Graffiti

407 photos · 2008–2026

407 photographs tagged Graffiti, 2008–2026.

FUCK ICE seen in Uptown Minneapolis — Graffiti seen in Uptown Minneapolis that reads "FUCK ICE". Seen in May 2026.

Fuck Love Do Drugs Graffiti in Minneapolis — Graffiti reading “Fuck love, do drugs” is written on a wall in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Nice Graffiti — Graffiti seen in Uptown Minneapolis that reads Minnesota NICE. Seen on March 29, 2026.

Box truck with red graffiti reading "Free Wall Express How Ice Makes You Feel" parked on Minneapolis street. — A box truck in South Minneapolis bears graffiti reading "Free Wall Express How Ice Makes You Feel...".

Graffiti reading "FUCK ICE" spray-painted on a Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board sign at Chickadee Park in winter. — Graffiti reading "FUCK ICE" is spray-painted on a sign for Chickadee Park in Minneapolis.

Red graffiti reading "ICE FASCISTS" and "KILL ICE" covers the windows of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis. — Red graffiti, including "ICE FASCISTS" and "KILL ICE," mars the windows of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis. The vandalism occurred during a protest against the hotel, which is believed to be used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Such protests have become a recurring occurrence in the Minneapolis area over the past month, targeting hotels suspected of housing ICE personnel.

Graffiti reading "ICE OUT" and "FUCK ICE" mars the vandalized exterior of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "ICE OUT" and "FUCK ICE" mars the exterior of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis following a protest. The hotel is believed to be a lodging place for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This incident occurred during a period of increased protests against ICE operations in the metro area.

Graffiti reading "ICE KILLS" and "FUCK ICE" is spray-painted on the entrance of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "ICE KILLS" and "FUCK ICE" is spray-painted on the entrance of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis. The hotel is believed to be used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Protests against ICE operations have become frequent in the Minneapolis metro area, with demonstrators targeting hotels suspected of housing agents.

Graffiti reading "ICE CUP OF MPLS" in red spray paint on the glass entrance of Home2 Suites in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "ICE CUP OF MPLS" in red spray paint is visible on the glass entrance of the Home2 Suites by Hilton in Minneapolis. The vandalism occurred during a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which was believed to be housing agents at the hotel.

Graffiti reading "ICE NAZIS" spray-painted on a closed Pizza Shark restaurant window on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "ICE NAZIS" is spray-painted on the window of a closed Pizza Shark restaurant on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. The message, visible on January 19, 2026, is a protest against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, drawing a parallel between its actions and Nazism.

Graffiti reading "NO ICE GESTAPO" on a brick building along Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "NO ICE GESTAPO" is spray-painted on a brick building along Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. The message, seen on January 16, 2026, is a protest against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, drawing a parallel between ICE's actions and the Gestapo, the secret police of Nazi Germany.

Graffiti reading "ICE GO HOME" on a building in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge. — Graffiti reading "ICE GO HOME" is spray-painted on the exterior of a building in Minneapolis. The message protests the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during "Operation Metro Surge". The air is filled with tear gas that was deployed following the third shooting in January of Minneapolis citizens.

"ICE KILLS" graffiti and memorial to Renee Good on a brick wall in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "ICE KILLS" and "Rest In Peace Renee Good" on a brick wall along Lake Street in Minneapolis on January 13, 2026.

A U.S. Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis wears tactical gear and smart glasses on January 12, 2026. — A U.S. Border Patrol officer is seen in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026, wearing tactical gear and Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses.

Man stands at Minneapolis bus shelter with colorful graffiti and "Uptown/West Lake Street" sign overhead. — A man stands at a bus shelter on Lake Street in Minneapolis, where graffiti reading "RENEE" is visible on the glass. This image was taken on January 12, 2026, during a period of heightened public attention related to "Operation Metro Surge".

Graffiti on a concrete wall in Minneapolis reads "LOVE and Protect your NEIGHBORS DON'T Trust the Feds". — Graffiti on a concrete wall near a Minneapolis Public School reads "LOVE and Protect your NEIGHBORS DON'T Trust the Feds" followed by a heart symbol.

