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April 2016 — 7 Years ago today Prince died and the international media descended upon Paisley Park. Today MN lawmakers will discuss a bill that would rename Highway 5 from Mitchell Road in Eden Prairie to Hazeltine Blvd in Chanhassen to Prince Rogers Nelson Memorial Highway. (April 22, 2016)
April 2019 — Set into the pavements of central London, this bronze and aluminum marker denotes the Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk—a seven-mile circular route passing through four of the city’s royal parks: St. James’s Park, Green Park, Hyde Park, and Kensington Gardens. Installed in 2000, the trail honors the late Princess Diana’s humanitarian legacy, guiding walkers past many places associated with her life. Each plaque features an English rose at its center, surrounded by leaves and directional points that quietly lead thousands of visitors along the commemorative path each year.
May 2020 — A sign reading “I can’t breath” and flowers left behind where George Floyd was killed the night before.
May 2020 — A woman leaves flowers outside of Cup Foods the day after George Floyd was killed.
May 2020 — Flowers, signs and bears left behind on May 26, 2020 at a memorial where George Floyd was killed the night before.
May 2020 — A memorial for George Floyd in front of a South Minneapolis home on May 30, 2020.
May 2020 — The George Floyd mural on the 38th Street side of the Cup Foods buildings. George Floyd was killed on May 25th in front of Cup Foods sparking days of protests.
June 2020 — Offerings left on Chicago Ave a week after George Floyd was killed.
June 2020 — George Floyd Memorial in South Minneapolis outside of Cup Foods on 38th St.
June 2020 — Community gathers on 06/04/20 at 38th St and Chicago Ave around a memorial for George Floyd who was killed on May 25th, 2020.
June 2020 — Flowers and signs left behind at a memorial in middle of 38th St and Chicago Ave on 06/04/20.
June 2020 — A memorial for George Floyd at the location he was killed by Minneapolis Police on May 25th, 2020.
June 2020 — A welcome table at the George Floyd memorial on 38th Street. George Floyd was killed around the corner the previous month. A sign reads: “This is a sacred healing space for the black and African American community it is bein served by their aliy communities and is a holy ground”.
June 2020 — A circle of flowers around a raised fist at George Floyd Square on June 15, 2020. Floyd was killed by the Minneapolis Police the month prior.
June 2020 — A large George Floyd mural on 38th Street with flowers left behind in front of it. George Floyd was killed around the corner on Chicago Ave the month prior.
June 2020 — A stuffed owl with a note to Gianna, George Floyd's daughter, at the memorial at 38th and Chicago.
June 2020 — George Floyd memorial outside of Cup Foods on Chicago Ave/38th Street in South Minneapolis. Rainbow slightly visible as a storm moves through.
June 2020 — A sign asking that no one discard anything left at George Floyd Square. Since May 2020, all signs and offerings have been preserved by the George Floyd Global Memorial. “Do not discard sign. Everything is somebody’s offering. We are preserving damaged signs. Thank you!”
June 2020 — Bright warm light at George Floyd Square after a summer rain shower.
July 2020 — A vigil for Calvin Horton Jr on what would have been his 44th birthday. Calvin Horton was shot and killed by the owner of Cadillac Pawn on May 27th during the unrest over the May 25th death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
July 2020 — Posters hanging on the boards next to Cadillac Pawn. Memorial for Calvin Horton Jr, who was shot and killed on May 27th. He was shot and killed during the unrest in Minneapolis over the May 25th death of George Floyd.
July 2020 — Poster hanging on the boards of Cadillac Pawn announcing a vigil for Calvin Horton Jr, who was shot and killed by the owner on May 27th. He was shot and killed during the unrest in Minneapolis over the May 25th death of George Floyd.
August 2020 — Candles are lit over the names of those killed by police on Chicago Avenue. George Floyd was killed on Chicago Avenue on May 25th, 2020.
August 2020 — The George Floyd mural on 38th Street covered up after it was vandalized.
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November 2020 — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square on November 25, 2020.
November 2020 — The site of George Floyd's death on the 6 month anniversary of his death. Located at 38th and Chicago Ave in Minneapolis.
