Graffiti

414 photos · 2008–2026

414 photographs tagged Graffiti, 2008–2026.

George Floyd written on concrete blocks — "George Floyd" graffiti is visible on a retaining wall in South Minneapolis on September 14, 2021. On May 25, 2020, Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin murdered 46-year-old George Floyd during an arrest outside Cup Foods at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in south Minneapolis. Video recorded by bystanders showed Chauvin kneeling on Floyd’s neck for more than nine minutes while Floyd repeatedly said he could not breathe. Three other Minneapolis police officers - J. Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane, and Tou Thao — were also present during the arrest and later faced criminal charges for their roles in Floyd’s death. Floyd’s murder sparked protests and civil unrest across Minneapolis and around the world, leading to widespread demonstrations against police violence, major policy debates on policing, and the conviction of Chauvin on murder and manslaughter charges in 2021.

Be Kind Stay Brave We Are All George Floyd — A mural reading "BE KIND... STAY BRAVE! WE ARE ALL GEORGE FLOYD" is painted on the side of a building on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis. This artwork appeared in the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd, a Black man who died in police custody in Minneapolis on May 25, 2020. On May 25, 2020, Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin murdered 46-year-old George Floyd during an arrest outside Cup Foods at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in south Minneapolis. Video recorded by bystanders showed Chauvin kneeling on Floyd’s neck for more than nine minutes while Floyd repeatedly said he could not breathe. Three other Minneapolis police officers - J. Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane, and Tou Thao — were also present during the arrest and later faced criminal charges for their roles in Floyd’s death. Floyd’s murder sparked protests and civil unrest across Minneapolis and around the world, leading to widespread demonstrations against police violence, major policy debates on policing, and the conviction of Chauvin on murder and manslaughter charges in 2021.

Faded Revolution Graffiti — Graffiti reading "Revolution" is spray-painted onto a brick wall in downtown Minneapolis. This message appeared during the widespread protests and civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. On May 25, 2020, Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin murdered 46-year-old George Floyd during an arrest outside Cup Foods at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in south Minneapolis. Video recorded by bystanders showed Chauvin kneeling on Floyd’s neck for more than nine minutes while Floyd repeatedly said he could not breathe. Three other Minneapolis police officers - J. Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane, and Tou Thao — were also present during the arrest and later faced criminal charges for their roles in Floyd’s death. Floyd’s murder sparked protests and civil unrest across Minneapolis and around the world, leading to widespread demonstrations against police violence, major policy debates on policing, and the conviction of Chauvin on murder and manslaughter charges in 2021.

"Summer 2012" graffiti written on a corroded metal wall with rust streaks and peeling paint. — Graffiti reading “Summer 2012” is painted on a rust-streaked metal wall beside a sidewalk and roadway. The wall’s paint is peeling, and corrosion covers much of the surface. Faded markings remain visible on the right side of the panel.

Seven Points mall with boarded up entrance in Minneapolis — Seven Points Mall, located at the intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis, is shown boarded up at night. The mall's facade is covered with graffiti, including a tag that reads "Deona Marie." On June 13, 2021, 31-year-old Deona Marie Knajdek was killed when a driver accelerated into a group of demonstrators gathered in Minneapolis’ Uptown neighborhood during ongoing protests over the killing of Winston “Boogie” Smith Jr. Protesters had blocked the intersection of West Lake Street and Girard Avenue with vehicles and barricades when Nicholas Kraus drove a Jeep Cherokee into the crowd at high speed, killing Knajdek and injuring several others. Kraus was later charged with second-degree murder, two counts of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, and criminal vehicular operation. In 2023, he pleaded guilty to murder and assault charges and was sentenced to more than 20 years in prison for the attack.

Seven Points Doesn't Want You To Know Chalk — Chalk writing that reads "Seven Points Doesn't Want You To Know" written outside the parking ramp where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd, 2021.

Burn This Shit Down Graffiti in Minneapolis — Graffiti reading "Burn this shit down" was spray-painted in South Minneapolis on the four-month anniversary of Winston Smith's death. Smith, a Black man, died in June 2020 after being shot by Minneapolis police. The phrase "Fuck 12" is also visible, a common anti-police slogan. This act of vandalism occurred during a period of heightened protest and unrest in Minneapolis following the murder of George Floyd.