Graffiti reading "Forever Coming Soon" on a barrier at the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct construction site. — Graffiti reading "FOREVER COMING SOON" is visible on a wall in front of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The precinct was burned by protesters in May 2020 following the killing of George Floyd.

Graffiti on a Minneapolis wall reads "Fascists Go To Hell" and "Fuck ICE" with protest tags below. — Graffiti reading "Fascists Go To Hell" and "Fuck ICE" is visible on a wall along Lake Street in Minneapolis. This message appeared following the killing of Renee Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent.

Graffiti reading "We'll Do It Again, ICE Out Now!" on a Target store wall in Minneapolis during anti-ICE protests. — Graffiti reading "We'll Do It Again, ICE Out Now!" is spray-painted on the exterior wall of a Target store in Minneapolis. The message is a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The store is located across the street from the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct, which was a focal point of protests and unrest in the summer of 2020 following the murder of George Floyd.

Graffiti reading "FUCK ICE" and "RIP RENEE GOOD" on a brick building in Minneapolis, January 9th. — A car drives by a building with graffiti reading "FUCK ICE" "RIP RENEE GOOD" in South Minneapolis on January 9th.

Anti ICE Graffiti on Minneapolis Bus Stop — "FUCK ICE" written on a Metro Transit bus stop on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge.

Graffiti reading "Get The Fuck Out" and "Minneapolis" spray-painted on street at Renee Good Memorial site. — Graffiti reading "Get The Fuck Out" and "Minneapolis" is spray-painted on the street near the Renee Good Memorial. This memorial marks the location where Renee Good was killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent on January 7, 2026, during Operation Metro Surge.

Graffiti reading "FUCK MPD FUCK ICE" on a barrier of former 3rd precinct after Renee Good was killed. — Graffiti reading "FUCK MPD FUCK ICE" is spray-painted on a concrete barrier surrounding the future Minneapolis Democracy Center. This follows the shooting death of Renee Good. On January 7, 2026, 37-year-old Renée Nicole Good was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent during a federal immigration enforcement operation in south Minneapolis. Video recorded by bystanders showed Good attempting to drive away as agents surrounded her vehicle before an ICE agent fired multiple shots into the SUV.

Graffiti reading "Stop The Occupation" on a stop sign in South Minneapolis. — A stop sign in South Minneapolis bears the words “Stop the Occupation,” painted across its lower half. The paint first appeared on stop signs referring to the Palestinian occupation.

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

Graffiti reading “cold? burn a precinct!” under a highway overpass on the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading “cold? burn a precint!”[sic] is painted on a concrete wall beneath a highway overpass along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis. The misspelled graffiti is in reference to the burning of the Minneapolis Police third precinct police station that was burned in May 2020 after the murder of George Floyd.

Shane Anderson mural on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis with a Martin Luther King Jr. quote on a brick wall. — A mural on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis covers a brick wall with colorful graffiti-style lettering, cartoon figures, and a hand-painted Martin Luther King Jr. quote reading, “Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” The work is identified as a mural by Shane Anderson and appears in a commercial alley.

Graffiti and construction at Nicollet Ave and Midtown Greenway — A biker passes through construction on Nicollet Ave to get to the Midtown Greenway. The construction is happening as the city opens up Nicollet Avenue after demolishing the former K-Mart building.

White graffiti reading "RIP Ozzy" on a red brick wall along the Loring Greenway in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading 'RIP Ozzy' is spray-painted on a brick wall along the Loring Greenway in Minneapolis.

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

Utility box in South Minneapolis with graffiti reading “Paint is cheaper than eggs.” — Graffiti on a utility box in South Minneapolis reads “Paint is cheaper than eggs.”

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

Graffiti Real patriots kill nazis — A vacant commercial building on Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis displays graffiti stating "Real patriots kill nazis."

