Minnesota

5,907 photos · 2008–2026

5,907 photographs tagged Minnesota, 2008–2026.

February 5 2025 Protest against Trump and Musk in Minnesota — Hundreds gathered on the steps of the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul on February 5, 2025, as part of the nationwide 50501 Movement — fifty coordinated protests across all fifty states.

Minnesota protests Trump and Elon Musk February 5, 2025 — Protester at the Minnesota State Capitol on February 5, 2025 holding up a sign that reads "We defeated nazis once we can do it again".

Protect Our Democracy Minnesota Protest — Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol on February 5, 2025 to protest actions taken by President Trump and Elon Musk. The protest was part of a nationwide protest said to be held in all 50 states.

Trump Elon Want Poor People Dead — Protest sign reading "Trump and Elon Want Poor People Dead. That Includes You". Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol on February 5, 2025 to protest actions taken by President Trump and Elon Musk. The protest was part of a nationwide protest said to be held in all 50 states.

No one voted for Elon Musk — Protester at the Minnesota State Capitol on February 5, 2025 holding up a sign that reads "Stop the theft of our info!" "Absolutely no one voted for elon musk! None of us!".

Trump and Musk Proesters in Minnesota — Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol on February 5, 2025 to protest actions taken by President Trump and Elon Musk. The protest was part of a nationwide protest said to be held in all 50 states.

50501 Protesters Arrive at MN State Capitol — Protesters arriving at the Minnesota State Capitol on February 5, 2025. They come to protest Project 2025, Donald Trump and Elon Musk.

Rainbow Building at Lake and Hennepin in Minneapolis, lit with rainbow lights during snowfall. — The Rainbow Building stands at the corner of Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. Originally constructed in 1910 by T.B. Walker's Red River Lumber Company, the building reaches its 115th year in 2025. Walker, a notable lumber baron, was also an avid art collector whose gallery eventually led to the establishment of the Walker Art Center.

Black History Month at George Floyd Square — Barricades spelling 'BLACK HISTORY' around the George Floyd Memorial.

Cartons of eggs in a crate by a doorway on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — A box of eggs placed in a doorway on Lake Street in Minneapolis.

People Over Property The Peoples Way at George Floyd Square — The "People Over Property!" sign stands prominently at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, a site transformed into a community space and memorial following the 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis Police.

Opportunity Crossing at 3030 Nicollet Ave — Construction is underway on Opportunity Crossing, a new six-story mixed-use building located at 3030 Nicollet Avenue and East 31st Street in South Minneapolis. This development will provide 110 affordable housing units, addressing a critical community need. The site previously housed a Wells Fargo Bank, which sustained significant damage during the 2020 Minneapolis protests.

Police station clean up efforts underway — Cleanup efforts are underway at the site of the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct station, located at 3000 Minnehaha Avenue. The building was extensively damaged by fire during protests in May 2020, following the murder of George Floyd.

Mobile sauna structure with wood frame and metal chimney at Cedar Lake in Minneapolis. — The Little Ember Co. Mobile Sauna is situated at Cedar Lake in Minneapolis, providing public sauna sessions.

Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis at sunset, a former railroad corridor lined with bare trees and dormant grasses in golden light. — Sunset over the Cedar Lake Trail, a multi-use path in Minneapolis. This trail occupies a former railroad corridor. Opened in the early 1990s, the Cedar Lake Trail was among the first such conversions in the region, transforming disused railway lines into public infrastructure for active transportation and recreation.

Event flyer promoting "Understanding Resistance" from George Floyd Uprising to Al-Aqsa Flood posted at George Floyd Square in — A flyer promoting an event titled 'Understanding Resistance from the George Floyd Uprising to Al-Aqsa Flood' is affixed to a surface at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.

Last Call Party Bar interior in downtown Minneapolis, with tables, signs, and stacked wooden props. — Inside the Last Call Party Bar in downtown Minneapolis.

