MinneapolisUprising

2,862 photos · 2020–2025

2,862 photographs tagged MinneapolisUprising, 2020–2025.

A Metro Transit bus passes a George Floyd mural at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. — A Metro Transit Route 38G bus passes Unity Foods and a mural of George Floyd at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. George Floyd Square, at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, became a memorial and organizing site after Floyd was murdered by Minneapolis police in May 2020.

A sticker protesting ICE operations is affixed to a street pole in South Minneapolis. — An anti-ICE sticker is affixed to a street pole in South Minneapolis. The printed design combines an image of the Virgin Mary with the text “Hail Mary Full of Grace Kick I.C.E. Out of This Place,” using Catholic prayer language to oppose U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The sticker was photographed near George Floyd Square during a period of visible local resistance to federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis.

Snowy Nicollet Avenue at East 31st Street with Minneapolis downtown skyline in background. — Nicollet Avenue runs north through south Minneapolis toward the downtown skyline, crossing East 31st Street along the way. Snow covers the roadway and boulevard as traffic moves toward downtown, where the IDS Center and Wells Fargo Center stand among the taller buildings.

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

Metro Transit E Line on Hennepin Avenue — A Metro Transit E Line bus passes the Hennepin & 25th Street station on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis during a heavy snowfall.

Illuminated West Lake Street light rail station in Minneapolis during snowfall at dusk. — Really pretty snow tonight in Minneapolis. Here's the new West Lake Street train station, with the orange still continuing to grow on me. I'm not there yet.. but getting closer.

December on the Midtown Greenway — Winter along the Midtown Greenway, the 5.5-mile rail-to-trail corridor that runs through the heart of Minneapolis. The trench and bridge structures visible here date back to the early 20th century, when the Milwaukee Road railroad used this grade-separated route to move freight without disrupting street traffic.

Nico's Tacos in Uptown Minneapolis — Holiday lights up at Nico's Tacos on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

Person jogging under Cedar Lake Trail overpass with new lighting, Minneapolis skyline visible beyond graffitied concrete wall. — The Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis shortly after being reopened with new overhead lighting beneath an overpass. The trail, a major bicycle and pedestrian route into downtown, had been closed for several years during nearby light-rail construction.

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

Railroad crossing sign in front of illuminated Bassett Creek Valley Station during Metro Transit green line extension — A railroad crossing sign stands in front of the new Bassett Creek Valley Station in Minneapolis at dusk. The station is part of the still under construction Metro Transit green line extension that will connect Eden Prairie to Downtown Minneapolis to St. Paul. The new train line is set to open in 2027.

West Lake Street light rail station illuminated at night during Metro Transit Green Line Extension construction in Minneapolis. — West Lake Street Station in Minneapolis on a November evening. The train station is part of the still under construction Metro Transit green line extension that will connect Eden Prairie to Downtown Minneapolis to St. Paul. The new train line is set to open in 2027.

Aurora borealis displays above West 21st Street light rail station under construction in Minneapolis. — A very rare sight as the Northern Lights were visible in the city of Minneapolis in the early evening of November 11, 2025. Shown here above the new West 21st Street light rail train station. The train station is near hidden beach and part of the still under construction Metro Transit green line extension that will connect Eden Prairie to Downtown Minneapolis to St. Paul. The new train line is set to open in 2027.

Downtown Minneapolis skyline at night viewed from Lake Street in Uptown, with illuminated office towers and a gold-lit Art Deco building. — The Minneapolis skyline stands beyond Lake Street in Uptown, about two miles south of downtown. The IDS Center, at 792 feet the tallest building in Minnesota, stands among the towers.

Night photo of car light trails on multiple freeways — The complex interchange of Interstate 94, Hennepin Avenue, and Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis. The photograph is composed from the Hennepin Avenue flyover exit off Interstate 94.

Crowd at a Sexy Nerds dance party inside The Green Room in Uptown Minneapolis, under disco lights — A "Sexy Nerds" dance party is underway at The Green Room, a music venue and nightclub in Uptown Minneapolis.