United Crushers graffiti marks boarded windows of a former Target store on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. — United Crushers graffiti on the windows of a former Target store on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

Black stenciled graffiti on the Loring Bike Bridge in Minneapolis reads "No Peace Without Justice. — A stencil on the Loring Bike Bridge that reads "No Peace Without Justice. No Justice Without Return" regarding Palestine.

Black spray-painted graffiti reading "YOU ASKED TO BE MY VICTIM" on the Loring Bike Bridge in Minneapolis. — Graffiti on the Loring Bike Bridge that reads "YOU ASKED TO BE MY VICTIM".

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

Aerial view of the Minnesota Governor's Residence roof displaying "WALZ FAILED" painted in large letters. — Graffiti reading "WALZ FAILED" is visible on the roof of the Minnesota Governor's Residence in St. Paul. The message appeared while Governor Tim Walz was campaigning for Vice President.

Aerial view of the Minnesota Governor's Residence in St. Paul showing "WALZ FAILED" painted on the roof. — Graffiti reading "WALZ FAILED" is visible on the roof of the Minnesota Governor's Residence in St. Paul. The message appeared while Governor Tim Walz was campaigning for Vice President.

Man on a red Ecofun Motorsport moped rides down East Lake Street in Minneapolis near a Metro Transit 21E bus. — A man rides a red Ecofun Motorsport moped down East Lake Street in Minneapolis. The bus behind him is a Metro Transit vehicle on the 21E route.

Boarded storefront on Chicago Avenue displays graffiti memorializing Breonna Taylor, Amir Locke, and George Floyd in Minneapolis. — Graffiti honoring Breonna Taylor, Amir Locke, and George Floyd on the boarded-up windows of the former Sheraton Hotel on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. The Hotel was used to house the homeless during the Minneapolis Uprising and has sat vacant since it was closed down.

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

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

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

Ragstock storefront on Lake Street in Minneapolis with construction barriers and orange and white traffic cones blocking the street. — Graffiti adorns the facade of Ragstock on Lake Street in Minneapolis.

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

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

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

Midtown Greenway Jogger in June 2024 — A lone jogger uses the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis after a rain shower. This 5.7-mile paved trail follows the path of a former railroad line, converted into a public corridor in the late 1990s. The Greenway serves as a vital artery for non-motorized transportation and recreation, connecting diverse neighborhoods across South Minneapolis.

Graffiti reading "George Floyd" on an electrical box along Lake Street in Minneapolis at night. — Graffiti bearing the name "George Floyd" is visible on an electrical box along Lake Street in Minneapolis. This marking come approximately four years after the murder of George Floyd.

Boarded Dundry House in Minneapolis displays a demolition notice dated May 20 on its entrance, surrounded by graffiti. — The Dundry House, a vacant building with a demolition notice on its boarded-up entrance. This structure had been vacant for some time and was significantly damaged by fire in April 2024.

White Castle restaurant on Lake Street in Minneapolis stands behind chain-link fencing with red graffiti markings. — The White Castle restaurant on Lake Street in Minneapolis stands behind protective fencing covered in graffiti.

Graffiti-covered stop sign in South Minneapolis beneath the aurora borealis. — A graffiti-covered stop sign in South Minneapolis stands beneath the aurora borealis. The sign includes an all-way plaque and is marked with multiple layers of writing.

Red anarchist and Palestinian solidarity graffiti covers a wall outside Coffman Memorial Union at the University of Minnesota. — Graffiti expressing solidarity with Palestine covers a wall outside Coffman Memorial Union at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. The graffiti appeared during pro-Palestinian protests on campus concerning the war in Gaza. Messages such as 'VIVA PALESTINE,' 'Free Palestine,' and calls for a ceasefire are visible, alongside symbols like the watermelon, which has become a symbol of Palestinian resistance.

Exterior photo of Coffman Memorial union after protests — Coffman Union at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis after local/state police ordered the mostly student protesters to vacate the lawn after arresting 9 the day prior. The protesters continue to demand that the university divest in companies working with Israel’s military.

