MinneapolisUprising

2,862 photos · 2020–2025

2,862 photographs tagged MinneapolisUprising, 2020–2025.

Minneapolis Police Department mounted patrol officers ride horses in formation through downtown Minneapolis. — Minneapolis Police Department's Mounted Patrol unit rides through downtown Minneapolis. The unit is often deployed for crowd control.

Hennepin Avenue road construction site flooded at night in Uptown Minneapolis with neon signage and heavy equipment visible. — Flooded road construction on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis, during the summer of 2020.

A "NAZ REID" banner displayed on a brick building rooftop in Minneapolis's North Loop neighborhood at dusk. — A banner bearing the name "NAZ REID" is displayed atop a brick building in Minneapolis's North Loop. The banner signifies local enthusiasm for the Minnesota Timberwolves and their playoff run.

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

Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building on Minnehaha Avenue with "site cleanup begins spring/summer 2024" banner and protective fencing. — The Minneapolis Police Third Precinct building, located on Minnehaha Avenue, is slated for cleanup and fencing removal in spring/summer 2024. The site has remained largely inactive since the precinct was set ablaze during protests in the summer of 2020, following the murder of George Floyd.

Roxys cabaret shoe in downtown Minneapolis — Roxy's Cabaret, also known as Nicollet Diner, stands in Downtown Minneapolis. This establishment operates as a 24/7 diner.

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

Pedestrians cross Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis with the historic Grain Belt Beer sign visible in the background. — Pedestrians cross Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis. The historic Grain Belt Beer sign, a landmark from the former Grain Belt Brewery (1893-1975), is visible in the background.

A black Porsche Cayman travels on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis with traffic and street infrastructure visible behind it. — A black Porsche Cayman S is positioned on Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis in May 2024.

Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis at dusk with emergency vehicles, chain-link fencing, and downtown skyline illuminated behind. — Nicollet Avenue at dusk, viewed from the former K-Mart site in South Minneapolis.

"Wolves Back" signage displayed on a Minneapolis skyway structure above Hennepl Avenue during the Minnesota Timberwolves playoff season. — Temporary "Wolves Back" signage adorns the Minneapolis skyway system on Hennepin Avenue, signaling support for the Minnesota Timberwolves during a playoff run.

Pedestrians gather outside Sneaky Pete's bar on a Minneapolis street at night with neon signage and a light rail station visible. — The Minneapolis Warehouse District buzzes with activity at night, as patrons gather outside Sneaky Pete's Ultimate Fun Bar + Grill.

Aurora borealis glows above Lake of the Isles Parkway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with illuminated trees and stone balustrade below. — The aurora borealis illuminated the sky above Lake of the Isles Parkway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on May 10, 2024.

The People's Way awning at George Floyd Square displays colorful graffiti art against a deep blue evening sky in Minneapolis. — The People's Way awning at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. Located at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street, George Floyd Square has been a place of protest since the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd.

A red Speedway gas station sign at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis displays "Welcome to George Floyd Square" with a raised fist symbol. — The former Speedway gas station sign at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis displays the message "Welcome to George Floyd Square" alongside a raised fist symbol.

The Southside Battletrain art vehicle with fire effects and performers participates in the MayDay Parade in South Minneapolis. — The Southside Battletrain, an elaborate art vehicle, participates in the annual MayDay Parade in South Minneapolis in 2024. This community event, known for its vibrant artistic expressions and political messaging, traditionally marches down Bloomington Avenue before concluding at Powderhorn Park. The Battletrain, a prominent mobile sculpture, often features pyrotechnics and performers, symbolizing community resilience and creative protest. Organized by In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre since 1975, the MayDay Parade is a long-standing cultural tradition in Minneapolis.

The Southside Battletrain float moves through the 2024 MayDay Parade on Bloomington Avenue in South Minneapolis. — The annual MayDay Parade proceeds through South Minneapolis in 2024, featuring the Southside Battletrain. This community-led procession, a tradition for over 50 years, is organized by In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre and often highlights themes of social justice and environmentalism. Participants, including those on the distinctive Southside Battletrain float, marched along Bloomington Avenue before turning onto 34th Street. The parade culminates at Powderhorn Park, a significant gathering place for the community.