Target Field Station light rail platform at sunset with illuminated Ford Center building in Minneapolis North Loop. — Target Field Station, a light rail station in Minneapolis’s North Loop, is located adjacent to Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins. In the foreground is the historic Ford Center.

United Crushers graffiti marks boarded windows of a former Target store on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. — United Crushers graffiti on the windows of a former Target store on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

SoHo Cafe Pizzeria storefront with red neon sign on Hennepin Avenue, Uptown Minneapolis. — The SoHo Cafe Pizzeria on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The long time pizza shop has survived the major Hennepin Avenue construction that closed the road in front for a year.

Car displaying "Jesus Christ" religious message at stop sign on snowy Lake Street, Minneapolis at night. — A car on Lake Street in Minneapolis displays a sign in its rear window, reading 'Jesus Christ. Will you vote for him? He died for you. He loves you.'

Jade Dynasty Restaurant & Bar storefront with neon signage on Lake Street in Minneapolis at night. — Jade Dynasty Restaurant & Bar on Lake Street in Minneapolis during a winter night. The business occupies a storefront near Lyndale Avenue that remained vacant and boarded up after the closure of Fuji Ya in 2020.

Bunker's Music Bar & Grill storefront on snowy Washington Avenue in Minneapolis North Loop at dusk. — Bunker’s Music Bar & Grill with snowfall in the Minneapolis North Loop.

Pedestrians and cyclists at Warehouse District Station on snowy Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night. — People waiting at the Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue station for a Metro Transit light rail on January 9, 2025. The stop sits along Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, serving the city’s Warehouse District.

Cortez Landscaping-branded Tesla Cybertruck parked on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — A Tesla Cybertruck wrapped for Cortez Landscaping sits parked on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis, near the Rumba nightclub.

Lake of the Isles Ice Fishing — Icve fishing on Minneapolis's Lake of the Isles, a prominent feature of the city's Chain of Lakes park system.

Person walks a dog on The Mall in Minneapolis on a foggy winter evening. — A person walks a dog along a tree-lined path on The Mall in Minneapolis on a foggy late December evening.

Foggy intersection in Uptown Minneapolis with cars stopped at red lights and pedestrians crossing near the Uptown Theatre. — The intersection of Lagoon Avenue and Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis is seen on a foggy December night. The Uptown Theatre, a historic landmark built in 1926, is visible on the left with its marquee displaying "THANKS FOR A GREAT YEAR!".

Minneapolis Fire Department ladder truck at the intersection of Nicollet Avenue and East Franklin Avenue during evening fog. — A Minneapolis Fire Department ladder truck is visible at the intersection of Nicollet Avenue and East Franklin Avenue on a foggy late December night. The area, known for its vibrant commercial and residential development, is decorated with holiday lights.

Snow covers the Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture at Walker Art Center with downtown Minneapolis skyline behind. — Spoonbridge and Cherry is a sculpture by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, next to the Walker Art Center. Completed in 1988, the spoon and cherry stand over a pond and together measure about 52 feet long. Downtown Minneapolis buildings stand beyond the garden to the east.

Spoonbridge and Cherry in Minneapolis — Spoonbridge and Cherry, a prominent sculpture by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, is situated in the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. Completed in 1988, the artwork is a whimsical representation of a cherry balanced on a giant spoon, inviting interaction and contemplation. The sculpture garden itself, part of the Walker Art Center's grounds, showcases a diverse collection of contemporary art in an outdoor setting.

Minnetonka Police vehicle parked behind chain-link fence at UnitedHealthcare headquarters in Minnetonka, Minnesota. — Minnetonka Police maintain security outside the UnitedHealthcare corporate headquarters in Minnetonka, Minnesota, on December 8, 2024. This measure followed the death of the company's CEO, Brian Thompson, who was killed in New York City on December 4, 2024. Authorities were seeking an unidentified suspect seen on security footage in connection with Thompson's death.

