Minneapolis

5,178 photos · 2008–2026

5,178 photographs tagged Minneapolis, 2008–2026.

Ambulances at Minneapolis School Shooting — Emergency vehicles, including ambulances and Minneapolis Park Police, are lined up on Garfield Avenue near Annunciation Catholic School on August 27, 2025. The response followed a mass shooting at the school that resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others, fourteen of whom were children. Annunciation Catholic School, established in 1925, serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and is part of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.

FBI at Minneapolis School Shooting — Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Minneapolis Police officers secure the area around Annunciation Catholic Church and School on August 27, 2025. The site was the location of a mass shooting that resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others, fourteen of whom were children.

Mourners hug at a vigil in Minneapolis — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a vigil following a mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church. The event, which occurred earlier in the day, resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others. Speakers at the vigil included the Minnesota Attorney General, the Mayor of Minneapolis, City Council members, and a Congresswoman, addressing the community's grief and the ongoing issue of gun violence.

DJ performs under laser lights at the Green Room in Uptown Minneapolis, with a crowd below. — A DJ at the Green Room in Uptown Minneapolis on August 23, 2025.

Woman walking across Emerson Avenue Bridge spanning the Midtown Greenway in Uptown Minneapolis. — A woman walks across the Emerson Avenue Bridge in Uptown Minneapolis, which spans the Midtown Greenway.

Lake Street pedestrian intersection in Uptown Minneapolis with storefronts and traffic. — Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis as seem from Bde Maka Ska.

Contemporary apartment buildings with orange and brick facades behind a weathered metal fence on West 29th Street in Uptown Minneapolis. — The Inspire Apartments, a contemporary residential building, are situated across the Midtown Greenway on West 29th Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

Metro Transit B Line bus at the intersection of Hennepin and Lagoon Avenues in Uptown Minneapolis. — A Metro Transit B Line bus travels along Hennepin Avenue at its intersection with Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The B Line, launched in March 2022, is a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route designed to provide faster and more reliable public transportation through key corridors of Minneapolis and St. Paul.

People fishing from a shoreline path on Bde Maka Ska, Minneapolis's largest lake, with sailboats moored in the water. — People fishing from the shoreline path on Bde Maka Ska, a lake in Minneapolis. As the largest lake in the city, Bde Maka Ska is a central component of the Chain of Lakes Regional Park system. Its name, meaning "White Earth Lake" in the Dakota language, was officially restored in 2017, reflecting its Indigenous heritage.

Pontchartrain Apartment in Minneapolis with open walkways and exterior staircases. — Pontchartrain Apartment in Minneapolis is a multi-story apartment building with open exterior walkways and staircases. The building’s name recalls the Pontchartrain Hotel in New Orleans and gives the property a distinctive Louisiana-inspired identity.

Little Free Farmstand wooden structure with "take what you need, share what you can" signs offering free produce in South Minneapolis. — A community-operated "Little Free Farmstand" provides free produce in South Minneapolis. Operating on a "take what you need, share what you can" principle, this initiative addresses local food access.

Daymark Apartment Building at 3014 Holmes Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis, illuminated at night. — The Daymark Apartment Building, located at 3014 Holmes Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis, illuminated at night.

Security Guard inside a Minneapolis Walgreens — A security guard inside a Walgreens on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis.

Protest sticker at George Floyd Square depicting Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey as a clown with text criticizing his policies. — A protest sticker depicting Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey as a clown is displayed at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. The sticker, featuring the phrases "Don't Rank Frey" and "We deserve better than this clown," shows public opposition to the mayor, specifically referencing concerns about his policies regarding poverty and the police union.

Customers inside Yummy Bites Coffee Shop Minneapolis — Yummy Bites Coffee, a local cafe, operates on Lake Street in Minneapolis.

Daisys Bar at Lagoon and Hennepin in Uptown Minneapolis, with pedestrians crossing street. — People crossing the street at Lagoon Ave and Hennepin Ave in Uptown Minneapolis.

Uptown Theater marquee in Minneapolis announces Jerry Cantrell on Hennepin Avenue. — Looking down Hennepin Avenue at the Uptown Theater. The theater has Jerry Cantrell coming up.