December 2020 — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square after a fresh December snowfall.
January 2021 — On Martin Luther King day a metal fist replaced what was originally a wooden first and then a wooden hand. “Like the materials of the Black Power fist that stand in the center of the Square, we are evolving and becoming a stronger community every day.”
January 2021 — Snow falls over the metal fist at George Floyd Square.
January 2021 — A repurposed Minneapolis Park & Recreation sign at George Floyd Square.
February 2021 — Rare winter rainfall covering the George Floyd Memorial with ice.
February 2021 — The George Floyd mural at George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis in Winter 2021.
March 2021 — A George Floyd memorial outside the courthouse on March 7, 2021 in Minneapolis where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is taking place.
April 2021 — The gardener at George Floyd Square plants flowers and plants around the memorial.
April 2021 — “The Peoples Power Love Fest” at George Floyd Square.
April 2021 — A Daunte Wright memorial at George Floyd Square. Daunte Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police on April 11th, 2021.
May 2021 — The front of the Chicago Fire Arts Center at the George Floyd Memorial in South Minneapolis.
May 2021 — Save the Boards to Memorialize the Movement exhibited 87 of the almost a thousand boards they've saved at Phelps Park, next to George Floyd Square.
May 2021 — Save the Boards to Memorialize the Movement exhibited 87 of the almost a thousand boards they've saved at Phelps Park, next to George Floyd Square.
May 2021 — Save the Boards to Memorialize the Movement exhibited 87 of the almost a thousand boards they've saved at Phelps Park, next to George Floyd Square.
May 2021 — Say Their Names Cemetery with candles on the 1-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder.
June 2021 — The "Say Their Names Cemetery" in South Minneapolis near George Floyd Square. The cemetery holds the names of those who suffered from police violence.
June 2021 — Candles being lit at a vigil for Winston Smith who was shot and killed by law enforcement on June 4th, 2021. The vigil was held at the top of the parking ramp where he was shot and killed the day earlier by a Federal task force.
June 2021 — A vigil being held at the spot where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd.
June 2021 — Community gathers around a candle lit vigil where Winston Smith was killed the day earlier by a Federal task force.
June 2021 — A memorial for Winston Smith on Lake Street. Smith was killed on June 3rd by a Federal task force on top of a nearby parking ramp.
June 2021 — Roses and candles cover the ground where Winston Smith was killed by a Federal Task Force on June 3rd.
June 2021 — The names of others effected by police violence written on the top of the parking ramp where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement days earlier.
June 2021 — "We love you Winston" written on a pillar next to where Winston Smith was shot and killed by law enforcement on June 3rd, 2021.
June 2021 — A t-shirt and sign placed at the George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.
June 2021 — Winston Smith memorial on top of the parking ramp that he was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd. Officials say Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons as part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.
June 2021 — Graffiti on windows on the top floor of the Seven Points parking ramp where Winston Smith was shot and killed by a Federal Task Force on June 3rd.
June 2021 — The Winston Smith memorial on top of the parking ramp where he was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd, 2020.
June 2021 — "Stop The Cover Up" written on a private drive near the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed by Law Enforcement on June 3rd. 10 days later Deona Marie was killed when a man drove his vehicle through barricades meant to protect protesters.
June 2021 — Protesters paint "Stop the cover up" on a private drive outside of where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd. This was the 2nd time it was painted red in as many days after the red was removed.
June 2021 — Protesters place barricades around Lake Street in Minneapolis. Protesters have been holding space near the shooting death of Winston Smith on June 3rd. Officials say Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.
June 2021 — Minneapolis protesters continue to hold space through the night around Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorials. Stronger barricades blocking vehicles on W. Lake between Hennepin and Fremont where I saw several references to "Boogie World", Boogie is Winston Smith's middle name. Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd and Deona Marie was killed when a man drove a vehicle through protesters barricades.
June 2021 — Deona Marie memorial at Lake & Girard. Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the Federal Task Force killing of Winston Smith 10 days prior.
June 2021 — "RIP Winston Smith" written on the side of a business at Lake and Hennepin. Winston Smith was killed by a Federal Task Force on June 3rd.