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

Black Lives Matter graffiti in black and red spray paint on a weathered yellow utility post behind a chain-link fence in South Minneapolis. — The phrase "Black Lives Matter" is spray-painted in black and red on a weathered utility post in South Minneapolis.

Graffiti-marked construction barriers at Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — Construction barriers line the intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

LynLake Brewery storefront on Lyndale Avenue with ACAB graffiti marked on adjacent commercial billboard at night in Minneapolis. — The LynLake Brewery, located on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, occupies a building known for its distinctive theater-like architecture. Adjacent to the brewery, a commercial billboard features an advertisement that has been marked with the graffiti 'ACAB'.

Graffiti on a wall along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis reads "Repair Pot Holes, Quit Buffing Graff..." — Graffiti on a wall along the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis reads "Repair Pot Holes, Quit Buffing Graff...". The Midtown Greenway is a 5.5-mile-long rail-to-trail path for bicycles and pedestrians, converted from a former railway corridor in the early 2000s.

Black Bean Coffee at night with graffiti — Black Bean Coffee, a neighborhood coffee shop, is situated on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. The establishment's metal security shutters are covered in various graffiti tags.

Eat Healthy Fuck The Government graffiti on White Castle — The White Castle restaurant on Lake Street in Minneapolis stands boarded and fenced off in December 2023, with graffiti covering the lower exterior walls. This restaurant was damaged during the unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in 2020.

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

Colorful diamond-patterned mural with Bob Dylan quote in downtown Minneapolis. — Bob Dylan wrote "The Times They Are A-Changin'" in 1963, and it became one of his most quoted lyrics, later inspiring murals and public art referencing the singer's Minnesota roots. Dylan was born Robert Zimmerman in Duluth and grew up in Hibbing before moving to Minneapolis in 1959 to attend the University of Minnesota, where he began performing folk music in the Dinkytown neighborhood.

"Free Gaza" graffiti painted on the Loring Bike Bridge in Minneapolis at night. — "Free Gaza" graffiti on the Loring Bike Bridge over Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Police Department squad car parked at abandoned self-service car wash with graffiti-covered walls on Nicollet Avenue. — A Minneapolis Police Department squad car is parked in front of a graffiti-covered abandoned self-service car wash on Nicollet Avenue in October 2023.

Graffiti on former Juut salon windows in Uptown Minneapolis reads “LONG LIVE PALESTINE” and “LONG LIVE WINCE ME BOI.” — Graffiti reading "LONG LIVE PALESTINE" and "LONG LIVE WINCE ME BOI" is spray-painted on the windows of the former Juut hair salon at 2945 Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The building's signage for "AVEDA ESTHETIQUE" is visible above the graffiti. The graffiti appeared in October 2023, coinciding with ongoing international discussions and protests related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Graffiti on former Juut salon windows in Uptown Minneapolis reads “LONG LIVE PALESTINE” and “LONG LIVE WINCE ME BOI.” — Graffiti reading "LONG LIVE PALESTINE" and "LONG LIVE WINCE ME BOI" is spray-painted on the windows of the former Juut hair salon at 2945 Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The building's signage for "AVEDA ESTHETIQUE" is visible above the graffiti. The graffiti appeared in October 2023, coinciding with ongoing international discussions and protests related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Rudolphs Bar-B-Que on Lyndale Avenue South in Minneapolis with graffiti-covered windows. — Rudolphs Bar-B-Que on Lyndale Avenue South in Minneapolis is a long-vacant former restaurant building. Graffiti covers the exterior and windows of the abandoned property.

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

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

Winston Smith was assassinated by the MPD — Graffiti on a construction fence along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis reads "WINSTON SMITH WAS ASSASSINATED BY THE MPD." This message refers to the death of Winston Smith, who was killed by Minneapolis Police Department officers in June 2021. The incident occurred during an attempt to serve a federal warrant.