The Southside Battletrain art vehicle with spectators gathered alongside during the MayDay Parade in Minneapolis. — The Southside Battletrain participates in the annual MayDay Parade in South Minneapolis, 2024.

Participants on custom-built bicycles ride during the annual MayDay Parade in South Minneapolis on May 5, 2024. — Participants on custom-built bicycles, identified as part of the Southside Battletrain, proceed during the annual MayDay Parade in South Minneapolis in 2024. This community event, a tradition since 1975, celebrates spring and collective spirit through art and performance. The parade route typically follows Bloomington Avenue, turning onto 34th Street, and concludes at Powderhorn Park.

Orange and red tulips bloom in front of the Loring Park entrance sign in Minneapolis. — Tulips bloom in Loring Park, a prominent urban green space in Minneapolis. Established in 1883, Loring Park is one of the city's oldest parks, designed by landscape architect Horace W.S. Cleveland.

Student protesters occupy an encampment with tents at the University of Minnesota demanding divestment from companies involved in Gaza conflict. — The Palestine solidarity protest encampment at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis on May 1st, 2024. This was the second such encampment at the university, following a previous police clearing and arrests of nine protesters. Students and activists established the encampment to demand the school divest from companies complicit in war crimes and human rights violations. Protesters engaged in discussions with university officials, resulting in an initial agreement reached shortly after 10 PM, and the tents were removed on May 2nd.

Student protest encampment on the University of Minnesota campus at night with tents, signs, and demonstrators gathered in the plaza. — Gaza Protest Encampment at the University of Minnesota, May 1, 2024. The Gaza protest encampment at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis on May 1, 2024, marked the second such protest on campus following an earlier police clearing and arrests. Protesters established the encampment to demand that the university divest from companies implicated in war crimes and human rights violations. On the evening of May 1st, negotiations between student organizers and university officials led to an initial agreement, resulting in the voluntary removal of tents by May 2nd.

Student protesters camp outside Cyrus Northrop Memorial Auditorium at University of Minnesota during May 2024 Gaza divestment encampment. — The Cyrus Northrop Memorial Auditorium at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis served as the backdrop for an anti-war protest encampment on May 1st, 2024. This encampment called for the institution to divest from companies implicated in war crimes and human rights violations related to the conflict in Gaza. Protesters engaged in discussions with school officials, leading to an initial agreement late on May 1st, and the subsequent removal of tents on May 2nd, marking a temporary resolution to the protest.

Anti-war protest encampment at University of Minnesota in Minneapolis with hundreds of demonstrators, tents, and umbrellas gathered at night. — An anti-war protest encampment formed at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis on May 1st, 2024. Students and activists established the encampment to demand that the university divest from companies complicit in war crimes and human rights violations, specifically referencing the conflict in Gaza. This was the second such encampment at the university, following an earlier protest that was cleared by police. On the evening of May 1st, an initial agreement was reached with school officials, leading to the voluntary removal of tents on May 2nd.

Private buses and vans parked outside Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis during a court appearance. — Private buses and vans are parked outside the Hennepin County Government Center in Downtown Minneapolis, where Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan arrived for a court appearance. Londregan faces charges for the killing of Ricky Cobb II during a Minneapolis traffic stop in July of the previous year. His arrival at the courthouse was met with thunderous applause from hundreds of supporters, many of whom traveled in these buses.

Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan stands with supporters inside the Hennepin County Government Center during his trial proceedings. — Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan attended a court proceeding at the Hennepin County Government Center in Downtown Minneapolis. He is accused of the killing of Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop in July 2023. His arrival was met with a large gathering of supporters, many of whom arrived in private buses and vans, underscoring the public attention surrounding the trial.

Supporters wearing maroon shirts gather inside the Hennepin County Government Center for a court hearing regarding Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan. — Supporters of Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan gather at the Hennepin County Government Center in Downtown Minneapolis. They are present for a court hearing concerning Londregan, who is accused of killing Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop in July. Many attendees wear shirts expressing solidarity with the State Trooper.