June 2021 — Protesters in Minneapolis continue to hold space at Lake Street and Girard in Uptown Minneapolis. Protesters have gathered since the June 3rd law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith and the June 13th killing of Deona Marie. Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith.
June 2021 — "No Justice No Street" written on a sidewalk outside "Wince Marie Way" The area in Uptown Minneapolis has been a place of protest since the June 3rd law enforcement killing of Winston Smith and the June 13th killing of Deona Marie. Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith.
June 2021 — Alleys barricaded on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The area has been a place of protest since Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on top of a nearby parking ramp.
June 2021 — A memorial for Winston Smith on top of Seven Points parking ramp. Smith was killed on June 3rd by members of a Federal Task
June 2021 — A memorial garden being built by protesters who have gathered since the June 3rd and June 13th killings of Winston Smith and Deona Marie. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Winston Smith. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.
June 2021 — A memorial for Deona Marie Knajdek. Deona was killed by a man who drove through barricades that were put in place to protect those protesting the June 3rd killing of Winston Smith by law enforcement.
July 2021 — The Winston Smith Memorial at the spot where he was killed by law enforcement.
July 2021 — A "sun dog" at George Floyd Square. Apparently sun dogs are rare in the summer?
July 2021 — Protesters and who the police call "hot rodders" shut down streets in Uptown Minneapolis. Police moved in hours later and the crowd dispersed. Minneapolis Police declared an unlawful assembly but eventually left without making any arrests.
July 2021 — Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.
July 2021 — Minneapolis Police outside what was the Wince Marie Memorial Garden. Private security and police cleared the lot and fencing was put up.July 17, 2021
July 2021 — Signs laying against newly installed barricades outside what was the Winston Smith and Deona Marie Memorials.
July 2021 — The Deona Marie Memorial after it was cleared in the morning by private security contractors.
July 2021 — Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone since June 3rd after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades that were put in place to protect protesters.
July 2021 — Protesters climb the fence outside the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorials. The memorials had been cleared by private security contractors earlier in the morning.
July 2021 — A few candles and flowers remain at the memorial for Deona Knajdek a week after the space was cleared by private security contractors. Knajdek was killed while protesting the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith 10 days prior when a car dove through barricades put in place by protesters.
July 2021 — A sign that reads "Wince Way" behind the newly installed security fencing outside the Lake & Girard parking ramp and Wince Marie Garden.
August 2021 — A memorial for Emmett Till at the Say Their Names Memorial near George Floyd Square.
August 2021 — A memorial for Leneesha Columbus, who was shot and killed on July 5th, 2020 near George Floyd Square.
September 2021 — A vigil is held for Winston Smith who was killed by law enforcement 3 months earlier on this day.
September 2021 — A vigil on the 3 months anniversary of the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith.
September 2021 — Memorial for Dameon “Murphy Ranks” Chambers. Chambers was killed on Juneteenth 2020.
October 2021 — A vigil for Winston Smith who was killed 4 months ago. The vigil at Lake Street and Girard Ave is outside the parking ramp Winston Smith was killed at the top of by law enforcement.
October 2021 — A memorial for Dolal Idd. Idd was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police on the day before New Years Eve after they say he fired at them first while in his car at a Holiday Gas Station.
October 2021 — The Murphy Ranks memorial at George Floyd Square after Minneapolis Public Works made an attempt to clear it.
November 2021 — The Murphy Ranks Memorial on Chicago Avenue inside George Floyd Square.
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December 2021 — The Daunte Wright memorial in Brooklyn Center.
December 2021 — Air freshners hanging at the Daunte Wright Memorial in Brooklyn Center. They signify the item that it's been said he was pulled over for.
December 2021 — Daunte Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square in December 2021.
January 2022 — A memorial for a local activist with "no cops in heaven" painted on the walls.
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.
February 2022 — A memorial for Amir Locke, who was killed by Minneapolis Police during a no-knock warrant execution, is illuminated by numerous tea lights in Downtown Minneapolis. Protesters gathered to demand justice and accountability following the incident. The event highlights ongoing community concerns regarding police conduct and the use of such warrants in urban environments.