A Minnetonka police SUV parked outside the UnitedHealthcare corporate headquarters entrance in Minnetonka, Minnesota. — Minnetonka Police patrol cars are stationed outside the UnitedHealthcare corporate headquarters in Minnetonka, Minnesota, on December 8, 2024. This security presence followed the December 4th death of Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, who was fatally shot in New York City.

Aerial view of police vehicles parked outside UnitedHealthcare headquarters in Minnetonka, Minnesota. — Minnetonka Police vehicles are parked outside the UnitedHealthcare corporate headquarters in Minnetonka, Minnesota, on December 8, 2024. The presence of police and temporary fencing follows the December 4th death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City.

Aerial view of UnitedHealthcare headquarters in Minnetonka, Minnesota, surrounded by newly installed security fencing and surveillance cameras. — Newly erected fencing and Minnetonka Police security cameras surround the corporate headquarters of UnitedHealthcare in Minnetonka, Minnesota, on December 8, 2024. This security measure was implemented following the December 4th killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City.

Police at UnitedHealthcare HQ, Minnetonka, MN — Police vehicles are stationed outside the UnitedHealthcare corporate headquarters in Minnetonka, Minnesota, on December 8, 2024. This presence follows the December 4th killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. The Minnetonka location serves as a major operational hub for the health insurance provider. The investigation into Thompson's death is ongoing, with authorities seeking to identify a suspect seen on security footage.

Security Cameras at UnitedHealthcare HQ, Minnetonka — Security cameras and temporary fencing are installed outside the UnitedHealthcare headquarters in Minnetonka, Minnesota, on December 8, 2024. This measure was implemented following the December 4th killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. The perpetrator, who was identified on security footage, had not yet been apprehended at the time of this photograph.

Protest barriers with "Black Lives Matter" and "Protect Our People" messages at George Floyd Square, Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street, Minneapolis. — George Floyd Square, located at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street in Minneapolis.

George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis features a colorful mural with his portrait surrounded by candles and flowers at night. — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, November 2024, features birthday candles surrounding a portrait of George Floyd. This memorial is situated at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street, an area that became the site of ongoing protests following Floyd's murder on May 25, 2020.

KFC storefront with illuminated red sign on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — This KFC sits on East Lake Street in Minneapolis, in a building that previously housed a Popeyes. The earlier restaurant was damaged during the unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in 2020, and KFC later moved into the space.

Black stenciled graffiti on the Loring Bike Bridge in Minneapolis reads "No Peace Without Justice. — A stencil on the Loring Bike Bridge that reads "No Peace Without Justice. No Justice Without Return" regarding Palestine.

Black spray-painted graffiti reading "YOU ASKED TO BE MY VICTIM" on the Loring Bike Bridge in Minneapolis. — Graffiti on the Loring Bike Bridge that reads "YOU ASKED TO BE MY VICTIM".

Trump stickers affixed to an electrical box at Blaisdell Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Stickers spelling out "Trump" are affixed to an electrical box at the corner of Blaisdell Avenue and Lake Street in South Minneapolis.

Fencing under I94 in North Loop Minneapolis — New fencing dropped in the North Loop on N 5th Ave and I-94. It's too bad, was a fun spot to watch trains. Could see the Light Rail, Northstar Line and freight trains from under this bridge.

Walkway between fencing under I94 — New fencing dropped in the North Loop on N 5th Ave and I-94. It's too bad, was a fun spot to watch trains. Could see the Light Rail, Northstar Line and freight trains from under this bridge.

New security fencing installed below Interstate 94 in Minneapolis's North Loop neighborhood blocks views of passing trains. — New fencing has been installed below Interstate 94 in Minneapolis's North Loop neighborhood, near the intersection of N 5th Ave and I-94. This area previously offered views of the Light Rail, Northstar Line, and freight trains passing under the bridge. The installation of this security fencing came after removing encampments.