George Floyd Square shacks at impound lot — Warming shelters, constructed by activists, were removed from George Floyd Square in Minneapolis on June 3rd. The shelters, which bore slogans such as "Abolish Kill The Police" and "Global Abolition," were located at the Minneapolis Impound Lot. The removal occurred amidst ongoing protests and discussions surrounding police reform and abolition in the city, following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Fuck Your Property Graffiti — Graffiti adorns concrete barriers at the site where Winston Smith died on June 3, 2021, in Minneapolis. Smith was killed by law enforcement officers during an attempted arrest at a parking garage on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. The surrounding area, particularly Lake Street, became a focal point for protests and unrest following the killing of George Floyd in May 2020 and continued to be a site of activism and expression in the aftermath of Smith's death. The graffiti, including messages like "Winston Smith" and "Stop the Cover Up," reflects the community's response to the incident and broader calls for accountability.

CRG GI Joke Winston Smith Protest Graffiti — Concrete barricades, erected around the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed on June 3, 2021, bear graffiti referencing the incident. One message reads "CRG = G.I. Joke," referring to the private security firm Conflict Resolution Group (CRG), while another states "WINSTON SMITH WAS ASSASSINATED BLOOD ON YOUR HANDS SAY HIS NAME."

Security fencing and wrap around Seven Points Mall ramp — Security fencing surrounds the Seven Points Mall parking garage at the intersection of Lake Street and Girard Avenue in Minneapolis. The increased security measures were in place the day before the county attorney announced that no charges would be filed against officers involved in the June 3, 2021, shooting death of Winston Smith. The officers were part of a federal task force serving a warrant at the time of the incident. The area has been a site of protests and unrest, particularly following Smith's death and the Minneapolis Uprising of 2020.

Secyruty fencing and Libertine at Seven Points Mall — The Seven Points Mall parking garage in Minneapolis, located on Lake Street, is shown following an incident on June 3rd. New security fencing and protective wrap have been installed on the structure. The area, which was the site of the death of Winston Smith, has been marked with graffiti including "EXPOSE" and "KOPS," reflecting sentiments from the Minneapolis Uprising and broader protests concerning police conduct.

Chain-link fence framing an abandoned K-Mart parking lot with graffitied structures and autumn trees along Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis. — Fencing above the Midtown Greenway at Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis.

Downtown Minneapolis seen behind fenced in Kmart in 2021 — The United States Postal Service branch on East Lake Street in Minneapolis occupies a building that formerly housed a K-Mart. This relocation occurred after two nearby post office branches were destroyed during the Minneapolis uprising in 2020. The building's exterior is adorned with murals and graffiti, some of which memorialize figures and events from the uprising.

Winston Smith Was Assassinated graffiti in South Minneapolis — "Winston Smith was assassinated. Say his name" written on a bridge in South Minneapolis.

Outreach workers in orange shirts walk past boarded storefronts on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis at night — Violence Interrupter Outreach Workers walk down Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis on October 12, 2021.

No Cops Abolish The Police stickers in Minneapolis — An "Abolish The Police" sticker is affixed to a "No Turn on Red" traffic sign in Minneapolis. This act of protest occurred in the context of widespread demonstrations following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, which led to calls for police reform and abolition. The sticker, placed on public infrastructure, serves as a visual statement against police brutality and the existing system of law enforcement. The "No Turn on Red" sign itself is a common piece of urban signage designed to regulate traffic flow and enhance pedestrian safety.

Justice 4 George Yarn Art in Minneapolis — Yarn art spelling "Justice 4 George" is affixed to a chain-link fence at Lake Country School in South Minneapolis.

Graffiti on brick wall in Minneapolis reads "I kicked Diabetes for months! But now I'm on insulin and in a shelter... Methadone — This handwritten message addresses addiction and treatment stigma, pairing a personal account of insulin dependence and homelessness with the assertion that "Methadone is medicine." Methadone has been used in the United States since the 1960s as a federally regulated treatment for opioid use disorder, dispensed through licensed clinics under guidelines set by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Black Daze Mural in Minneapolis, October 2021 — A mural by artist Black Daze seen in October 2021. Located just off Lake Street.

Lake Street Station Post Office Construction Starts — Post office construction beginning on Lake Street Station. The garage portion will remain.

Riots Work Ya Nerds Graffiti — Graffiti reading "Riots Work Ya Nerds" is spray-painted on utility boxes along Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis. The message appeared during a period of civil unrest in the city, following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. Minnehaha Avenue is a major thoroughfare in South Minneapolis, known for its vibrant community and businesses. The graffiti reflects the sentiments expressed by some during the protests and uprisings that occurred in the summer of 2020.