Nicollet Avenue reconstruction in South Minneapolis with the Minneapolis skyline in the background. — Nicollet Avenue reconstruction in South Minneapolis follows the demolition of the former Kmart store.

Nicollet Ave Construction, Minneapolis — Nicollet Ave road work after the former K-Mart building was demolished. The city is connecting Nicollet Ave back up through Lake Street, shown here in August 2025.

Uptown Pizza on Lake Street in Minneapolis with the LynLake sign overhead. — Uptown Pizza on Lake Street in Minneapolis sits near the LynLake neighborhood sign.

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.

Looking west down Lake Street Uptown Minneapolis — The LA Fitness on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis on July 28, 2025. The gym closed for good in August and continues to be vacant as of May 2026.

Upside down American flag on a rusted van — A van at Loring Greenway and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. An upside down flag flying from the radio antenna.

Framed bird print mounted on tree along Loring Greenway bike path in Minneapolis. — A framed bird print is affixed to a tree along the Loring Greenway bike path in Minneapolis. This urban greenway, established in the 1970s, provides a vital pedestrian and bicycle corridor connecting Loring Park to Nicollet Mall.

Summer thunderstorm clouds gathering over Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis surrounded by residential neighborhoods. — A summer thunderstorm approaches Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis, a significant feature of the city's park system.

Aerial view of Lake of the Isles with downtown Minneapolis skyline under stormy clouds. — A thunderstorm builds over Lake of the Isles, one of Minneapolis's Chain of Lakes. Downtown Minneapolis visible in the background.

Thunderstorm clouds gather above Bde Maka Ska lake with Minneapolis skyline and moored boats visible beneath. — A thunderstorm approaches Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis on July 27, 2025. Bde Maka Ska, meaning 'Lake White Earth' in Dakota, is the largest lake in Minneapolis and a central feature of the city's Chain of Lakes.

Two cyclists ride on Cedar Lake Trail near Bryn Mawr Station during Southwest Light Rail construction in Minneapolis. — Bikers on Cedar Lake Trail near Bryn Mawr Station in Minneapolis on July 25, 2025.

Bryn Mawr Station illuminated at dusk during final construction of the Metro Transit Green Line Extension in Minneapolis. — Bryn Mawr Station in Minneapolis is shown during final construction on the Metro Transit Green Line Extension, also known as the Southwest LRT project. The station includes a center platform, enclosed ticketing areas, and a pedestrian bridge crossing the tracks, with temporary fencing still in place around unfinished sections. The Green Line Extension is being built to extend light rail service from downtown Minneapolis to communities southwest of the city, adding Bryn Mawr as one of the new intermediate stations on the route.

Soccer players compete at Elliot Park in downtown Minneapolis beneath a purple sky colored by Canadian wildfire smoke. — A soccer game takes place at Elliot Park in Downtown Minneapolis under a sky colored by Canadian wildfire smoke. Elliot Park, established in 1883, is one of Minneapolis's oldest parks.

Tattoo shop at night in Minneapolis — Guns N Needles Tattoo Shop in Uptown Minneapolis seen on July 22, 2025.

View of Lyndale Avenue on a July 2025 evening — World Martiual Arts Center and Blood Gorgeous on Lyndale Avenue near W 29th Street in Minneapolis on July 21, 2025.

Protesters carrying signs and flags march through downtown Minneapolis during the Good Trouble Lives On civil rights — Protesters march through Downtown Minneapolis as part of the 'Good Trouble Lives On' national day of action. This protest responds to attacks on civil and human rights, asserting the power of the people. Participants gathered at the Hennepin County Government Center, hearing from speakers including Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, before marching.

Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis holding a "Boycott Target" banner during a national civil rights demonstration on — Protesters march through Downtown Minneapolis as part of the "Good Trouble Lives On" national day of action. This nationwide movement responds to attacks on civil and human rights, asserting that power resides with the people. Participants hold signs advocating for a "National Target Boycott" focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a campaign launch date of February 1, 2025, indicated on a prominent banner. The march, which began after a gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center.

Protesters marching through Downtown Minneapolis pass outdoor dining areas during a Good Trouble civil rights demonstration. — A "Good Trouble Lives On" march proceeds through Downtown Minneapolis, passing outdoor dining establishments. This national day of action was organized to respond to attacks on civil and human rights by the Trump administration, asserting that power resides with the people. Participants gathered at the Hennepin County Government Center, hearing speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan before marching through Downtown Minneapolis.