New black metal fencing installed by MNDOT along Interstate 94 beneath a concrete overpass in Minneapolis's North Loop neighborhood. — New fencing has been installed by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) along Interstate 94 in Minneapolis's North Loop neighborhood. This barrier, located near N 5th Avenue, restricts access to an area previously accessible from beneath the bridge. This spot was a popular vantage point for observing freight trains, the Metro Green Line light rail, and the Northstar Line commuter rail.

Concrete barriers and metal fencing surround the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct building site undergoing redevelopment. — Construction fencing and concrete barriers surround the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct building, which is undergoing redevelopment. The precinct was damaged by fire during protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The city plans to transform the site into a "Democracy Center" intended to house election services and community spaces.

Worker removes razor wire barriers from the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct building exterior. — Workers remove razor wire from the exterior of the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct building. The precinct was heavily damaged by fire during protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

A blue sign announces "Cleanup efforts are underway" at the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct building surrounded by concrete barricades and razor wire. — Workers remove razor wire from the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct building, which was damaged during protests following the murder of George Floyd in 2020. The precinct was subsequently fortified with concrete barricades and razor wire.

Parked cars line Harriet Avenue in Minneapolis beneath a canopy of autumn foliage in red, orange, and green. — Harriet Avenue in Minneapolis is lined with trees displaying vibrant autumn foliage in late October.

Paved Midtown Greenway trail lined with autumn foliage in Minneapolis. — The Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis is a 5.5-mile paved multi-use trail built on a former railroad corridor.

Paved pathway lined with trees displaying autumn foliage in red, yellow, and green on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — Colorful leaves on trees on the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis.

Harris Walz campaign signs and handmade protest messages displayed on a chain-link fence in South Minneapolis. — Harris Walz and other political yard signs prior to the 2024 presidential election. As seen in South Minneapolis.

A South Minneapolis yard sign displays portraits of past U.S. — In South Minneapolis, yard signs display a montage of past U.S. presidents, including George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy, and Barack Obama, with the question "Remember when presidents were presidential?".

A Harris Walz campaign yard sign with illustrated portraits stands in a South Minneapolis residential yard among fallen autumn leaves. — A yard sign supporting Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for President is displayed in South Minneapolis. The sign features cartoonish portraits of Harris, who was the Democratic nominee for Vice President, and Walz, the then-incumbent Governor of Minnesota.

Paved Midtown Greenway trail lined with autumn foliage and an orange residential building in Minneapolis. — Fall colors along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. The trail is a 5.5-mile-long multi-use trail built on a former railroad corridor.

A cyclist rides a motorized unicycle along the Midtown Greenway surrounded by autumn foliage in Minneapolis. — A rider on a motorized unicycle travels along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis during fall.

Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building boarded up and fenced behind barriers at dusk in October 2024. — The Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building in October 2024, several years after it was significantly damaged by fire. The precinct was set ablaze by protesters in May 2020 following the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers.

A "No Justice No Streets" protest sign and Harris-Walz campaign yard sign displayed together in a South Minneapolis residential yard. — In South Minneapolis, a "No Justice No Streets" sign stands near a yard sign supporting Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for president. The "No Justice No Streets" slogan emerged from protests following the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis in 2020, which led to the establishment of a protest zone at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue.

Pink planter box painted with a "Recipe for Love" listing ingredients like smile, sharing, and forgiveness in South Minneapolis. — A "Recipe for Love" is painted in blue on a pink planter box in South Minneapolis. The recipe lists ingredients such as "2 scoops of Smile," "3 spoonful of Sharing," and "Loads of Love," with instructions to "mix well & bake for a lifetime."