Minneapolis Police Squad Car and Abolish The Police — A Minneapolis Police Department squad car passes a mural on Minnehaha Avenue that reads "Abolish The Police." The mural, painted on plywood covering a building, appeared in the context of widespread protests and calls for police reform following the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis in May 2020. The "Open Streets" event, which temporarily closes streets to vehicles for community use, was concluding as the police vehicle drove by.

MPLS IS US poster in Uptown — Posters promoting voter turnout are displayed on a graffiti-covered wall in Uptown Minneapolis. The "mpls is us" campaign, active around the November 2nd election, aimed to encourage civic participation. The posters feature the slogan "We have the tools to make imagination a reality in our city," alongside imagery related to voting and community. This initiative reflects efforts to engage residents in the electoral process within the urban environment.

Prosecute Cops seen in Uptown Minneapolis — Graffiti covers the boarded-up storefronts of the Seven Points mall in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. The image was taken the day before the 2020 election, a period marked by significant social unrest and protests in the city following the murder of George Floyd. The mall, a prominent retail center in Uptown, had been impacted by damage and closures during the Minneapolis Uprising earlier that year. The graffiti reflects the turbulent atmosphere and the messages of protest and dissent prevalent at the time.

Deona Marie Boards at Seven Points — The boarded-up Seven Points Mall at the corner of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. The plywood covering features graffiti, including the name "Deona Marie," a tribute to a protester killed on June 13th. She died when a vehicle drove through barricades erected by demonstrators protesting the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith ten days earlier.

Large yellow graffiti mural reading "Winston Smith" on a barrier at Lake Street Parking Ramp in Minneapolis. — Graffiti memorializing Winston Smith adorns the Lake Street Parking Ramp in Uptown Minneapolis. Smith was killed by a federal task force on top of the ramp in June 2021.

Winston Smith written on a dumpster — A dumpster marked with "Winston Smith" graffiti stands on a street in Uptown Minneapolis. This marking serves as a memorial to Winston Smith, who was killed by a federal task force on a parking garage across the street during the 2020 Minneapolis uprising. The uprising followed the murder of George Floyd and involved widespread protests. The dumpster, a temporary piece of infrastructure for construction or demolition debris, has become a canvas for public expression and remembrance.

Stop The Cover Up graffiti behind Seven Points Mall — Protesters paint "Stop The Cover Up" outside the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement 5 months earlier.

Paint covered No Trespassing sign — A "No Trespassing" sign, splattered with pink paint, is affixed to a chain-link fence outside a parking ramp in Uptown Minneapolis. This location is significant as the site where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3, 2021. The incident occurred during protests that followed the killing of George Floyd, and the sign's defacement may reflect the broader unrest and public sentiment at the time. The area around the parking ramp has been a focal point for activism and remembrance.

Graffiti on the Uptown Theater in Minneapolis reads, “Do you know who Winston Smith is??” — Graffiti reading "DO YOU KNOW WHO WINSTON SMITH IS??" is spray-painted on the glass doors of the Uptown Theater in Minneapolis. The Uptown Theatre, a historic movie palace opened in 1926, has been a prominent landmark on Hennepin Avenue.

Mural-covered alley in Uptown Minneapolis at night, with puddles reflecting streetlights. — This narrow Uptown alleyway comes alive after dark with the vibrant work of local artist Black Daze.

Daunte Wright Mural and Lake Street at night — A mural honoring Daunte Wright is displayed on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The mural appeared following Wright's death on April 11, 2021, during a traffic stop in nearby Brooklyn Center. The trial for former Brooklyn Center police officer Kimberly Potter, who was charged with first and second-degree manslaughter in connection with Wright's death, was scheduled to begin on November 30th of the same year. The mural is painted on the boarded-up storefront of a business on Lake Street, a commercial corridor that experienced significant damage and unrest following Wright's killing and the murder of George Floyd in 2020.

Graffiti on light rail tracks in Downtown Minneapolis — Graffiti reading "The Revolution Continues" and "Stop The Donald" is spray-painted on the light rail tracks outside the Hennepin County Public Safety Facility in downtown Minneapolis. These messages appeared during the period of civil unrest in the city following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The Minneapolis Uprising saw widespread protests and activism, with graffiti becoming a common form of expression on public spaces and infrastructure throughout the downtown area.

Justice and Love at Moon Palace Books Minneapolis — Graffiti art reading "Justice" and "Love" adorns the boarded-up facade of Moon Palace Books in South Minneapolis. The boards were installed in May 2020, following the murder of George Floyd, as a protective measure for businesses in the area. Moon Palace Books notably refused to allow police to stage on their property during the subsequent protests, instead offering their space as a medic station for injured individuals. The "Abolish The Police" message, previously displayed on banners and boards, reflects the sentiment of many during the Minneapolis Uprising.

