Vivid northern lights over the West 21st Street train station in Minneapolis.
Visible Northern Lights in Minneapolis Metro
Northern lights visible over a walking path in South Minneapolis. Seen around Bde Maka Ska.
Bde Maka Ska and Northern Lights
Downtown Minneapolis seen below the Northern Lights at Bde Maka Ska.
Bde Maka Ska Pavilion at Night — Minneapolis, Minnesota
The modern pavilion at Bde Maka Ska glows softly under evening light, its signage prominently honoring the lake’s Dakota name — “Bdé Óta Othúŋwe,” meaning “Many Village Place.” This site, located in southwest Minneapolis, holds deep historical and cultural significance as part of Dakota homeland, long before it was renamed “Lake Calhoun” in the 19th century. After years of advocacy by Indigenous groups and community leaders, the lake officially reclaimed its Dakota name in 2018, marking a shift toward recognizing Minnesota’s original peoples and languages. The illuminated pavilion stands today as both a gathering space and a statement of cultural restoration, blending modern urban design with respect for ancestral land and history.
Northern Lights visible in Minneapolis October 2024
Visible northern lights in Minneapolis in October 2024.
Lake of the Isles Northern Lights 2024
The northern lights appear above Minneapolis on May 10, 2024
Minnesota Northern Lights May 10 2024
The northern lights show up near Minneapolis on May 10, 2024.
Bright Northern Lights Minnesota 2024
The northern lights show up near Minneapolis on May 10, 2024.
North Minnesota Northern Lights
The northern lights show up near Minneapolis on May 10, 2024.
Aurora borealis May 10, 2024 Minnesota
The northern lights show up near Minneapolis on May 10, 2024.
Northern Lights over a Stop Sign
A Stop Sign in South Minneapolis with the Northern Lights visible behind it.
Northern Lights in Downtown Minneapolis
The Northern Lights visible in downtown Minneapolis.