US Bank Stadium with 311 Billboard — US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis displays the announcement of quarterback J.J. McCarthy as the Minnesota Vikings' 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Completed in 2016, this multi-purpose stadium serves as the home field for the Minnesota Vikings, replacing the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome.

Minnesota Vikings Round 1 draft pick — US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis displays the announcement of J.J. McCarthy as the 10th overall pick in the NFL Draft. The Minnesota Vikings selected the Michigan quarterback, a significant moment for the franchise. Opened in 2016, US Bank Stadium serves as the home field for the Vikings and a prominent venue for major events in the city.

Multilingual welcome mural with greetings in multiple languages illuminated at Cedar-Riverside LRT station in Minneapolis. — A multi-language welcome mural brightens a wall at the Cedar Riverside LRT station in South Minneapolis. The mural features greetings in languages including Hmong, Somali, Arabic, and Spanish.

Lake Street Market storefront in Minneapolis with neon signage and protective barriers at night. — Lake Street Market is a neighborhood grocery store at 201 W. Lake Street in Minneapolis. Its windows were boarded up in 2020 after the unrest following George Floyd's killing, then later covered with tributes to Daunte Wright after his death at the hands of police in April 2021. The boards have since come down, opening the storefront back up to the street.

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

Bruininks Hall in Minneapolis at night — Bruininks Hall at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis is prominently featured against the city's night skyline. Completed in 2014, this academic building serves as a central hub for student services and classrooms on the East Bank campus, near the Dinkytown neighborhood.

Storm clouds and Loring Pond — The downtown Minneapolis skyline rises beyond Loring Park, a significant urban green space established in the late 19th century. From Loring Pond, the city's commercial core is visible, featuring prominent structures like the IDS Center and Capella Tower, which represent a blend of modern glass high-rises and historic brick architecture. As one of Minneapolis's oldest parks, Loring Park provides a natural respite for residents and visitors.

University of Minnesota Police Department officers and vehicles stationed outside Coffman Memorial Union during a pro-Palestine protest on campus. — University of Minnesota Police Department officers and vehicles are stationed outside Coffman Memorial Union on the Minneapolis campus. Their presense came during pro-Palestine protest and camps.

Handwritten flyer on a utility pole alleging deaths at Riverside Plaza Apartments in Minneapolis. — A flyer titled "Killers at Riverside Plaza Apartments" is affixed to a utility pole on Lake Street in South Minneapolis. The handwritten message alleges "159 deaths" over "2-3 years" at the Riverside Plaza Apartments, stating that "130 of them overdoses" and "60 of the overdoses were Native people," further claiming these deaths "happened on purpose."

Road reconstruction barriers block Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis during infrastructure work. — Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis is undergoing a major road reconstruction project. This infrastructure upgrade involves excavating the existing roadway to integrate new dedicated bike and transit lanes.

Protest flyer affixed to a utility pole reading "No New Third" with demands for police abolition and reference to George Floyd. — A protest flyer affixed to a pole in Minneapolis advocates against the rebuilding of the city's Third Police Precinct. The original Third Precinct station was destroyed by fire during the widespread protests in May 2020 following the murder of George Floyd. This flyer, bearing the message 'No New Third' and 'We Demand Abolition,' reflects ongoing community opposition to the reconstruction.

Long line at Pourhouse nightclub in Minneapolis — A crowd gathers outside The Pourhouse nightclub on S 5th Street in Downtown Minneapolis. This gathering occurred on a busy night for the city's nightlife, following concerts by Fall Out Boy at the Target Center and Chris Stapleton at US Bank Stadium.

Big crowds waiting for Downtown Minneapolis trains — Crowds gather at the Warehouse District/Hennepin Light Rail Transit (LRT) station in Downtown Minneapolis on the evening of April 6.