Crowd gathers at Hennepin County Government Center in Downtown Minneapolis during "Good Trouble" civil rights protest. — A "Good Trouble Lives On" protest convened at the Hennepin County Government Center in Downtown Minneapolis. This national day of action was organized to respond to attacks on civil and human rights. Participants gathered to hear speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. Following the rally, protesters marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Protester wearing message shirt at Downtown Minneapolis immigration rights demonstration. — Protesters gathered in Downtown Minneapolis as part of the nationwide "Good Trouble Lives On" day of action, organized to address attacks on civil and human rights by the Trump administration. The event began at the Hennepin County Government Center with speakers including Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. Following the speeches, participants marched through Downtown Minneapolis to voice their concerns. Messages displayed on protest attire, such as "FUCK ICE" and "CHINGA LA MIGRA," underscored the protest's focus on immigration policies and human rights.

Sunset and Good Trouble Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis — Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Good Trouble protest signs in Downtown Minneapolis — Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Large crowd of protesters with signs marches through downtown Minneapolis during a "Good Trouble" civil rights demonstration. — A protest march, part of the nationwide "Good Trouble Lives On" movement, proceeds through Downtown Minneapolis. The event, organized to respond to attacks on civil and human rights by the Trump administration, began with a gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center. Speakers including Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan addressed the crowd before the march commenced.

Lieutenant Governor and US Senate candidate Peggy Flanagan — Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Trump is a Pedo protest sign in Minneapolis — Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Traitor Trump Has Got To Go protest sign — Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Mutts Yes Musk No Good Trouble Protester in Minneapolis — Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Good Trouble protesters at Government Center — Protesters in Downtown Minneapolis as part of nationwide “Good trouble lives on” protests. Organizers say “Good Trouble Lives On is a national day of action to respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration. Together, we’ll remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.” After gathering at the Hennepin County Government Center listening to speakers such as Toussaint Morrison, Nekima Levy Armstrong, and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan they marched through Downtown Minneapolis.

Nicollet Avenue extension construction near Lake Street in Minneapolis with heavy equipment on a graded former Kmart site. — Construction of the Nicollet Avenue extension continues near Lake Street in Minneapolis.

Cub foods grocery store at night. — A Cub Foods grocery store in Uptown Minneapolis on Lagoon Ave. Seen in July 2025.

Fencing around Kenilworth Tunnel construction in Minneapolis — Construction fencing lines a section of the Midtown Greenway corridor in Minneapolis during work associated with the Southwest Light Rail Transit project. The barriers separate the trail from an active construction area tied to the Kenilworth Tunnel, a grade-separated segment built to carry Green Line Extension trains through the Kenilworth corridor. The Southwest LRT project, now the Green Line Extension, is intended to connect Minneapolis with St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Minnetonka, and Eden Prairie.

Ricky Rubio poster on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis with “Thank you Minneapolis” text. — Ricky Rubio wheat pasting seen on Hennepin Avenue in July 2025. "Before I came, I had heard this was a cold place, but I found some of the warmest people here."

Cannabis dispensary coming soon banner in a vacant storefront window in Uptown Minneapolis. — A Cannabis Dispensary Coming Soon banner in the window of the long vacant Jon English Salon, at 1439 Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Pops Orchestra performs at the Lake Harriet Bandshell during a summer concert. — The Lake Harriet Bandshell sits on the shore of Lake Harriet in Minneapolis, its current turreted structure built in 1986 after a series of earlier pavilions on the site burned down. The Minneapolis Pops Orchestra performs there on July 13, 2025, drawing a crowd with blankets and lawn chairs across the surrounding grass.

Aerial view of Minneapolis residential and commercial buildings with Mississippi River visible through haze from Canadian — Canadian wildfire smoke covered Minneapolis, Minnesota in July 2025, obscuring the urban landscape.

Hennepin Avenue at Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis at night with new bike lanes and street lights. — Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis is shown at night, following a multi-year road construction project. This infrastructure upgrade aimed to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety and connectivity, notably introducing dedicated bike lanes along the thoroughfare.

