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May 2023 — Members of the Minnesota Orchestra performing parts of "Brea(d)th" at George Floyd Square/Say Their Names Cemetery on Thursday night, the 3 year anniversary of George Floyd's murder.
May 2023 — The Peoples Way at George Floyd Square. The intersection of 38th and Chicago has been a protest zone since the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
May 2023 — Fire Arts Center at George Floyd Square in May 2023.
March 2023 — The George Floyd Memorial inside George Floyd Square on Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis.
March 2023 — A man walks in front of the George Floyd mural on the side of "Unity Foods". Unity Foods was formerly named Cup Foods.
March 2023 — A painting on a garage door in George Floyd Square.
February 2023 — A chair with "George Floyd" written on it in the snow at Say Their Names Cemetery on February 18, 2023.
February 2023 — The signage at "The Peoples Way" reading “Justice for Tyre, Keenan & Tortuguita!!!"
February 2023 — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square on February 18, 2023. The area has been a protest zone since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
February 2023 — A flyer for "The George Floyd Uprising" book by "Vortex Group" seen at George Floyd Square on February 18, 2023.
January 2023 — The first at the intersection of 38th and Chicago Avenue on January 7, 2023 in Minneapolis near where George Floyd was murdered. The area has been an active protest zone since May 2020 and is known as George Floyd Square.
January 2023 — The remains of "the blue house", a building near George Floyd Square on January 7, 2023. It had sat vacant after a fire broke out inside. It's since been demolished.
January 2023 — "Say Their Names Cemetery" near George Floyd Square on January 7, 2023. The memorial was installed not long after George Floyd's murder in May 2020. Each headstone holds the name of a victim of police violence.
November 2022 — Snow falls on Chicago Avenue. George Floyd Square has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
November 2022 — George Floyd Square in a late fall November rain. The intersection has been a place off protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
October 2022 — Scott Jensen, the GOP challenger to Governor Tim Walz, has his face on a billboard directly above the George Floyd mural at George Floyd Square.
October 2022 — A flyer advertising a speaking event by Arturo Castillon.
October 2022 — Scott Jensen, the GOP challenger to Governor Tim Walz, has his face on a billboard directly above the George Floyd mural at George Floyd Square.
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September 2022 — A "Class of 2023 We are Roosevelt" yard sign in a South Minneapolis front yard.
August 2022 — As the city begins “Monthly learning tables” as part of its “38th & Chicago Re-Envisioned” project, more than a year after streets were reopened to vehicles, the ask from those at George Floyd Square continues to be the same as it has been since August 7, 2020: Meet the demands.
August 2022 — As the city begins “Monthly learning tables” as part of its “38th & Chicago Re-Envisioned” project, more than a year after streets were reopened to vehicles, the ask from those at George Floyd Square continues to be the same as it has been since August 7, 2020: Meet the demands.
August 2022 — As the city begins “Monthly learning tables” as part of its “38th & Chicago Re-Envisioned” project, more than a year after streets were reopened to vehicles, the ask from those at George Floyd Square continues to be the same as it has been since August 7, 2020: Meet the demands.
August 2022 — Millennium Auto Service in George Floyd Square.
August 2022 — Art blocks around George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.
August 2022 — The Calendar at The People's Way inside George Floyd Square. The board has shown community events.
August 2022 — Visitors at the George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square following a shooting death hours that occurred hours earlier.
August 2022 — A sign at George Floyd Square reading "Minneapolis City of Finding Out”. The area has been a protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
August 2022 — Interim Minneapolis Police Chief Huffman arrives at George Floyd Square for a "Community Conversation" on public safety. The forum was also attended by Hennepin County Attorney candidates.
August 2022 — Ryan Winkler, a candidate for Hennepin County Attorney at George Floyd Square for a "Community Conversation - Let's talk about public safety". The panel included other candidates as well as the interim Chief of Police.
August 2022 — Saraswati Singh, a candidate for Hennepin County Attorney at George Floyd Square for a "Community Conversation - Let's talk about public safety". The panel included other candidates as well as the interim Chief of Police.
August 2022 — Stop Cops! written on a former bus shelter at George Floyd Square.
July 2022 — A rally for solidarity with Akron was held at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Speakers, including George Floyd's aunt Angela Harrelson and community member Jay Webb, addressed the crowd about community and solidarity with Jayland Walker, who was killed by police in Akron, Ohio. Artists were present, working on a raised fist sculpture intended for Akron, symbolizing shared struggles and support.