South Minneapolis residential yard displays political campaign signs including "Stop Project 2025," "Kamala 2024," and "Harris & Walz 2024" alongside Halloween decorations. — Yard signs in South Minneapolis related to the 2024 presidential election and opposition to "Project 2025." The signs include "Kamala 2024" and "Harris & Walz 2024," indicating support for the Biden-Harris ticket and potentially Tim Walz, the current Governor of Minnesota.

Harris-Walz campaign yard sign with American flag and "Look Out For Your Neighbor, Stop Being Weird!" message in South — Yard signs supporting the "Harris Walz 24" ticket are displayed in South Minneapolis. The signs feature a stylized American flag and the slogan "Look Out For Your Neighbor, Stop Being Weird!" This imagery reflects a political campaign's effort to connect with local voters and convey a message of community and shared values during an election cycle. The presence of such signs is a common feature of residential neighborhoods during political campaigns, indicating local support for candidates and their platforms.

Residential yard fence in South Minneapolis displays political signs supporting Harris and Walz alongside social justice — Political yard signs and portraits adorn a fence in South Minneapolis, reflecting the social and political climate leading up to the 2024 Presidential Election.

Campaign yard sign reading "Harris for President" with American flag in South Minneapolis residential yard. — A yard sign supporting Kamala Harris's presidential campaign is displayed in South Minneapolis.

Aerial view of the Minnesota Governor's Residence roof displaying "WALZ FAILED" painted in large letters. — Graffiti reading "WALZ FAILED" is visible on the roof of the Minnesota Governor's Residence in St. Paul. The message appeared while Governor Tim Walz was campaigning for Vice President.

Aerial view of the Minnesota Governor's Residence in St. Paul showing "WALZ FAILED" painted on the roof. — Graffiti reading "WALZ FAILED" is visible on the roof of the Minnesota Governor's Residence in St. Paul. The message appeared while Governor Tim Walz was campaigning for Vice President.

You Vote Here yard sign in Minneapolis — A "You Vote Here" yard sign seen in Minneapolis prior to the 2024 election.

Minneapolis voting sign at Ella Baker School, 1200 W 26th St, on November 5th, directing voters to the polling place. — A "You Vote Here" sign is displayed at Ella Baker School in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on November 5th.

Southside Pride newspaper front page from October 2024 featuring Harris-Walz campaign imagery and Third Precinct coverage. — The October 2024 issue of Southside Pride features a cover story on the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct and a separate article on the "Harris-Walz" ticket. The Third Precinct building was set ablaze by protesters following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Royalston Avenue station platform under construction for the Minneapolis Green Line Extension light rail project. — Construction is underway for the Royalston Avenue/Farmers Market Station, a key component of the Green Line Extension project in Minneapolis.

Political campaign yard signs for Harris-Walz and opposing Project 2025 displayed on a South Minneapolis residential lawn. — Yard signs supporting Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, and opposing "Project 2025," are displayed on a residential lawn in South Minneapolis.

A red yard sign reading "Cats for Kamala" with a cat illustration stands in a South Minneapolis residential yard during the 2024 presidential campaign. — A "Cats for Kamala" yard sign is displayed in South Minneapolis, Minnesota, less than a month before the 2024 Presidential election.

Concertgoers queue outside the State Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. — A line of concertgoers waits outside the historic State Theatre in downtown Minneapolis for a performance by Anne Wilson.

Crowds gather outside First Avenue concert hall in downtown Minneapolis beneath a "Let's Go Lynx" banner supporting the WNBA team. — A crowd gathers outside the First Avenue concert hall in downtown Minneapolis with a "Let's Go Lynx" banner hanging on the side, referring to the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx basketball team.

Three people converse on a downtown Minneapolis street near a Butter Cookies For Days vendor cart. — A street vendor, identified by the "Butter Cookies For Days" sign on their cart, operates in downtown Minneapolis.

Target's flagship store on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis with pedestrians crossing in the plaza. — The Target store on Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis. The store is the flagship store of Target Corporation which has it's headquarters down the road.

