March 2020 — A pandemic closure sign on a barber shop in Minneapolis

April 2020 — At the entrance of an Allina Health clinic, a temporary sign reminds visitors of heightened safety measures during the COVID-19 pandemic. The notice instructs patients to stop and first meet with a greeter before checking in, emphasizing that the location does not provide community COVID-19 testing and that masks may be required during the visit. These portable A-frame signs became common across medical facilities in 2020–2021, helping manage visitor flow, screen for symptoms, and reinforce evolving public health protocols at clinics and hospitals throughout Minnesota.

April 2020 — Art at Powderhorn park in South Minneapolis during COVID-19 shutdowns.

December 2021 — A mobile morgue setup at North Memorial Hospital just outside of Minneapolis. As the omicron COVID variant begins to spread, the state shows only 1 available adult ICU bed in the Twin Cities metro with health care workers saying they are overwhelmed.

January 2022 — "Kindly wash hands keep masks on until seated Thank you" sign outside a restaurant in San Pedro, Belize.

January 2022 — A COVID-19 testing site operated by Haya Health on Chicago Avenue.

March 2023 — Printed notices from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government remind customers to wear masks except while eating, part of Japan’s ongoing public health etiquette during the pandemic era. The bilingual signs, featuring polite phrasing and simple illustrations, reflect Japan’s emphasis on community responsibility and quiet cooperation.