Orange Dodge Challenger parked outside the I-35W/Lake Street Transit Station in Minneapolis at night. — The I-35W/Lake Street Transit Station in Minneapolis is depicted at night, with a security vehicle parked prominently outside.

Pedestrians walk past the illuminated Karmel Mall storefront on Lake Street in Minneapolis at night. — Karmel Mall is a Somali shopping center on Lake Street in Minneapolis, often described as the first and largest of its kind in the United States. It houses rows of small vendor stalls selling clothing, food, and other goods geared toward the local Somali community.

Last Call Bar Entrance at Dusk on N 5th Street

Metro Transit Route 23 bus and Minneapolis Police squad car at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street in George Floyd Square at night. — A Metro Transit Route 23 bus and a Minneapolis Police squad car at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street, known as George Floyd Square, at night.

Nicollet Mall during blue hour — The Wells Fargo Center, illuminated in gold, rises above Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis at night.

Pedicab outside concert club in Minneapolis — A pedicab travels along N 7th Street in downtown Minneapolis, passing the prominent First Avenue concert venue and The Depot Tavern. First Avenue, known for its star-studded facade, opened in 1970 as a music club within a building that originally functioned as a Greyhound bus depot starting in 1937.

Minneapolis Downtown Skyline from 35W in April 2024 — The Minneapolis downtown skyline is seen from Interstate 35W at dusk in April 2024. Interstate 35W functions as a critical north-south transportation artery, connecting the city's core with its surrounding metropolitan area and facilitating regional travel.

Minneapolis skyline from I35W in April 2024 — The Downtown Minneapolis skyline rises above Interstate 35W, a vital north-south freeway corridor, as seen in April 2024.

Minneapolis Police Department patrol vehicles stationed on a downtown street and sidewalk during evening hours. — Minneapolis Police Department patrol vehicles are stationed in Downtown Minneapolis. One squad car is positioned on the sidewalk, while another is on the adjacent street.

Join the communists flyer — A flyer from the "Revolutionary Communists of America" is posted in Minneapolis, advertising a rally and march scheduled for Saturday, April 6th, 2024.

Campaign flyer for Claudia De La Cruz and Karina Garcia's 2024 presidential campaign promotes socialist platform in Minneapolis. — This flyer promotes the 2024 presidential campaign of Claudia De La Cruz and Karina Garcia, candidates for the Party for Socialism and Liberation, in Minneapolis. The campaign material prominently features the slogan "END CAPITALISM BEFORE IT ENDS US!" and outlines "OUR SOCIALIST PLATFORM."

Former Whiskey Junction bar on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis displays a yellow patch where its Jack Daniels mural was removed. — The former Whiskey Junction bar on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis is visible at night, featuring a prominent yellow patch where its long-standing Jack Daniels mural was recently removed. This establishment, a known concert venue and nightclub in the Cedar Riverside neighborhood, ceased operations in 2017. Months later, the property was acquired by The Joint Bar, located adjacent to it.

The Epoch Times billboard illuminates atop a brick building at Lake Street and South 2nd Avenue in Minneapolis, with Gaza protest banners on the facade below. — An illuminated billboard for The Epoch Times newspaper stands atop a commercial building at the corner of Lake Street and South 2nd Avenue in Minneapolis. The building's facade also displays large protest banners calling to "Stop the genocide in Gaza."

Close-up of the William's Pub sign on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — The neon sign for William's Pub, a long-standing establishment in Uptown Minneapolis, is visible on Hennepin Avenue. The bar ceased operations in 2022, leaving the premises vacant.

Bassett Creek Valley Light Rail Transit station illuminated at dusk during final construction in Minneapolis. — The Bassett Creek Valley Light Rail Transit (LRT) Station in Minneapolis, photographed in March 2024, is part of the Southwest LRT Green Line Extension project.

Illuminated horseshoe sign for Daisy’s Bar & Rooftop on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — The illuminated sign for Daisy's Bar & Rooftop, shaped like a horseshoe, stands prominently on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis.

Snow removal trucks work on Interstate 394 in downtown Minneapolis at night — Snow removal operations are underway on Interstate 394 near downtown Minneapolis. Crews from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) work through the night to clear accumulated snow.