A full moon rises behind downtown Minneapolis buildings including the gold-lit IDS Center and purple-accented RBC Plaza. — A supermoon rises behind prominent buildings in downtown Minneapolis, including the IDS Center, which is illuminated in gold, and the RBC Plaza, lit with purple accents.

Light rail track switches under construction at sunset along the METRO Green Line Extension in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. — Construction of the METRO Green Line Extension, also known as the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) project, is underway in St. Louis Park, MN. This expansion aims to connect St. Paul and Eden Prairie, enhancing public transportation options in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The project involves significant infrastructure development, including new tracks, stations, and bridges, to integrate light rail service into the existing transit network.

Pedestrians gather at George Floyd Square at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and 38th Street in Minneapolis. — George Floyd Square at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and 38th Street became a focal point for protests following the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police on May 25, 2020.

Minneapolis downtown skyline with high-rise office and residential towers above autumn trees under clear sky. — Downtown Minneapolis office towers stand above autumn foliage in October 2024. The skyline includes the IDS Center, at 792 feet the tallest building in Minnesota.

Aurora borealis illuminates the sky above Cedar Lake with downtown Minneapolis skyline lights mirrored in the still water below. — The Aurora Borealis is visible above Cedar Lake in Minneapolis. The lights of the downtown Minneapolis skyline are reflected in the water.

A residential home in Minneapolis displays a large inflatable Stay Puft Marshmallow Man figure with Ghostbusters-themed Halloween decorations including an Ecto-1 replica and pumpkins. — A residential property in Minneapolis with elaborate Halloween decorations, featuring prominent figures from the "Ghostbusters" franchise. The display includes a large inflatable Stay Puft Marshmallow Man and a replica of the Ecto-1 vehicle, alongside numerous pumpkins and a Slimer decoration.

A billboard advertising The Abandoned Hayride haunted attraction stands along Interstate 35W with Minneapolis downtown skyline illuminated at dusk. — A digital billboard along Interstate 35W advertises "The Abandoned Hayride," billed as "The Haunted Hayride, Totally Reinvented" and open that night. The attraction is a seasonal Halloween event held each fall in Chaska, Minnesota, about 20 miles southwest of Minneapolis.

Richfield Drive and Bde Maka Ska Parkway — Sunset over Bde Maka Ska from 36th Street.

Bde Maka Ska Pavilion in Minneapolis illuminated at night with signage displaying the Dakota name for the lake. — The Bde Maka Ska Pavilion in Minneapolis, illuminated at night, features signage honoring the lake's Dakota name, "Bdé Óta Othúŋwe," meaning "Many Village Place."

Tall trees with golden autumn foliage mirror in the still water of Cedar Lake in Minneapolis. — Cedar Lake is one of the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes, about 170 acres and 51 feet deep at its deepest. A wooded shoreline of cottonwoods and other hardwoods rings much of the lake, turning gold and orange each October.

Aurora Borealis visible over Minneapolis in October 2024, a rare celestial phenomenon caused by solar wind. — The Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights, was visible over Minneapolis in October 2024. This natural light display is caused by disturbances in the magnetosphere caused by solar wind. While typically seen at higher latitudes, strong solar activity can cause the aurora to be visible further south. The vibrant colors, including green and pink hues, are a result of different gases in the Earth's atmosphere being excited by charged particles from the sun. This event offered residents of Minneapolis a rare opportunity to witness this celestial phenomenon.

West Baptism River winds through coniferous forest in Superior National Forest, Minnesota. — The West Baptism River flows through the Superior National Forest near Isabella, Minnesota. This waterway is part of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, a protected region known for its pristine lakes and rivers. The forest itself is a significant ecological area, supporting diverse wildlife and showcasing the natural beauty of the North Shore region. The river's name is believed to originate from early European explorers or missionaries who may have performed baptisms in its waters.