February 2022 — A memorial for Amir Locke, who was killed by police on February 2, 2022, is displayed outside the Bolero Flats apartment building in Downtown Minneapolis. The memorial, featuring "Justice for Amir Locke" posters, flowers, balloons, and candles, marks the site where the 22-year-old Black man died during a no-knock warrant execution. Locke's death prompted protests and renewed calls for police reform in Minneapolis.
March 2022 — The George Floyd Square Memorial, located at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis, serves as a site of remembrance and protest following the murder of George Floyd in 2020. The memorial features a "raised fist" sculpture, which is draped with a blanket in honor of Amir Locke, who was killed by Minneapolis Police in February 2022. This space has become a significant community gathering point for discussions on racial justice and police accountability.
April 2022 — A sign reading "Historic George Floyd Memorial" at George Floyd Square.
April 2022 — A memorial for Imez Wright who was fatally shot on March 6, 2021.
April 2022 — The Dameon Chambers (Murphy Ranks) Memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. Chambers was killed on Juneteenth 2020.
May 2022 — A memorial for Leneesha Helen Columbus Memorial who was shot and killed in South Minneapolis in July 2020.
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 — A memorial for Calvin Horton on the 2 year anniversary of his death. He was shot and killed during looting following the May 25th murder of George Floyd.
June 2022 — A memorial for the children who have been killed by gun violence. In May 2021 6-year old Aniya Allen was killed after the vehicle she was riding was caught in crossfire.
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.
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.
March 2023 — The George Floyd Memorial inside George Floyd Square on Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis.
December 2023 — Memorial outside the Oak Grove Grocery in Minneapolis, which remains closed. Lots of photos and letters from friends and neighbors remembering Robert Skafte who was stabbed to death inside the store last week. Today a judge ordered a competency exam for the man charged in the murder.
December 2023 — Memorial outside the Oak Grove Grocery in Minneapolis, which remains closed. Lots of photos and letters from friends and neighbors remembering Robert Skafte who was stabbed to death inside the store last week. Today a judge ordered a competency exam for the man charged in the murder.
April 2024 — The Metro Transit 23 bus returned to George Floyd Square a few weeks ago joining the cars that returned almost 3 years ago. The area was primarily pedestrian only for about a year following Floyd's Chicago Ave murder.
May 2024 — New artwork at the location George Floyd was killed by Derek Chauvin and 3 other Minneapolis Police officers. As seen on the 4th anniversary of his death.
June 2024 — Memorial for Minneapolis officer Jamal Mitchell. Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting on May 30th, 2024 while responding.
June 2024 — Memorial for Minneapolis officer Jamal Mitchell. Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting on May 30th, 2024 while responding.
June 2024 — Memorial for Minneapolis officer Jamal Mitchell. Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting on May 30th, 2024 while responding.
June 2024 — Memorial for Minneapolis officer Jamal Mitchell. Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting on May 30th, 2024 while responding.
July 2024 — Carlos Davis at a memorial in Milwaukee where Samuel Sharpe Jr. was killed by Columbus Police. Milwaukee Police has said 5 Columbus officers, who are in town for the RNC, shot the man after they witnessed an altercation with another man in which Sharpe refused to drop a knife.
July 2024 — A memorial in Milwaukee where Samuel Sharpe Jr. was killed by Columbus Police. Milwaukee Police has said 5 Columbus officers, who are in town for the RNC, shot the man after they witnessed an altercation with another man in which Sharpe refused to drop a knife.
August 2024 — Daunte Wright Memorial at George Floyd Square in August 2024. Wright was killed by Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter in April 2021. Potter was found guilty of 1st and 2nd degree manslaughter and sentenced to 2 years in prison in December 2021.
May 2025 — A mural reading "RIP TRANSTIFA" seen on Lake Street.
May 2025 — George Floyd Square on the 5th anniversary of the murder of George Floyd. The area where Floyd was killed has been a place of protest ever since.
May 2025 — George Floyd Square on the 5th anniversary of the murder of George Floyd. The area where Floyd was killed has been a place of protest ever since.
May 2025 — George Floyd Square on the 5th anniversary of the murder of George Floyd. The area where Floyd was killed has been a place of protest ever since.