Former Juut Salon at Hennepin and Lake Street in Minneapolis painted green for a planned dispensary. — New green painting on what is to become a dispensary in the former Juut Salon space at Hennepin and Lake street in Uptown Minneapolis.

Kratom sign in a window in Minneapolis — Store selling Kratom among oither things on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

Hennepin Avenue Bike Lanes in Minneapolis — New bike lanes on Hennepin Ave after years of construction work. Seen in July 2025.

Walker Library in Uptown Minneapolis — Hennepin County Library Walker Library on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Fire fights a fire in South Minneapolis — Minneapolis Fire Department firefighters respond to a residential fire at an apartment building in South Minneapolis late on July 9, 2025.

Cowboy Jack's bar and restaurant on North 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis at night with rooftop crowd and illuminated — Cowboy Jack's, a multi-story bar and restaurant, is located on North 5th Street in Downtown Minneapolis. Known for its cowboy theme and sports bar atmosphere.

Cyclists ride beneath a mural-painted bridge on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — Bikers travel along the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis, passing a vibrant mural painted beneath a bridge. The Midtown Greenway, a former railway corridor, was transformed into a 5.5-mile multi-use path in 2000, serving as a vital transportation and recreational route through the city.

Mural by Cadex and Ethan Herrera depicting cyclists and runners along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A vibrant mural by artists Cadex and Ethan Herrera on a wall along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. Created in 2025, the artwork depicts figures engaged in cycling and running. The Midtown Greenway, a 5.5-mile-long path, was repurposed from an abandoned railway line.

Light rail tracks in Minneapolis during sunset — Downtown Minneapolis during sunset from the Haiwatha LRT trail in July 2025.

Metro Transit light rail train departing Downtown Minneapolis at sunset with skyline in background. — A Metro Transit light rail train departs Downtown Minneapolis at sunset. The Blue Line, the first segment, commenced operations in 2004, followed by the Green Line in 2014.

Two paddleboarders on Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis at sunset with park trees and stone bridge. — Two individuals paddleboard on Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis during sunset. Lake of the Isles is one of five lakes in the Chain of Lakes Regional Park, a significant part of Minneapolis's Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway.

Metro Transit light rail train on N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis at night with brick buildings and storefronts. — A Metro Transit light rail train travels along N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis, a corridor known for its entertainment venues.

The spire at Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church — The spire at the Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church in Loring Park Minneapolis seen at night on July 8, 2025.

Rock Martinez mural honoring Prince with white dove at West 26th Street and Hennepin Avenue, Uptown Minneapolis. — The Rock Martinez mural honoring Prince is located at the corner of West 26th Street and Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The mural was created shortly after his passing in 2016. Reports indicate it was originally planned as a "get well" tribute during an earlier period of his illness.

People and bicycles on shore at Bde Maka Ska Lake during sunset with moored sailboats and Minneapolis skyline. — Bde Maka Ska Lake, located in South Minneapolis, is a prominent natural lake within the city's Chain of Lakes Regional Park system. Originally known by its Dakota name, meaning "White Earth Lake," it was officially restored in 2017 after decades as Lake Calhoun.

Sailboat and people on dock at Bde Maka Ska during sunset in Minneapolis. — A sailboat glides across Bde Maka Ska at sunset, with people gathered on a dock near the Minneapolis Sailing Center. Located in Minneapolis, Bde Maka Ska is the largest lake in the city's Chain of Lakes. The lake's name, meaning 'White Earth Lake' in the Dakota language, was officially restored in 2017, reflecting its Indigenous heritage.

Disco Death Records and Hemp House storefronts on West 26th Street in Minneapolis. — Disco Death Records and Hemp House share a corrugated metal storefront on West 26th Street in Minneapolis. The record store occupies the main entrance, while Hemp House is signed on the adjacent frontage.

Window signs announce "Our Dispensary Coming Soon" for a cannabis cooperative on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — Signs announcing "Our Dispensary Coming Soon" are displayed in the storefront windows of the Hennepin Ave Cannabis Cooperative in Uptown Minneapolis.

Minikahda Club golf course overlooks Bde Maka Ska with Minneapolis skyline beyond. — The Minikahda Club, a private golf club established in 1898, is situated on the western shore of Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis. Its historic clubhouse and golf course provide a prominent recreational and social center overlooking the lake. From this vantage point, the club offers views across Bde Maka Ska to the distant Minneapolis skyline.