The Green Room live music venue glows with neon signage on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — The Green Room, a prominent live music venue, is situated on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

4th St Saloon bar in the snow — The 4th St Saloon, a long-standing bar on West Broadway in North Minneapolis, is shown shortly before its permanent closure after 37 years of operation.

Cars on the interstate and downtown Minneapoplis skyline — Downtown Minneapolis, viewed from Interstate 35W in South Minneapolis in March 2024.

Century Plaza building undergoes renovation to house the Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station in downtown Minneapolis. — The Century Plaza building in Downtown Minneapolis is undergoing renovation to house the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station.

Century Plaza building under renovation for Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station in downtown Minneapolis skyline. — Century Plaza in Downtown Minneapolis is undergoing renovation to become the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station.

The Century Plaza building on South 12th Street in downtown Minneapolis undergoes renovation for the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct. — The Century Plaza building on S 12th Street in Downtown Minneapolis is undergoing renovation. This structure is being adapted to serve as the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct police station.

Pedestrians and cyclists walk and ride across the Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis with historic brick buildings behind. — Pedestrians and cyclists traverse the Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis during March 2024. Constructed in 1883 by railroad magnate James J. Hill, this historic structure was originally built for the Great Northern Railway and remains the only stone arch bridge spanning the Mississippi River.

TRIP Outreach workers engage with riders on the platform at Warehouse District/Hennepin Station in downtown Minneapolis. — TRIP Outreach workers engage with riders at the Warehouse District/Hennepin Station, a key Light Rail Transit (LRT) stop in downtown Minneapolis. TRIP Outreach workers on the platform.

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

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

Transit Service Intervention Project outreach workers in safety vests stand on a downtown Minneapolis light rail platform. — Transit Service Intervention Project (TSIP) outreach workers are stationed on a light rail platform in Downtown Minneapolis. The TSIP program, which includes "Violence Interrupters," operates within the Metro Transit system to enhance public safety and de-escalate conflicts.

Anti-War Committee billboard reading "End U.S. Aid To Israel" stands on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — A billboard sponsored by the Anti-War Committee stands prominently on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. It displays the message "END U.S. AID TO ISRAEL!" accompanied by an image of a hand making a peace sign against a Palestinian flag.

Fans queue outside The Depot Tavern on 7th Street in Minneapolis before a performance by The Snuts. — Fans gather outside the 7th St Entry in downtown Minneapolis on March 10, 2024, awaiting a performance by The Snuts.

The Breakfast Club restaurant displays a pop-art style "Now Open" sign on its storefront at 1300 Lagoon Avenue in Minneapolis. — The Breakfast Club restaurant, situated at 1300 Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis, is a recently established eatery serving breakfast and lunch.

Tom's Watch Bar storefront on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis illuminated at night during Big Ten Tournament. — Tom's Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis draws large crowds during the Big Ten Tournaments.

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

"Are you a Communist? Then Get Organized!" flyer posted on an electrical box on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — A "Are you a Communist? Then Get Organized!" flyer, produced by Socialist Revolution, is affixed to an electrical box on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

The Gay 90's nightclub entrance on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis displays signage and storefront branding. — The exterior of the Gay 90's nightclub stands on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. This establishment has operated as a prominent LGBTQ+ nightclub and entertainment venue for decades.

Northstar Line commuter train crosses a railway bridge spanning the Mississippi River in Minneapolis during early evening light. — The Northstar Line commuter train crosses a railway bridge over the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, as observed in March 2024. The Northstar Line began service in 2009, utilizing existing freight rail corridors and new infrastructure.

The 10th Avenue Bridge illuminated in blue and the I-35W Bridge lit in red span the Mississippi River at dusk in Minneapolis. — The 10th Avenue Bridge and the I-35W Bridge span the Mississippi River near downtown Minneapolis at sunset in March 2024.