Attendees play a Sailor Moon arcade game at The Green Room in Uptown Minneapolis. — Club goers play a retro video game inside the Green Room in Uptown Minneapolis in September 2025 during a "Sexy Nerds" event.

Attendees play video games at Sexy Nerds in Uptown Minneapolis. — Video gaming at the Sexy Nerds event at the Green Room in Uptown Minneapolis in September 2025.

Closed bike lanes in Minneapolis — A Minneapolis police squad car occupies the bike lane on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night, its emergency lights activated.

Minnesota Nice Mississippi Smarter billboard — A billboard in Downtown Minneapolis features the message "Minnesota Nice. Mississippi Smarter. Let's Teach Kids to Read!" This public advertisement, sponsored by the Ciresi Walburn Foundation, advocates for improved literacy and educational outcomes across Minnesota. The campaign utilizes data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress to underscore the importance of reading proficiency.

Minneapolis Police Officer At Downtown Shooting — A Minneapolis police officer maintains a perimeter around a crime scene in Downtown Minneapolis following a double shooting on September 26, 2025. The officer looks on as place cards line the street where bullet casings were found on Hennepin Avenue shortly after rush hour.

Patrons read at Walker Library in Uptown Minneapolis. — A man reads inside the Walker Library, located on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The Walker Library is a branch of the Hennepin County Library system, serving the Uptown neighborhood. This intersection has had a library since the early 1900s with the library being rebuilt multiple times.

Spin and Lime Bikes need saving — Shared mobility bikes and scooters from Lime and Spin are seen behind a newly installed fence along the Midtown Greenway path in Minneapolis, beneath the Interstate 35W overpass. This section of the multi-use path, a vital east-west bicycle and pedestrian corridor, was closed while addressing ongoing concerns regarding open drug use that had been prevalent along this segment of the Greenway throughout the summer

Nicollet Avenue getting closer to opening — Reconstruction is underway at the intersection of Nicollet Avenue and West Lake Street in Minneapolis, aiming to restore a vital urban connection. For decades, Nicollet Avenue was interrupted at this point by a K-Mart store, creating a significant barrier to north-south traffic and community cohesion.

Vikings Single Game Tickets Available — US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis features a large digital screen advertising single game tickets for the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming home opener. Completed in 2016, US Bank Stadium serves as the home field for the NFL's Minnesota Vikings. The building replaces the longtime Metrodome which was demolished in 2014. In years prior, the Metrodome roof collapsed after a major snowstorm.

Full Cafe patio during road construction Hennepin — Patrons gather on the very popular outdoor patio of Namaste Cafe on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. This during substantial road construction that has closed Hennepin Avenue for a period of time. Bikes seen locked up to poles in front.

Palmerss Bar Is Closing — A crowd gathers outside Palmer's Bar in Minneapolis's Cedar Riverside neighborhood, marking its second to last night of operation. Palmer's Bar has been a long-standing fixture in the community, known for its live music and local patronage. Reports indicated the final night would conclude with a lock-in until all beverages were consumed, a farewell tradition for the beloved venue.

A protest flyer affixed to a street pole in Minneapolis calls on Mayor Jacob Frey to sell the Roof Depot site to the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute. — A protest flyer, displayed in Minneapolis, calls on residents to contact Mayor Jacob Frey concerning the future of the Roof Depot site. The flyer urges the mayor to sell the property to the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute (EPNI), referencing a $10.2 million offer submitted on June 27th.

Cannabis dispensary coming soon at Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis — A banner announces a forthcoming cannabis dispensary at the prominent corner of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. This building, characterized by its green trim and white facade, previously housed a Juut hair salon and has been vacant for several years.

No Justice No Streets yard sign in September 2025 — A "No Justice No Streets" yard sign is displayed at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, located at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street. This site has served as a continuous place of protest and remembrance since the May 2020 murder of George Floyd.