"Don't Demo Roof Depot" graffiti on retaining wall along Interstate 35W in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "DON'T DEMO ROOF DEPOT" is visible on a retaining wall along Interstate 35W in Minneapolis. This message reflects an ongoing dispute over the former Roof Depot site, a former EPA Superfund site in South Minneapolis. Environmental groups and community activists oppose the city's plan to develop public works facilities on the land, advocating instead for housing and an urban farm.

Minneapolis Police vehicles parked outside Fire House bar with graffiti reading "No Good Cops. No Bad Protesters." — Minneapolis Police vehicles are parked outside the Fire House bar and restaurant on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. Graffiti on ther fence reads "No Good Cops. No Bad Protesters."

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

Now Hiring at newly built wendys with graffiti in background — This Wendy's restaurant in Minneapolis was rebuilt after being destroyed by fire during civil unrest in May 2020. The unrest followed the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police.

ADM Grain Elevator and Harris Machinery Co., Minneapolis — The aging ADM grain elevator rises over the Harris Machinery Co. building in Minneapolis, a reminder of the city’s long industrial relationship with grain milling and riverfront commerce. These concrete storage silos and metal-clad headhouses were once central to moving Midwestern grain through the milling district, part of an infrastructure network that fueled Minneapolis’s identity as the “Flour Milling Capital of the World.” Harris Machinery Co., a longtime supplier of industrial equipment, occupies the foreground, its brick façade contrasting with the weathered surfaces of the towering elevator. The structures together illustrate the layered industrial history of the city’s working riverfront.

Graffiti on new post office in Minneapolis George Floyd — The Lake Street Post Office in Minneapolis, a vital community hub, reopened with a message of resilience painted on its exterior: "WE ARE BACK TO SERVE YOU!". The building had been damaged by fire during the protests that followed the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. The graffiti, accompanied by symbols of a mail envelope and a heart, signifies the community's determination to rebuild and continue serving its residents.

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

Love Mural on pizza hut — The "LOVE" mural adorns the exterior of a Pizza Hut located at 4800 Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. The mural, painted over boarded-up windows, became a symbol of resilience and community spirit amidst protests that followed the murder of George Floyd.

FUCK MPD on electrical box in Uptown Minneapolis — Graffiti reading "FUCK MPD + FREY" is spray-painted on an electrical box in Uptown Minneapolis. MPD refers to Minneapolis Police department and Mayor Jacob Frey.

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

Minneapolis City of Finding out sign at George Floyd Square — A sign at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis reads "Minneapolis City of Finding Out." This area became a focal point for protests and activism following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. The "City of Finding Out" slogan reflects the ongoing community efforts to understand and address systemic issues. The square has served as a space for remembrance, community organizing, and continued calls for justice.

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

Stop Cops written on a bus shelter in Uptown Minneapolis — Graffiti reading "Stop Cops!" is visible on the glass of a former bus shelter at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. This location became a focal point for protests and activism following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

“Abort Supreme Court” graffiti is painted on a wall along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — “Abort Supreme Court” graffiti appears on a wall along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis on June 26, 2022. The message references the U.S. Supreme Court two days after its Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision overturned Roe v. Wade. The Midtown Greenway is a grade-separated bicycle and pedestrian corridor built in a former railroad trench through south Minneapolis.

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

Parking garage with graffiti in Uptown Minneapolis 161 — Graffiti memorializing Deona Marie is visible on a parking garage along Lake Street in Minneapolis. The area had been a site of protests following the June 2021 killing of Winston Smith by a federal task force. Ten days after Smith's death, Deona Marie was killed when a vehicle drove through protest barricades on Lake Street.

Graffiti reading "Winston Smith" on a concrete parking ramp at Seven Points Mall in Minneapolis. — Winston Smith's name is painted on the parking ramp at Seven Points Mall in Uptown Minneapolis, where Minneapolis police and U.S. Marshals fatally shot him in June 2020. Deona Marie Knajdek was killed by a driver near the ramp in June 2021 while protesting his death, and the intersection saw weeks of protest that summer.