July 2022 — A rally for solidarity with Akron was held at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, Minnesota, a site that has become a focal point for protest and community organizing since the murder of George Floyd in 2020. Speakers, including George Floyd's aunt Angela Harrelson, addressed the crowd, expressing solidarity with Jayland Walker, who was killed by police in Akron, Ohio. Artists were present, working on a raised fist sculpture intended for Akron, symbolizing shared struggles and support. The event took place at the "Peoples Way" gas station, which has been transformed into a space for activism and remembrance.
June 2022 — A Deshaun Hill shirt hanging at George Floyd Square. 15-year old Hill was shot and killed on February 9, 2021 while walking home from school.
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May 2022 — Music at the "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
May 2022 — The "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
May 2022 — A short trailer for the documentary “The People’s Way” being shown during the "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
May 2022 — Terrence Floyd, the brother of George Floyd, speaks to the crowd at the Rise & Remember at George Floyd Square.
May 2022 — A dog on the painted streets at George Floyd Square during the "Rise and Remember" festival.
May 2022 — The "Rise and Remember" festival at George Floyd Square.
May 2022 — The game bags with Agape Movement Co. marked on it.
May 2022 — Candles at Say Their Names Cemetery on the 2nd anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.
May 2022 — George Floyd marker at Say Their Names Cemetery near George Floyd Square on the 2nd anniversary of his murder.
May 2022 — Crowd gathers at George Floyd Square on the 2 year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.
May 2022 — Terrence Floyd, George Floyd’s Brother, at Say Their Names Cemetery during an Angelversary Candlelight Vigil.
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.
May 2022 — Steve Floyd with Agape Movement walks down Chicago Avenue during the 2nd anniversary of the murder of George Floyd.
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.
May 2022 — Mayor Jacob Frey and members of The Agape Movement at George Floyd Square in May 2022.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
May 2022 — The names of those who've been killed by police being repainted on Chicago Avenue.
May 2022 — Smoke In The Pit Restaurant on Chicago Avenue in George Floyd Square.
May 2022 — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square on May 19, 2022.
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.
May 2022 — Notice about "Rise & Remember" at George Floyd Square. The event is held on the anniversary of George Floyd's murder.
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.
April 2022 — Knocked over propane tank container from a car smashing into the Cup Foods building.
April 2022 — The Dameon Chambers (Murphy Ranks) Memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. Chambers was killed on Juneteenth 2020.
April 2022 — A protest sign reading "Justice accountability healing for George Floyd. Say His Name" seen at George Floyd Square in April, 2022.
April 2022 — A "Black Lives Matter" sign covering a window in downtown Minneapolis.
April 2022 — Comments left behind on feedback boards at an event held by the City of Minneapolis "38th and Chicago Re-envisioned".
April 2022 — 38th Street in George Floyd Square.
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.
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.”
April 2022 — A map with pins for the visitors of George Floyd Square.
April 2022 — A memorial for Imez Wright who was fatally shot on March 6, 2021.
April 2022 — A sign reading "Historic George Floyd Memorial" at George Floyd Square.
April 2022 — A storefront in South Minneapolis with "End Racism" in the window.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
January 2022 — A COVID-19 testing site operated by Haya Health on Chicago Avenue.
January 2022 — George Floyd Square on an evening where temperatures would hit -16F.
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”.
December 2021 — Daunte Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square in December 2021.
December 2021 — Two people sit around the fire at George Floyd Square in December 2021.
December 2021 — Sign on the People’s Way sign at George Floyd Square that reads "Read the demands! Justice for Daunte Wright!"
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November 2021 — First snowfall at the Say Their Names Memorial near George Floyd Square.
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.
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.
November 2021 — Artists and community members help remove the George Floyd mural prior to snow arriving.
November 2021 — A sign reading "Warning Twin Cities Police Easily Startled" at 39th and Chicago Avenue, George Floyd Square.
November 2021 — The Murphy Ranks Memorial on Chicago Avenue inside George Floyd Square.
October 2021 — The Murphy Ranks memorial at George Floyd Square after Minneapolis Public Works made an attempt to clear it.
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.
October 2021 — A pumpkin carving at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.
October 2021 — Minneapolis police squad cars and an ambulance behind Say Their Names Cemetery at George Floyd Square.
October 2021 — A caretaker at George Floyd Square lights candles at the George Floyd Memorial.
October 2021 — Candles being lit on what would have been George Floyds 48th birthday.
October 2021 — Crowd at George Floyd Square following a vigil on what would have been his 48th birthday.
October 2021 — Known MPLS performs at George Floyd Square on what would have been George's 48th birthday.
October 2021 — Metasota performs at George Floyd Square on what would have been George Floyd's 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.
October 2021 — Paris Stevens, George Floyd's cousin, speaks at George Floyd Square on what would’ve been George Floyd's 48th birthday.
October 2021 — The George Floyd Memorial on what would have been George Floyd's 48th birthday.