Colorful cat mural in Minneapolis by Gulsan Osman — A mural by artist Gulsan Osman, featuring a black cat.

Immigrant Power By Vision poster in Minneapolis — Posters promoting "Immigrant Power by Vision" and "Immigrant Power by Culture" are displayed on a shipping container on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The shipping containers are in a vacant lot at the corner of Chicago and Lake where art installations have occurred after buildings were destroyed following the murder of George Floyd.

George Floyd Mural on 38th Street 2025 — The George Floyd mural is displayed on the exterior of Cup Foods at East 38th Street in South Minneapolis. This location, part of what is now known as George Floyd Square, became a focal point for protests following his murder in May 2020.

Skateboarder rides past Lake Street light rail station under construction on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — The new Lake Street Station, part of the Southwest Light Rail Green Line Extension. The train line which has been under construction for almost a decade is set to open in 2027. The orange station shown here serves Lake Street above and the large amount of residential apartments below. Skateboard seen skating down the Midtown Greenway trail.

Daisys Bar and Nightclub on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis at dusk — Daisys Bar at the corner of Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis as the sun sets. This bar, which is only open a few hours a week, takes the place of previous longtime cowboy bar Cowboy Slims.

KISS Lounge and Nightclub on S Girard Ave in Minneapolis at dusk. — KISS Lounge and Nightclub on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis as the sun sets. The nightclubs, which are only open a few hours a week, have arguable contributed to the emptiness of the area in recent years.

Protest banner reading "BAN ASSAULT WEAPONS" hangs from Cleveland Avenue bridge over Interstate 94. — A protest banner advocating for a ban on assault weapons is displayed on the Cleveland Avenue bridge over Interstate 94.

A bicycle displays a "Repeal Conceal" sign at a Minneapolis vigil following a mass shooting at Annunciation School. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

Community members hold candles at a vigil in Lynnhurst Park honoring victims of a shooting at Annunciation School in Minneapolis. — The Minneapolis community gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a vigil following a mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church. This tragic event, which occurred earlier that morning, resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others. Community members convened to mourn the victims and hear from various public officials, including the Minnesota Attorney General, Minneapolis Mayor, City Council Members, and Congresswomen. The vigil at Lynnhurst Park served as a collective expression of grief and a call for action against gun violence in the city.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks at a vigil in Lynnhurst Park following a mass shooting at Annunciation School. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

Large crowd gathers at Lynnhurst Park vigil following mass shooting at Annunciation School in Minneapolis. — Minneapolis residents gathered at Lynnhurst Park for a candlelight vigil following the mass shooting at Annunciation School and Church earlier in the day. Two children were killed and seventeen others were injured in the shooting. Speakers at the vigil included Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and others.

Police and law enforcement vehicles parked outside Annunciation Catholic School in South Minneapolis after a mass shooting on August 27, 2025. — Law enforcement vehicles from multiple agencies, including Minneapolis Police, are parked along the street outside Annunciation Catholic School and Church in South Minneapolis. This extensive response took place on August 27, 2025, following a mass shooting at the school. The tragic event resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen individuals, fourteen of whom were children.

Law enforcement personnel gather outside Annunciation Catholic School in South Minneapolis following a mass shooting on August 27, 2025 — Law enforcement personnel gather at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis on August 27, 2025, following a mass shooting. The incident resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others, fourteen of whom were children. The school, located in South Minneapolis near Garfield Avenue, serves as a community educational institution.

Minneapolis Police and Allina Health ambulance respond at Annunciation Catholic School following a mass shooting on August 27, 2025. — An Allina Health ambulance and Minneapolis Police vehicles present outside Annunciation Catholic School and Church in Minneapolis on August 27, 2025. The incident tragically resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others, with fourteen of the injured also being children.

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.

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.