The Government Does Not Care sticker in Minneapolis — Sticker reading "The Government does not care. We the people must help each other!" Seen on the Midtown Greenway in June 2025.

A neon sign at Green Room in Uptown Minneapolis advertises a New Band Night music event starting at 7 p.m. — New Band Night sign at Green Room in Uptown Minneapolis advertises a 7 p.m. music event.

Mari's restaurant on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night — Mari's on Lagoon Ave in Uptown Minneapolis. Not sure when this place will open or what it is yet, but the sign's been up since at least April. It formerly was Hammer & Sickle, a Prince themed bar.

Mural painted on uptown parking ramp — The painted Seven Points parking ramp on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

SS Security private security guard in Minneapolis — A security guard with a "SS Security" patch stands outside Rumba Nightclub at Lake Street and Girard Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis on June 22, 2025.

Colorful "Immigrant Power" posters on a shipping container at Chicago Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis. — An art installation of "Immigrant Power" posters covers a shipping container at Chicago Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis, near the Midtown Exchange. Each poster pairs a sugar skull design with a phrase such as "Immigrant Power by Vision," "Immigrant Power by Hope," or "Immigrant Power by Family." The Midtown Exchange building behind it opened in 1928 as a Sears, Roebuck and Co. warehouse and store and was redeveloped into shops, offices, and housing in 2006.

Crowded rooftop bar at KISS in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — The rooftop at KISS Rooftop & Lounge at Lagoon Avenue and Girard Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis on June 21, 2025.

Person riding illuminated motorcycle past Bryant Lake Bowl neon sign on Lake Street, Minneapolis. — Night photo of Bryant Lake Bowl on Lake Street in South Minneapolis.

SoHo Cafe during Hennepin Ave construction — SoHo Cafe on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis during major road construction.

Macintosh-style yard sale sign at 36th and Colfax in Minneapolis. — A yard sale sign inspired by Macintosh seen in South Minneapolis.

Flyer on a utility pole urges calling Governor Walz to veto HF1 and protect immigrants’ healthcare. — A flyer urging people to call Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and demand he veto HF1, a bill repealing MinnesotaCare coverage for undocumented adults. The flyer has bold text reading “CALL WALZ TO TELL HIM: VETO HF1! PROTECT HEALTHCARE FOR IMMIGRANTS!” It states that the Minnesota House and Senate passed the bill and criticizes lawmakers for supporting it.

Uptown Farmers Market sign on chain-link fence with handprint markings on adjacent pavement. — A Uptown Farmers Market sign hangs on a chain-link fence enclosing the market's lot in Uptown Minneapolis, near the intersection of Lake Street and Girard Avenue. Red handprints and chalk lettering mark the sidewalk beside the fence, remnants of a memorial for Winston Smith and Deona Marie, who were killed in separate incidents in the neighborhood in June 2021.

Bike lane and baseball field at Bryant Square Park in South Minneapolis during a youth game. — The Bryant Avenue bike lane and Bryant Square Park.

Beautiful sunset around Cedar Lake in Minneapolis — A spectacular sunset around Cedar Lake yesterday. Although probably made possible by incoming wildfire smoke.

Outdoor movie screening at The Commons park in downtown Minneapolis with audience seated on grass. — The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board hosting a free outdoor movie night under a June full moon. The park sits just across from US Bank Stadium.

Bubble Bobble Arcade Game — A Bubble Bobble arcade game at Up-Down Bar in Minneapolis.

Brass Solidarity musician plays saxophone at The People's Way in George Floyd Square, Minneapolis. — Brass Solidarity, a Minneapolis brass band, performs at The People's Way at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue. The intersection has been known as George Floyd Square since police killed George Floyd in May 2020.

T. rex yard display with a smaller dinosaur figure in South Minneapolis. — A life-size Tyrannosaurus rex yard display stands in South Minneapolis. A smaller dinosaur figure sits on the vehicle beneath it.

George Floyd Square community information sign mounted at Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street in Minneapolis. — George Floyd Square marks the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street in Minneapolis, where George Floyd was murdered by 4 Minneapolis police officers in 2020.