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Minneapolis's oldest continuously used church, stands on Main Street with its distinctive Gothic Revival spire. — Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, situated on Main Street in Minneapolis, is the city's oldest continuously used church building. Consecrated in 1857, this Gothic Revival structure features a prominent spire and stone facade.

The vintage Grain Belt Beer sign illuminates at dusk on Nicollet Island with Minneapolis skyline and Hennepin Avenue Bridge behind. — The Grain Belt Beer sign, a historic Minneapolis landmark, stands on Nicollet Island overlooking the Mississippi River. Originally installed in 1941, this illuminated sign once advertised the nearby Grain Belt Brewery, which operated in Northeast Minneapolis. In the background, the Hennepin Avenue Bridge, the first bridge to cross the Mississippi River at Minneapolis, connects downtown with the city's northeast side.

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

Miller Lite advertisement on Lyndale Avenue promoting free Metro Transit rides for St. Patrick's Day celebrations in Minneapolis. — A sign on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis advertises free rides on Metro Transit for St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Sponsored by Miller Lite, this public service initiative offered complimentary transportation on all Metro Transit routes from 6 p.m. through the end of service on Saturday, March 16.

Very colorful red orange and yellow sunset on trail — The Midtown Greenway, a 5.5-mile-long rail-with-trail corridor, traverses south Minneapolis, providing a dedicated path for cyclists and pedestrians. Developed from a former railway corridor, primarily the Milwaukee Road's Short Line, it officially opened as a multi-use path in 2000.

Bryant Lake Bowl neon sign glows red on Lake Street in Minneapolis at sunset, with Pabst Blue Ribbon sign visible above. — Bryant Lake Bowl is a bar, restaurant, and theater at 810 West Lake Street in the Lyn-Lake area of Minneapolis. It opened in 1993 in a building that once housed a bowling alley, and it kept the Bryant-Lake Bowl name along with its six-lane bowling alley.

Students for Socialist Revolution Flyer — A flyer from "Students for Socialist Revolution" advertises Spring 2024 events at the University of Minnesota. Found in March 2024, the flyer lists three events scheduled for February, March, and April, all to be held in Blegen Hall Room 120 on the university's Minneapolis campus.

Hells Kitchen sign downtown — The illuminated sign for Hell's Kitchen restaurant stands on South 9th Street in downtown Minneapolis.

Taco Taxi food truck vendor serves customers on East Lake Street in Minneapolis at night. — Taco Taxi is a food truck on East Lake Street in South Minneapolis, with additional locations in Uptown and on Lake Street in St. Paul. Customers order tacos, burritos, and quesadillas through its service window.

Minneapolis Police squad cars parked on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Minneapolis Police squad cars are positioned on Hennepin Avenue bike lanes near S 8th Street in Downtown Minneapolis on the night of March 1, 2024.

8th St Grill in Downtown Minneapolis — The 8th St Grill, a restaurant and bar at the corner of 8th Street and Marquette Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis. In the background, the Foshay Tower rises, a prominent architectural landmark completed in 1929. Designed by architect Wilbur Foshay, this skyscraper was inspired by the Washington Monument and served as a symbol of early 20th-century ambition.

Police car parked outside Target headquarters on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Minneapolis police officers are visible inside the flagship Target store on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis at night.

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen drive-thru at night on Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis. — The Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen drive-thru on Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis operates from a newly constructed building. This structure replaces the previous fast-food establishment that was burned during protests in May 2020, following the murder of George Floyd.

Protest signs reading "Pledge to Resist the Genocide," "Cease Fire Now," and "Practice Healing Justice" hang on a fence at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. — Protest signs advocating for a ceasefire and social justice hang on a fence at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. This site, located at Lake Street and Minnehaha Avenue, was abandoned after being burned in May 2020 following the murder of George Floyd. Since then, the precinct has remained untouched.

Pedestrians and vehicles gather outside the illuminated Orpheum Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Patrons gather outside the Orpheum Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis in March 2024. Opened in 1921 as a vaudeville house, the Orpheum Theatre is a significant part of Minneapolis's historic Hennepin Avenue theater district.