A sign at Hennepin County Library prohibits tobacco and cannabis use on property. — This sign, displayed at a Hennepin County Library, outlines the institution's policy regarding substance use on its premises. It prohibits the use of tobacco and cannabis anywhere on library property, including commercial tobacco products and various forms of cannabis.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

A "24th PED XING" street sign stands on a Metro Transit rail pole with Minneapolis skyline in the background. — A "24th PED XING" sign is positioned alongside the Metro Transit light rail tracks in South Minneapolis, with the city's downtown buildings silhouetted against the horizon.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Candlelight vigil procession down Chicago Avenue at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis during fifth anniversary commemoration. — A candlelight vigil processes down Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis on the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder. Participants carry candles as they walk away from the site of the murder towards the Say Their Names Cemetery, a memorial space. This annual gathering at George Floyd Square commemorates Floyd's life and the ongoing struggle for racial justice that emerged from the Minneapolis Uprising in 2020. The square, located at the intersection of 38th Street East and Chicago Avenue, serves as a permanent memorial and a site for community remembrance and advocacy.

Participants light candles during a vigil at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis on the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's death. — Candle Lighting at George Floyd Vigil in Minneapolis. Participants light candles at a vigil held in Minneapolis on the 5th anniversary of George Floyd's murder. This event, part of the 'Rise and Remember' commemorations, took place at George Floyd Square.

Large crowd gathers at Say Their Names Cemetery in Minneapolis during a candlelight vigil honoring victims of police violence. — A candlelight vigil was held at Say Their Names Cemetery in Minneapolis on the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder. This memorial was established to honor victims of police violence and racial injustice.

Community members gather at Say Their Names Cemetery during a vigil honoring those lost to police violence in Minneapolis. — A vigil takes place at Say Their Names Cemetery in Minneapolis on the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder. This memorial site, established in the wake of the Minneapolis Uprising, remembers individuals whose lives were lost due to police violence and racial injustice.

Angela Harrelson, George Floyd's aunt, participates in a vigil at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. — Angela Harrelson, George Floyd's aunt and co-chair of Rise and Remember, participates in a vigil at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. The event, part of the "Rise and Remember" commemoration in 2025, marked the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder. George Floyd Square, located at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, became a community-maintained memorial and protest site following his death on May 25, 2020.

Community protest signs hung on barriers surrounding the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building. — The former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct station stands partially destroyed, surrounded by a fence adorned with community messages, in Minneapolis. This structure became a central site during the widespread protests and civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer in May 2020. Five years after the events, the building remains a stark reminder of the Minneapolis Uprising, with banners indicating ongoing development at the site. The messages displayed on the surrounding barriers, including calls to "Remember George Floyd" and "Stop the Violence," reflect the community's continued engagement with themes of justice, safety, and systemic change.

Person seated at George Floyd Square memorial in Minneapolis on the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's death. — A person sits on a memorial bench at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, observing the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder. This site, located at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, has been maintained as a community-led memorial and a continuous space for protest since May 25, 2020.

Yellow roses and remembrance cards cover a George Floyd mural at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. — The George Floyd Square mural in Minneapolis is covered with yellow roses and remembrance cards, marking the 5th anniversary of George Floyd's murder. This site, located at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue where Floyd was killed on May 25, 2020, has since become a permanent memorial and place of protest.

Crowds gather at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis during a fifth anniversary memorial at 38th Street East and Chicago Avenue. — George Floyd Square in Minneapolis hosts a memorial on the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder. This site, located at the intersection of 38th Street East and Chicago Avenue, has served as a continuous place of protest and remembrance since May 25, 2020.

Minnehaha Scoop ice cream shop on Minnehaha Avenue with customers gathered outside under umbrellas at dusk. — People gather outside Minnehaha Scoop, an ice cream shop located on Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis.

The Fist Monument stands at George Floyd Square on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. — The Fist Monument stands at George Floyd Square, located on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. This site marks the location where George Floyd was murdered by Minneapolis police on May 25, 2020, sparking widespread protests and the Minneapolis Uprising.

Revolution in South Minneapolis — Fabric strips spelling 'REVOLUTION' are tied to a chain-link fence in a residential area of South Minneapolis.

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