Protesters display anti-Trump banners on a Minneapolis pedestrian bridge over I-394. — Protesters on a pedestrian bridge over I-394 in Minneapolis display banners reading “Trump: Chaos + Cruelty,” “Rule of Law,” and “Due Process.” The signs face rush-hour traffic below.

Lake Street Station in Minneapolis with downtown obscured by wildfire smoke. — Lake Street Station in Minneapolis is part of Metro Transit's Southwest light rail line. Canadian wildfire smoke hangs over the city, reducing the visibility of the downtown skyline beyond the station.

Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis with downtown skyline obscured by wildfire smoke haze. — Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis is bordered by dense tree cover, with the downtown skyline visible through wildfire smoke haze. The haze reduced visibility across the lake and softened the outlines of the city towers.

Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis with downtown obscured by Canadian wildfire smoke. — Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis is lined with businesses and traffic as smoke from Canadian wildfires hazes the downtown skyline. The corridor runs south from downtown through several commercial blocks. Smoke reduced visibility across the central city on June 3, 2025.

Capella Tower in Minneapolis is obscured by smoke from Canadian wildfires. — Capella Tower in downtown Minneapolis is obscured by smoke from Canadian wildfires. The haze hangs over the city along the Midtown Greenway corridor.

Laying flowers at George Floyd Memorial

George Floyd Square Rise and Remember — A couple watching performers at the George Floyd Square main stage.

Rise and Remember on Chicago Avenue

Family members gather at Amir Locke's memorial marker in Say Their Names Cemetery during the fifth anniversary of Floyd's murder. — Family members gather at the Amir Locke memorial marker within Say Their Names Cemetery in Minneapolis. This gathering took place on the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder.

Large crowd gathers at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis during fifth anniversary candlelight vigil. — A candlelight march commemorates the 5th anniversary of George Floyd's murder in Minneapolis. Participants gathered at George Floyd Square, the memorial site at the former intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, before proceeding to Say Their Names Cemetery. This annual event honors George Floyd and other victims of police violence, continuing the calls for justice that arose from the Minneapolis Uprising.

Jeanelle Austin, Executive Director of Rise and Remember, speaks at the 5th annual festival at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. — Jeanelle Austin, Executive Director of Rise and Remember, addresses attendees at the 5th annual Rise and Remember Festival in 2025. The event took place at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, a site transformed into a memorial and community gathering space following the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising. This annual festival commemorates the anniversary of George Floyd's murder, which occurred at this specific location.

Attendees gather at George Floyd Square during the Rise and Remember Festival at sunset in Minneapolis. — The 5th annual Rise and Remember Festival concludes at sunset in George Floyd Square, Minneapolis. This gathering commemorates the 5th anniversary of George Floyd's murder on May 25, 2020, at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue.

Sounds of Blackness performs on stage at George Floyd Square during the Rise and Remember Festival in Minneapolis. — Sounds of Blackness performs at the Rise and Remember Festival 2025, held at George Perry Floyd Square in Minneapolis. This annual festival commemorates the anniversary of George Floyd's murder by Minneapolis police, an event that sparked global protests against racial injustice in 2020. George Perry Floyd Square, located at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, serves as a permanent memorial and a vital community space for remembrance, activism, and cultural events.

Man bowing his head at George Floyd Memorial during fifth anniversary observance at 38th and Chicago in Minneapolis. — A man pays his respects at the George Floyd Memorial in Minneapolis on the fifth anniversary of his murder. Located at George Floyd Square, the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, this site became a community-maintained protest space and memorial following Floyd's murder on May 25, 2020.

Memorial garden with flowers and painted portraits at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis during fifth anniversary observance. — George Floyd Square Memorial in Minneapolis marks the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder. This site, located at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, continues to be a place of protest.

Audience members watch performers on stage at the Rise and Remember Festival in Minneapolis. — Attendees gather at the 5th annual Rise and Remember Festival in Minneapolis, watching a performance by The Sound Of Blackness. This annual event commemorates the anniversary of George Floyd's murder, serving as a platform for community remembrance and calls for justice.

Sounds of Blackness performs on stage at the Rise and Remember festival in George Floyd Square, Minneapolis. — Sounds of Blackness performs at the Rise and Remember festival in George Floyd Square, Minneapolis. This annual festival commemorates the anniversary of George Floyd's murder by Minneapolis police.