Discarded utility poles and construction materials fill a vacant lot on 14th Avenue South in Minneapolis, with residential houses visible beyond a chain-link fence. — Discarded utility poles and other materials fill a vacant lot on 14th Avenue South in Minneapolis. This site was previously occupied by Camp Nenookaasi, a significant homeless encampment, during the summer of 2022. In recent months, the City of Minneapolis Public Works has strategically placed these materials in vacant lots across the city.

A protest flyer parodying a Target advertisement opposes the new Minneapolis Police Third Precinct opening at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis. — Flyers protesting the construction of a new Minneapolis Police Third Precinct are displayed near the former precinct site on Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis. One flyer, designed to resemble a Target advertisement, sarcastically invites the public to "Celebrate the opening of the NEW Police Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Ave." and depicts a shopping basket containing items like charcoal and bolt cutters. A smaller accompanying flyer explicitly states "NO NEW THIRD PRECINCT!" and includes a QR code for more information.

Protest flyers affixed to concrete opposing Minneapolis Police Third Precinct reconstruction at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. — A protest flyer is affixed to a concrete structure near the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct in South Minneapolis. The flyer, reading "Someday, wildflowers will grow from the ruins of all police precincts," expresses a radical sentiment regarding policing. Another smaller flyer with a QR code explicitly states "NO NEW THIRD PRECINCT!" and directs to information, reflecting ongoing community opposition to rebuilding the facility at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. The original Third Precinct building was destroyed during the Minneapolis Uprising in May 2020, making the site a focal point for discussions about police presence and community safety.

A colorful protest flyer reading "Southside Strong No New Precinct!" is taped to a pole along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A protest flyer advocating "Southside Strong No New Precinct!" is affixed to a pole along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, photographed in February 2024. This flyer, featuring a vibrant artistic design and a QR code for more information, expresses community opposition to the rebuilding or relocation of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The original 3rd Precinct building was destroyed during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising following the murder of George Floyd.

A protest flyer featuring Snoopy with text "Well do it again" and "No new precinct" affixed along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A protest flyer featuring the character Snoopy, accompanied by the phrase "No New Precinct" and "We'll do it again," is affixed to a surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. This flyer expresses opposition to the proposed rebuilding of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The original 3rd Precinct building was destroyed by protesters on May 28, 2020, following the murder of George Floyd.

The former Sheraton Hotel building in Midtown Minneapolis undergoes interior renovation work. — Interior painting is underway at the former Sheraton Hotel near the Midtown Exchange building in Midtown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Skyscraper seen from South — The downtown Minneapolis skyline, featuring prominent structures such as the IDS Center and Capella Tower, is illuminated at night, as viewed from the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in February 2024. Completed in 1972, the IDS Center was the tallest building in Minneapolis for decades, serving as a key commercial hub. The Capella Tower, finished in 1992, further defines the city's financial district. The Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, opened in 2007, is a pedestrian and bicycle bridge that forms a crucial link in the Midtown Greenway, an important urban trail system.

A protest flyer taped to a purple surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis opposes rebuilding the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. — A flyer is affixed to a surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, advocating against the reconstruction of the Minneapolis Police Department's 3rd Precinct. The flyer reads "MPD 3rd Precinct 1984 - 2020 Still Burning In Hell No New 3rd Precinct." This message refers to the original 3rd Precinct building, which was burned by protesters on May 28, 2020, during the Minneapolis Uprising following the murder of George Floyd.

A protest flyer on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge opposes the new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. — A protest flyer is affixed to the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in South Minneapolis, part of the Midtown Greenway. This radical art expresses opposition to the planned replacement of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The new "community safety center" at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue is located approximately a quarter mile from the bridge. This facility replaces the original precinct building, which was burned during the Minneapolis Uprising in May 2020. The city anticipates the new building will open in the first quarter of 2025, nearly five years after the original structure's destruction.