A gravel road winds through Superior National Forest in Minnesota during autumn, showcasing vibrant fall foliage. — A gravel road winds through the Superior National Forest in northern Minnesota during autumn. This forest, established in 1932, encompasses over 3 million acres and is the largest national forest east of the Mississippi River. It is renowned for its vast wilderness, including the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, and serves as a critical habitat for diverse wildlife. The road provides access for visitors to explore the forest's natural beauty and recreational opportunities, particularly during the fall foliage season.

Sunset clouds in National Forest — Sunset in the Superior National Forest in Northern Minnesota.

Autumn sunset trees in Minnesota — Sunset in the Superior National Forest in Northern Minnesota.

Milky Way galaxy above the treeline of Superior National Forest in Minnesota at night. — The Milky Way galaxy is visible above the treeline of the Superior National Forest in Minnesota, near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). Established in 1964, the BWCAW protects over a million acres of lakes and forests, preserving a pristine natural environment. This region's minimal light pollution makes it an ideal location for astronomical observation, offering unobstructed views of the cosmos. The vast wilderness of the Superior National Forest has been a protected area since 1909, safeguarding its natural character for future generations.

American and Minnesota state flags hang from poles above the Foshay Tower in downtown Minneapolis. — The American and Minnesota state flags fly above the Foshay Tower in Minneapolis, a building completed in 1929 that was the city's first skyscraper.

8th Street Grill Taphouse, Downtown Minneapolis — 8th Street Grill on 8th Street and Marquette Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis.

Dirt road through Superior National Forest lined with autumn foliage in Northern Minnesota. — Superior National Forest covers more than 3 million acres of northeastern Minnesota, making it the largest national forest east of the Mississippi River. The Forest Service manages the land for timber, recreation, and wildlife habitat, with birch and aspen stands turning gold and orange each September alongside stands of red and white pine. Gravel and dirt roads, many built originally for logging access, crisscross the forest and remain open to the public for driving, hiking, and hunting. The forest also contains the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness along its northern edge, one of the most visited wilderness areas in the country.

Cyclist rides past The Local restaurant's outdoor patio on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. — A Thursday evening on Nicollet Mall. Biker passes by The Local restaurant patio at 10th Street.

Beachgoers and a paddleboarder at Hidden Beach on Cedar Lake with Minneapolis downtown skyline rising beyond autumn trees. — Hidden Beach is a beach on the east side of Cedar Lake in Minneapolis, with no lifeguards or city upkeep. Cedar Lake covers about 170 acres and is one of the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes, joined to Lake of the Isles by the Kenilworth Channel.

Illuminated Uptown Theater vertical sign on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis against a twilight sky. — The illuminated Uptown Theater sign stands tall on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis at dusk.

Travel Wisconsin billboard advertising autumn tourism above brick storefronts on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis at dusk. — A "Travel Wisconsin" billboard promoting autumn tourism is displayed on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. The advertisement features the slogan "Here's to putting the awe in autumn" and imagery of people enjoying fall foliage.

Cyclist performs a wheelie on Lake Street in Minneapolis during evening hours. — A cyclist performs a wheelie on Lake Street in Minneapolis.

Multiple cyclists cross the intersection of Lake Street and Bde Maka Ska Drive in Minneapolis at dusk. — Cyclists navigate the intersection of Lake Street and Bde Maka Ska Drive in Minneapolis on the final day of summer 2024.

Southwest Light Rail Transit tunnel construction equipment and barriers visible from the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — Construction is underway on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) project in Minneapolis, as seen from the Midtown Greenway. This extensive infrastructure project aims to connect Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Minnetonka, and Eden Prairie via a new light rail line.

Memorial bench overlooking Cedar Lake in Minneapolis, Minnesota, surrounded by vegetation and trees. — A memorial bench dedicated to Geoffrey Hellman sits along the shore of Cedar Lake in Minneapolis, part of a park program that lets people sponsor a bench for a decade. Its plaque reads, "for my husband Geoffrey Hellman who finds his peace here on the shores of Cedar Lake. Randi." Cedar Lake is one of the city's Chain of Lakes, managed by the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.

