Minneapolis: Protesters Paint Barricades for Winston Smith and Deona Marie
June 2021
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Protesters paint the concrete barriers around a peace garden built by those protesting the June 3rd and June 13th deaths of Winston Smith and Deona Marie.
Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Winston Smith.
Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.
Peace Garden at Lake Street, Minneapolis Protest Site
June 2021
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A protest garden built outside the parking garage that Winston Smith and Deona Marie were killed at.
Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Winston Smith.
Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.
Wince Marie Peace Garden, Lake Street, Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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A memorial garden on Lake/Girard in Uptown Minneapolis. The garden was built after the June 3rd law enforcement killing of Winston Smith and the death of Deona Marie 10 days later. Deona was killed when a man drove his vehicle through barricades put in place to protect those protesting the death of Winston Smith. The area has been occupied ever since.
Minneapolis Uptown: Fire barricade on street near LA Fitness
July 2021
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Protesters close down vehicle traffic on streets near the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorials in Uptown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis: Fire and Barricades on Lake Street
July 2021
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Protesters close down the streets near the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorials in Uptown Minneapolis.
Winston Smith was killed by Hennepin and Ramsey County Sheriffs officers who were part of a Federal Task Force on June 3rd. On June 10th, Deona Marie was killed when a protester drove his vehicle through barricades setup to protect those protesting the death of Winston Smith.
Winston Smith Mural, Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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Winston written on the side of the building next to the Deona Marie memorial.
Sun Dog Over George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis
July 2021
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A "sun dog" at George Floyd Square. Apparently sun dogs are rare in the summer?
Wince Way Protest Zone, Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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"Wince Way", a protest zone in Uptown Minneapolis following the deaths of Winston Smith on June 3rd, 2021 and Deon Marie 10 days later.
George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: “No Racists Allowed” Sign
July 2021
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Signs at George Floyd Square on a rainy night in Minneapolis.
Barricades at Hennepin Ave and Lagoon Ave, Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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Barricades placed at Hennepin and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis.
Barricades at Hennepin Ave and Lagoon Ave, Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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Barricades at Hennepin Ave and Lagoon Ave in Uptown Minneapolis.
Uptown Minneapolis: Fire at Hennepin & Lagoon after protests
July 2021
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Shortly after the "hot rodders" dispersed at Hennepin & Lagoon. The streets were barricaded during protests following Winston Smith being killed by police.
Minneapolis Police at Winston Smith Protest, Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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Minneapolis Police across the street from the "Wince Marie Peace Garden".
Minneapolis police at Winston Smith peace garden
July 2021
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Protesters and who the police call "hot rodders" shut down streets in Uptown Minneapolis. Police moved in hours later and the crowd dispersed. Minneapolis Police declared an unlawful assembly but eventually left without making any arrests.
Minneapolis Police at Uptown Protest Memorial for Winston Smith Jr.
July 2021
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Minneapolis Police arrive at the "Wince Marie Peace Garden" after they respond to "hot rodder" and protester street closures a couple blocks away.
Minneapolis Police and Winston Smith protesters
July 2021
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Protesters and who the police call "hot rodders" shut down streets in Uptown Minneapolis. Police moved in hours later and the crowd dispersed. Minneapolis Police also declared an unlawful assembly but eventually left without making any arrests.
Uptown Minneapolis Protest, July 8, 2021
July 2021
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Uptown Minneapolis Protest, July 8, 2021
July 2021
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Minneapolis: Private Security Clears Winston Smith Memorial Garden
July 2021
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Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.
Fencing goes up at Winston Smith protest site
July 2021
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Minneapolis Police outside what was the Wince Marie Memorial Garden. Private security and police cleared the lot and fencing was put up.July 17, 2021
CRG Private Security in Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.
Private Security at Winston Smith Memorial, Minneapolis
July 2021
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Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.
Private Security Guard at Seven Points Mall Protest Site, Minneapolis
July 2021
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Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.
Private Security at Seven Points Mall Parking Garage
July 2021
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Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.
Conflict Resolution Group at Seven Points
July 2021
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Conflict Resolution Group at Seven Points. The security firm operated around Seven Points Mall following the federal law enforcement killing of Winston Smith the month prior.
Winston Smith Memorial Signs at Seven Points Mall Site, Minneapolis
July 2021
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Signs laying against newly installed barricades outside what was the Winston Smith and Deona Marie Memorials.
Deona Marie Memorial Site, Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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The Deona Marie Memorial after it was cleared in the morning by private security contractors.
CRG Security Clears Winston Smith Memorial, Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue.
The space had been a protest zone since June 3rd after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades that were put in place to protect protesters.
Security guard with binoculars overlooks Lake Street, Minneapolis
July 2021
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A security guard looks down at those on Lake Street with a pair of binoculars.
Conflict Resolution Group In Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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Private security company patrolling the mall that Winston Smith was killed by federal law enforcement officers the month prior.
Fencing at Winston Smith protest site
July 2021
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Security guards and fencing around the parking garage that held memorials for Winston smith and Deona Marie.
Protesters at Winston Smith Memorial Site, Minneapolis
July 2021
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Protesters climb the fence outside the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorials. The memorials had been cleared by private security contractors earlier in the morning.
Security guard with CRG patch
July 2021
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A security guard with Conflict Resolution Group wearing a CRG patch at Seven Points Mall in Uptown Minneapolis.
Security at Seven Points Mall following Winston Smith protests
July 2021
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Armed security from Conflict Resolution Group inside a fence at Seven Points Mall. The area was the site of protests following the killing of Winston Smith by federal law enforcement officers the month earlier.