Protest flyer with warning symbol affixed to bridge informational sign opposing Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct construction. — A protest flyer is affixed to an informational sign on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in South Minneapolis, a structure that carries the Midtown Greenway over Hiawatha Avenue. The flyer expresses community opposition to the proposed construction of a new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue South. This facility is intended to replace the original 3rd Precinct building, which was destroyed during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising. In February 2024, the city signed a purchase agreement for the new site, with an anticipated opening in early 2025, five years after the original precinct was burned.

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

A couple walk in front of luminaries with city skyline — Participants gather for the Luminary Loppet around Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis during February 2024. Due to unseasonably warm weather, the annual winter event was held off the ice, a departure from its traditional setup.

Aerial view of Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis at night with illuminated luminaries lining the parkway pathways around the dark water. — The Luminary Loppet, an annual winter festival, took place around Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis in February 2024. Due to unseasonably warm weather, the event's traditional route across the frozen lake was relocated to the surrounding parkways, where participants walked among thousands of luminaries.

Luminary Loppet “City of Lakes” Bag With Minneapolis Skyline Beyond

Shuttered Ebenezer Care Center — The Ebenezer Care Center, a facility located at 2545 in South Minneapolis, is shown with its windows and entrances secured by boards.

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

Prospect Park Metro Transit Train Station — The Prospect Park light rail station in Minneapolis serves the Prospect Park neighborhood, providing public transit access along the Metro Transit Green Line. Opened in 2014, the Green Line connects downtown Minneapolis with downtown Saint Paul.

Uptown Theater on Hennepin Ave in Minneapolis on a rainy night — The Uptown Theater on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis is illuminated on a rainy night in January 2024, following recent renovations. Originally opened in 1939, this historic cinema has long been a prominent cultural landmark in the neighborhood.

Foggy night with cars parked on side of road in Minneapolis — A foggy January night in 2024 illuminates North 1st Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Police squads outside the precinct — Minneapolis Police Department squad cars are parked outside the 1st Precinct station in downtown Minneapolis.

Black Violin, Baby Shark, Randy Rainbow on marquee — The illuminated marquee of the historic State Theatre stands on Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis. Opened in 1921, the State Theatre is a significant performing arts venue, originally designed as a movie palace and vaudeville house.

RBC Gateway on a rainy foggy night in Minneapolis — The RBC Gateway tower rises above N 4th Street in downtown Minneapolis on a rainy night in January 2024. Completed in 2022, this 37-story skyscraper serves as a prominent mixed-use development, housing offices for RBC Wealth Management and other businesses, alongside residential units.

Epoch Times billboard on Central Ave Minneapolis — An illuminated billboard for The Epoch Times stands along Central Avenue in Northeast Minneapolis.

US Bank Stadium and Mill City Museum neon signs — The Washburn A Mill, once the world's largest flour mill, stands illuminated along the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. This historic structure now houses the Mill City Museum, which interprets the city's industrial past as a global flour milling center. In the background, the contemporary architecture of US Bank Stadium signifies Minneapolis's modern urban landscape.

Bridge with holiday lights at night — The Hennepin Avenue Bridge, illuminated at night, connects downtown Minneapolis with Nicollet Island. In the foreground, the Merriam Street Bridge, dating to 1887, incorporates a decorative truss span that was relocated from the former Broadway Avenue Bridge in 1987.

Ceasefire Now flyer in Minneapolis — A “Ceasefire Now” and “Free Palestine” flyer is posted on a street pole in Minneapolis. The printed design includes flowers, moths, birds, and clouds around the text “Until we are all free, none of us are free,” with the attribution “Emma Lazarus” along the edge of the central circle.

Uptown Theater marquee in Minneapolis advertising Motion City Soundtrack and Happy Holidays — The illuminated marquee of the Uptown Theater in Uptown Minneapolis announces a Motion City Soundtrack performance on December 31, alongside a "Happy Holidays" message. Located at the corner of Lagoon and Hennepin Avenue, this historic cinema is a prominent architectural feature of the neighborhood.

Robert Skafte Memorial in Minneapolis — A memorial for Robert Skafte stands outside Oak Grove Grocery in the Loring Park area of Minneapolis.

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