Justice 4 George at Columbus and 38th St — Graffiti reading "Justice 4 George" is spray-painted on a utility box in South Minneapolis. This message appeared in the context of widespread protests and unrest following the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers on May 25, 2020. The location, near 38th Street, is significant as it is close to the site of Floyd's death and became a focal point for activism and community organizing. Utility boxes, common elements of urban infrastructure, often become canvases for public expression during times of social and political upheaval.

Avenge Kenosha Fuck Kyle at Minneapolis Police Station — "Avenge Kenosha" and “Fuck Kyle” written on the barriers surrounding the third precinct.

Call It Home by Anthony Ceballos — A poem by Anthony Ceballos, titled "Call It Home," is displayed on a storefront along Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. The poem reflects on childhood memories and the cultural landscape of South Minneapolis, referencing local landmarks and businesses. This display is part of Pangea World Theater's "Poetry in the Windows" initiative, which aims to integrate artistic expression into the urban environment and engage the community with local narratives.

End Blue Terrorism — Graffiti on Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis.

Were Open mural and Transtifa graffiti on Lake Street — The Hufan Restaurant & Cafe on Lake Street in Minneapolis displays a mural reading "We're Open" with an arrow, alongside graffiti art including "Transtifa" on the building's upper facade. This imagery reflects the period following the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising, when businesses often boarded up windows and doors for protection. The artwork serves as a visual record of resilience, solidarity, and community identity during a time of significant social and economic disruption in the city.

I can't breathe on a South Minneapolis fence — A mural in South Minneapolis displays George Floyd's final words, "Please, please, please I can't breathe. Please man I can't breathe." These words became a rallying cry during the protests that followed his death in May 2020. The artwork, painted on a wall adjacent to a residential building, serves as a public memorial and a stark reminder of the events that sparked widespread calls for racial justice and police reform. The mural's presence in the neighborhood where Floyd lived underscores the profound impact of his death on the local community and the nation.

Memorial for CowboyDan under Minneapolis — This memorial, located in Minneapolis, features graffiti that reads "No Cops In Heaven." The artwork and accompanying offerings, such as flowers and boots, serve as a tribute to a local activist. The phrase "No Cops In Heaven" gained prominence during the Minneapolis Uprising of 2020, a period of widespread protests following the murder of George Floyd.

Neon Lyles sign at a bar in Minneapolis — Liquor Lyle's Bar & Restaurant, a long-standing establishment on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis, is pictured here during winter. Founded in 1963, the venue has served as a neighborhood fixture, offering both liquor and food.

Uptown Theater stands illuminated on snow-covered Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis at night. — The Uptown Theater stands at Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon Avenue in Minneapolis. It opened in 1929 as a movie palace and later became a well known music venue in the Uptown neighborhood before closing for renovation.

Mural in San Pedro, Belize, addresses child dignity and HIV/AIDS awareness with messages of peace, love, and cure. — A painted wall in San Pedro, Belize, carries public health and child protection messages, including references to child dignity in a digital age and HIV/AIDS awareness. The mural includes the phrases “Peace,” “Love,” and “Cure” alongside a ribbon and heart motif, and a separate panel calls to stop violence against children and protect innocence.

Revolution RIP George Floyd Mural on Lake Street, Minneapolis — A vehicle parked on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis in front of murals on a former Victoria Secret building.

FTP Fuck The Police Stop Sign — A stop sign in South Minneapolis is defaced with graffiti, including the phrase "FTP" and "AND THINK." The "FTP" tag is a common abbreviation for "Fuck The Police," a slogan frequently used in protests against police brutality and misconduct.

Graffiti memorializing Amir Locke at Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "MPD MURDERED AMER LOCKE" is visible on a building at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. This message appeared following the death of Amir Locke, a 22-year-old man killed by Minneapolis Police Department SWAT officers on February 2, 2022, during a warrant execution.

Red "MPD" graffiti on a bridge pillar in Minneapolis during protests following Amir Locke's killing. — MPD written on a bridge in Minneapolis following the killing of Amir Locke.

Private parking entrance sign with F12 graffiti in downtown Minneapolis at night. — A "PRIVATE PARKING ENTRANCE" sign in downtown Minneapolis is marked with graffiti reading "F12." The graffiti appeared during protests following the killing of Amir Locke. Amir Locke was killed earlier in the month by Minneapolis Police officers during a no knock warrant at a Downtown Minneapolis apartment building.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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, 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..."

“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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

"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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

"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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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-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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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