Full moon rises above street lamps and patio umbrellas at a rooftop bar in Uptown Minneapolis. — The full moon rises over a rooftop bar in Uptown Minneapolis in September 2024.

Numerous Democratic campaign yard signs for Omar, Walz, Harris, and Klobuchar displayed in Minneapolis DFL office windows. — Yard signs for various Democratic candidates, including Ilhan Omar, Amy Klobuchar, Kamala Harris, and Tim Walz, are displayed in the windows of the Minneapolis DFL office.

Cyclists ride along the Midtown Greenway past a mural-covered underpass in Minneapolis. — Bikers on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, a 5.5-mile-long multi-use trail built on a former railroad corridor.

Red neon BAR sign and blue neon Beckett's sign illuminate Lyndale Avenue at Beckett's Bar in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. — Neon signage for Beckett's Bar illuminates Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. The establishment, which opened in 2024, occupies a space with a history of previous bars, including the Country Bar and Fool Me Once.

Pedestrian bridge spans the Midtown Greenway bike trail at night in Minneapolis with red cyclist lights below. — The Midtown Greenway pedestrian bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is illuminated at night, with red tail lights from cyclists marking the path below. This corridor, originally a railroad line established in the early 20th century, was transformed into a protected bike and pedestrian route in the early 2000s.

The Original Uptown Pizza storefront on Lake Street displays a red awning and neon OPEN sign. — The Original Uptown Pizza, located on Lake Street in Minneapolis, has been serving the community since 1980.

Cyclist riding on a newly constructed protected bike lane along Lake Street in Minneapolis during dusk. — A cyclist rides on a newly constructed bike lane along Lake Street in Minneapolis.

Utility pole labeled "Aluminum Wiring Inside No Scrap Value" to deter copper theft in Minneapolis. — A utility pole in Minneapolis bears a warning label stating "Aluminum Wiring Inside – No Scrap Value."

Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building surrounded by razor wire fencing and concrete barricades on Lake Street. — Razor wire and concrete barricades continue to surround the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building on Lake Street. The station was significantly damaged by fire during protests in May 2020 following the murder of George Floyd.

Public signage on a Minneapolis building announces cleanup efforts are underway for the former police third precinct station. — Signage at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct station, located on Lake Street, announces "Cleanup efforts are underway." This precinct was a focal point during the civil unrest following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, and the building sustained significant damage.

A green and white flyer posted on a pole announces a Civilian Police Accountability Commission petition relaunch event at the former Minneapolis 3rd Precinct. — A flyer announcing the relaunch of a petition for a Civilian Police Accountability Commission (CPAC) is posted on a pole outside the former Minneapolis 3rd Precinct police station at 3000 Minnehaha Avenue. The flyer invites the public to learn more about CPAC, hear from organizers, and sign the petition regarding efforts to reform police oversight.

Vendors grill meat at a Mexican Independence Day celebration on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — On Lake Street in Minneapolis, vendors prepare food for a Mexican Independence Day celebration.

Mexican Independence Day celebration draws crowds and vendors to Lake Street at the I-35W & Lake Street Station in Minneapolis. — Mexican Independence Day celebrations fill Lake Street in Minneapolis. The event features numerous vendors and a stage set up for performances.

Cyclist passes a yellow "Slow Turtle X-ing" sign along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis. — A temporary "Turtle X-ing" sign is placed along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis.

Concertgoers queue outside the Uptown Theater on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis amid street construction barriers. — A line at the Uptown Theater as heavy road construction on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis continues.

Interstate 35W directional sign above Lake Street in Minneapolis with green traffic lights and storefronts below. — A September sunset casts a warm glow on Lake Street in Minneapolis, illuminating the I-35W overpass.

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