MPD HQ graffiti in Minneapolis — Graffiti reading "MPD HQ" is spray-painted onto a portable toilet. MPD referring to the Minneapolis Police department.

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

Never forget may 28th graffiti on bus shelter — Graffiti reading "Never Forget May 28" and "Love + Rage" adorns a Metro Transit bus shelter located across from the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct. The graffiti is shown on the 2nd anniversary of the burning of the 3rd precinct police staton following the murder of George Floyd.

Minneapolis Skyline and 394 from Cedar Lake Trail — The Minneapolis skyline is reflected in a puddle beneath the I-394 highway. This elevated freeway, completed in 1971, was designed to connect downtown Minneapolis with its western suburbs. The Cedar Lake Trail, visible in the background, is a popular multi-use path that runs alongside the highway, offering a unique perspective on the city's infrastructure and natural spaces.

Bench Overlooking Downtown Minneapolis Mickey's Beer — A weathered metal bench sits along one of Minneapolis’s elevated pedestrian and bicycle bridges, its frame showing rust from years of exposure to winter salt and freeze–thaw cycles. The skyline appears in the distance—soft, cool, and out of focus—giving the bench a quiet vantage point over the city. Graffiti tags on the slats and a discarded green Mickey’s bottle beneath the seat add small traces of everyday use, hinting at how these bridges serve not just as transportation corridors but as informal social spaces. Many of the city’s long-span pedestrian bridges, especially those built over rail corridors and highways, were added during the late 20th century to connect neighborhoods divided by infrastructure. Despite their utilitarian design, they often become familiar landmarks for runners, cyclists, and residents crossing between neighborhoods at dusk, when the muted lights of downtown begin to glow against the evening sky.

Modified stop sign in Minneapolis with stickers opposing detention centers and the Line 3 oil pipeline, with the Minneapolis skyline in the background. — A stop sign in Minneapolis is covered with graffiti and stickers. One sticker reads "Detention Centers Are For Burning". Another sticker, "Weak Mayor," critiques local leadership, while the hashtag "#StopLine3" refers to the ongoing opposition to the Enbridge Line 3 oil pipeline project.

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

U7 Nails storefront and adjacent businesses with graffiti-covered shutters on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. — Graffiti covers the shutters of U7 Nails and the adjacent Hop Wong Chinese Restaurant on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis.

Graffiti covers the metal shutters of Chicago-Lake Liquors on Lake Street in Minneapolis.

Closed Down Burger King, Minneapolis — A closed Burger King in South Minneapolis.

Amir Locke memorial mural outside Orchestra Hall in downtown Minneapolis at night. — A mural honoring Amir Locke, who was killed by Minneapolis police in February 2022, is displayed outside Orchestra Hall in downtown Minneapolis. The mural, reading "In Loving Memory Amir Locke" and "Justice 4 Amir," appeared following Locke's death and subsequent protests.

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

Graffiti mural on the Minneapolis Midtown Greenway featuring "I Want You" text and a character wearing a patriotic hat. — Graffiti found on the Midtown Greenway bike trail in March 2022.

Pedestrian passes a boarded, graffiti-covered bar in South Minneapolis at night. — A boarded-up bar in South Minneapolis displays extensive graffiti, a visual remnant of the civil unrest that occurred in the city in 2020. The plywood covering the establishment's windows and doors is marked with various tags and messages, overlaying the building's original green facade and teal window frames. This image documents the impact of the 2020 protests on urban commercial spaces, showing a period of damage and temporary closure in a neighborhood affected by social upheaval.

A sticker reading "UTTER CHAOS" affixed to a pole in South Minneapolis. — A sticker reading "Utter Chaos" stuck to a pole in South Minneapolis.

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

BLM mural and "Abolish MPD" graffiti on 38th Street in Minneapolis. — Murals related to the Black Lives Matter movement and the call to "Abolish MPD" (Minneapolis Police Department) are displayed on a wooden structure on 38th Street in Minneapolis.