Two people embrace during the Rise and Remember event at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. — Marcia Howard and another individual share a moment of solidarity during a performance at the Rise and Remember event in George Floyd Square, Minneapolis. The Rise and Remember event serves as an annual commemoration, bringing together community members to reflect on the past and advocate for ongoing social change.

Woman places a red rose at the George Floyd Memorial in Minneapolis during the fifth anniversary commemoration. — A woman places a flower at the George Floyd Memorial in Minneapolis, observing the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder.

"Murderous Police" sticker affixed to E 38th Street sign at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. — A "Murderous Police" sticker is affixed to an E 38th Street sign in Minneapolis, at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue. This area is widely recognized as George Floyd Square, a significant site of remembrance and ongoing protest following George Floyd's murder on May 25, 2020.

Paris Stevens, cousin of George Floyd, stands at a memorial site in Minneapolis during the fifth anniversary commemoration. — Paris Stevens, cousin of George Floyd, stands at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis during the fifth anniversary commemoration of his murder.

Protest sign at former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct reads "THIS IS NOT Democracy THIS IS NOT Safety!! STOP THE VIOLENCE." — A protest sign reading 'THIS IS NOT Democracy THIS IS NOT Safety!! STOP THE VIOLENCE' is displayed at the former site of the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The Third Precinct building was burned during the protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. This sign was present on the fifth anniversary of Floyd's murder, reflecting continued public sentiment regarding policing and community safety in Minneapolis.

Colorful plywood murals from the 2020 Minneapolis protests displayed at Phelps Park during a fifth anniversary memorial event. — Boards from the Minneapolis Uprising are displayed at Phelps Park in Minneapolis, marking the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder. These artworks originated as protective coverings for businesses during the 2020 protests and civil unrest following Floyd's death. The organization Memorialize The Movement has preserved these boards, recognizing their significance as historical artifacts documenting a significant moment in the city's history.

Visitors view a mural at Phelps Park featuring portraits and the text "We Are the Future They Fought For". — Memorialize The Movement exhibited a collection of protest art boards at Phelps Park in Minneapolis. These boards were originally created by community members and artists to cover storefronts during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising, which followed the murder of George Floyd. The organization preserved these boards and have occasionally displayed them. This public display coincided with the 5th anniversary of George Floyd's murder, forming part of the "Rise and Remember" commemoration events.

Colorful protest boards displayed at Phelps Park in Minneapolis during a memorial exhibition. — Memorialize The Movement presents an exhibition of protest boards at Phelps Park in Minneapolis. These boards originated from storefronts during the Minneapolis Uprising, which followed the murder of George Floyd. Displayed on the fifth anniversary of his death, the artworks and messages on the boards serve as a historical record of community expression and calls for justice.

Memorialize the Movement boards at Phelps Park in Minneapolis during Rise and Remember. — Memorialize the Movement boards are installed at Phelps Park in Minneapolis during Rise and Remember on May 25, 2025. The organization preserves and exhibits plywood murals associated with public responses to the murder of George Floyd. The park is near George Floyd Square, the center of the annual remembrance gathering.

Minneapolis mayoral candidate DeWayne Davis converses with a community member at George Floyd Square during a fifth anniversary of Floyd's murder. — Minneapolis mayoral candidate DeWayne Davis engages with a community member at George Floyd Square. This location, at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis, became a significant memorial site following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. The gathering marks the fifth anniversary of Floyd's death, an event that sparked widespread protests against racial injustice and police brutality.

Angela Harrelson and Paris Stevens speak on stage at the Rise and Remember 2025 event in Minneapolis. — George Floyd's Family at Rise and Remember 2025 in Minneapolis. Angela Harrelson (aunt) speaks alongside Paris Stevens (cousin) of George Floyd at the Rise and Remember 2025 event in Minneapolis. This gathering marked the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder, a tragedy that sparked global protests against racial injustice and police brutality.

"We Remember George Floyd" sign on fencing at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct site. — A sign reading "WE REMEMBER GEORGE FLOYD" is displayed on the fencing surrounding the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct station. This site became a focal point during the protests that followed George Floyd's murder on May 25, 2020, when the building was set ablaze. The sign commemorates the fifth anniversary of Floyd's death.

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