the sun set the community had set up new barricades.

George Floyd Square barricade protest sign

George Floyd Square barricade protest sign

June 2021 — A woman holds a "No Justice No Streets" yard sign on the day the city tried to clear out barricades around the square.

Minneapolis Public Works removes barricades at George Floyd Square

Minneapolis Public Works removes barricades at George Floyd Square

June 2021 — Minneapolis Public Works clears out new barricades that were placed on 38th Street.

George Floyd Square warming shelters moved to impound lot

George Floyd Square warming shelters moved to impound lot

June 2021 — The warming shelters used at George Floyd Square arriving at City of Minneapolis impound lots after the city opened up the area to vehicular traffic.

George Floyd Square: New barricades and community memorials

George Floyd Square: New barricades and community memorials

June 2021 — Community gathering at George Floyd Square after city officials cleared out barricades and added new barricades around the memorials.

Jay Webb speaks at George Floyd Square garden, Minneapolis

Jay Webb speaks at George Floyd Square garden, Minneapolis

June 2021 — Jay Webb speaks at the garden in George Floyd Square while the city is opening the square to vehicle traffic.

George Floyd Square Memorial Flowers Boxed in Minneapolis

George Floyd Square Memorial Flowers Boxed in Minneapolis

June 2021 — Flowers from the George Floyd Memorial in boxes as the city moves in to open up the streets.

Minneapolis Public Works Remove Barricades at George Floyd Square

Minneapolis Public Works Remove Barricades at George Floyd Square

June 2021 — Minneapolis city workers coordinate to remove street barricades around George Floyd Square. The square has been a protest zone since the murder of George Floyd.

Minneapolis Public Works places barricades at George Floyd Square

Minneapolis Public Works places barricades at George Floyd Square

June 2021 — City employees place concrete barricades around the location of George Floyd's murder. The area inside George Floyd Square has been a protest zone since his murder by the Minneapolis Police.

Minneapolis: George Floyd Square Reopened to Traffic

Minneapolis: George Floyd Square Reopened to Traffic

June 2021 — City employees move in to open George Floyd Square to vehicle traffic. The early morning activity took place almost a year after the area was closed after the murder of George Floyd.

Say Their Names Cemetery, Minneapolis

Say Their Names Cemetery, Minneapolis

June 2021 — The "Say Their Names Cemetery" in South Minneapolis near George Floyd Square. The cemetery holds the names of those who suffered from police violence.

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