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

George Floyd mural on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis at night behind a leafless tree. — This mural on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis honors George Floyd, whose death in May 2020 at the hands of police ignited widespread protests. The artwork, which includes portraits of Floyd and other figures, alongside messages of remembrance and solidarity.

Graffiti reading "Destroy Me" on a storefront in Uptown Minneapolis after an Amir Locke protest. — Graffiti reading "Destroy Me" was spray-painted on a storefront in Uptown Minneapolis on February 17, 2022. The vandalism occured during a march seeking justice for Amir Locke who was killed a week prior by the Minneapolis Police during a no-knock warrant.

Amir Locke graffiti on an Odell Brewing window in Uptown Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "AMIR LOCKE" is spray-painted on the window of the Odell Brewing Cafe in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. The vandalism occured following a march seeking justice for Amir Locke who was killed by Minneapolis Police a week prior during a no-knock warrant execution.

Minneapolis police SUV at East Lake Street and Bloomington Avenue beside protest graffiti in Minneapolis. — A Minneapolis Police Department vehicle seen near Lake Street with "Destroy MPD" graffiti on a concrete barricade in front. The city skyline visible in the distance. The graffiti comes after a march that occured about a week after Amir Locke was killed by Minneapolis police during a no-knock warrant.

Protest signs outside Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct in Minneapolis at night behind a passing car. — Protests against police brutality continued for ten days following the fatal shooting of Amir Locke by Minneapolis Police on February 2, 2022. Signs displayed outside the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct read "Our Children Are Speaking," "Justice for Amir Locke," and "Our Ancestors Are Watching."

Graffiti on barriers at Minneapolis Fifth Precinct construction site after Amir Locke protests. — Graffiti reading "Looks Good On Fire" and "Shoot Back" is spray-painted on a construction barrier surrounding the Minneapolis Fifth Precinct building. These messages appeared during protests in February 2022, following the police shooting death of Amir Locke.

Graffiti reading "Fuck 12" and "F12" on a downtown Minneapolis bus shelter window at night. — Fuck 12 and F12 spraypainted on a bus shelter in downtown Minneapolis following the police killing of Amir Locke.

Graffiti art reading "Revolution" and "George Floyd" on a building wall in Uptown Minneapolis, a memorial that emerged after George Floyd's murder in May 2020. — Graffiti art, including the words "Revolution" and "George Floyd," adorns a building wall in Uptown Minneapolis. This artwork emerged in the wake of George Floyd's murder in May 2020.

Graffiti on the AT&T Tower entrance in downtown Minneapolis after Amir Locke protests. — Graffiti marks the entrance of the ATT Tower in Downtown Minneapolis, following protests over the death of Amir Locke in February 2022.

Amir Locke memorial graffiti on a downtown Minneapolis building near the 1st Precinct. — Graffiti memorializing Amir Locke is spray-painted on a building facade across from the Minneapolis Police Department's 1st Precinct in downtown Minneapolis. Locke, a 22-year-old Black man, was killed by police on February 2, 2022, during a no-knock warrant execution.

Amir Locke graffiti outside Minneapolis Police First Precinct in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Graffiti honoring Amir Locke is displayed on the exterior of the Minneapolis Police Department's First Precinct building in downtown Minneapolis. Locke, a 22-year-old Black man, was killed by a Minneapolis police officer during a no-knock warrant execution in February 2022. His death led to protests and renewed calls for police reform in the city.

Worker removes graffiti from a brick wall in downtown Minneapolis after Amir Locke protests. — A worker cleans graffiti from a brick building in downtown Minneapolis. The graffiti appeared on the building following protests over the death of Amir Locke, a 22-year-old Black man killed by Minneapolis police during a no-knock warrant execution in February 2022. The incident prompted widespread protests and calls for police reform in the city.

Graffiti reading FUCK BANKS in Downtown Minneapolis — Protesters march through Downtown Minneapolis after demanding the Mayor resign following the Minneapolis Police shooting death of Amir Locke during a no-knock search warrant.

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