CRG Conflict Resolution Group Security Company
July 2021
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Conflict Resolution Group at Seven Points Mall. The security company was contracted after protests following the federal law enforcement killing of Winston Smith the previous month.
Seven Points Mall Ramp Security Lightning
July 2021
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Security lighting outside the parking ramp that Winston Smith was killed at.
Conflict Resolution Group private security with a dog
July 2021
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A private security guard walks the grounds of a parking ramp with a dog.
Security Guard and Wacker Neuson Device, Seven Points Mall, Minneapolis
July 2021
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A security guard at Seven Points Mall with a face covering turns his back.
Minneapolis: Deona Knajdek Memorial Remains After Clearing
July 2021
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A few candles and flowers remain at the memorial for Deona Knajdek a week after the space was cleared by private security contractors. Knajdek was killed while protesting the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith 10 days prior when a car dove through barricades put in place by protesters.
Wince Way Sign, Uptown Minneapolis
July 2021
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A sign that reads "Wince Way" behind the newly installed security fencing outside the Lake & Girard parking ramp and Wince Marie Garden.
Minneapolis Signs: Justice for George Floyd, Stop Line 3
August 2021
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The wooden "Justice For George Floyd" signs sit in front yards of many homes on Park Avenue near George Floyd Square.
George Floyd Square: Justice for Winston Smith Sign
August 2021
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A "Days without answers" sign at George Floyd Square.
Protester on Scooter, Winston Smith Graffiti, Uptown Minneapolis
August 2021
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A protester rides a Scooter across barricades that read "Winston Smith" in Uptown Minneapolis on Lake Street.
Minneapolis: “Stop The Cover Up” Graffiti at Winston Smith Site
August 2021
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"Stop The Cover Up" painted on a concrete barrier outside the parking ramp where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement.
George Floyd Square at Night, Minneapolis
August 2021
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The "Raised Fist" at 38th and Columbus.
Tipi Camp at Minnesota State Capitol Protests Line 3
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Protest at MN State Capitol Against Line 3 Pipeline
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Protest at Minnesota State Capitol Against Enbridge Line 3 Pipeline
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Deport Enbridge Stop Line 3!
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Line 3 Protest Tents at Minnesota State Capitol
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Minnesota State Capitol: Line 3 Pipeline Protest at Night
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Protest at Minnesota State Capitol: Stop Line 3 Pipeline
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Line 3 Protest Camp at MN State Capitol Overnight
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
Protest at Minnesota State Capitol Against Line 3 Pipeline
August 2021
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Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol asking for Governor Walz or President Biden to stop construction on the nearing completion Enbridge Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota.
George Floyd Square, Minneapolis: Rainy Evening Protest Zone
August 2021
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A rainy evening in George Floyd Square looking down Chicago Avenue.
Line 3 Protest Continues at Minnesota State Capitol
August 2021
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Outside the Minnesota State Capitol today where around a hundred were still holding space in protest against the nearing completion Line 3 pipeline after their permitted event expired. Minnesota Department of Public Safety told the Star Tribune they made 4 arrests.
Minnesota State Patrol at Line 3 Protest, St. Paul Capitol
August 2021
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Outside the Minnesota State Capitol today where around a hundred were still holding space in protest against the nearing completion Line 3 pipeline after their permitted event expired. Minnesota Department of Public Safety told the Star Tribune they made 4 arrests.
Minnesota State Patrol at Line 3 Protest, State Capitol
August 2021
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Outside the Minnesota State Capitol today where around a hundred were still holding space in protest against the nearing completion Line 3 pipeline after their permitted event expired. Minnesota Department of Public Safety told the Star Tribune they made 4 arrests.
U.S. Rep Ilhan Omar, Ayanna Pressley, Rashida Tlaib, Cori Bush
September 2021
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U.S. Rep Ilhan Omar, Ayanna Pressley, Rashida Tlaib, and Cori Bush speak at the Mississippi River in Minneapolis asking for President Biden to stop Line 3 pipeline construction.
U.S. Rep Ilhan Omar at line 3 press conference
September 2021
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U.S. Rep Ilhan Omar, Ayanna Pressley, Rashida Tlaib, and Cori Bush speak at the Mississippi River in Minneapolis asking for President Biden to stop Line 3 pipeline construction.
Rashida Tlaib in Minneapolis
September 2021
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U.S. Rep Ilhan Omar, Ayanna Pressley, Rashida Tlaib, and Cori Bush speak at the Mississippi River in Minneapolis asking for President Biden to stop Line 3 pipeline construction.
Minneapolis Protest 3 Months After Winston Smith’s Death
September 2021
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Protesters gather on what was the 3rd month anniversary from when Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement at the top of the parking ramp.
Minneapolis Poster: People’s Independence May 28, 2020
September 2021
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A poster stuck to a street poll in Minneapolis referencing the burning of the third precinct in May 2020.
Say Their Names Cemetery Pond, South Minneapolis
September 2021
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Say Their Names Cemetery in South Minneapolis near George Floyd Square.
George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis, September 2021
September 2021
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The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square.
Moon Palace Books Mural: Abolish The Police, Minneapolis
September 2021
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Moon Palace Books storefront a few doors down from the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct.
Visitor Map at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
September 2021
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A map with pins signifying the locations of those who have visited the square.
Poster for Secret March, July 4, Minneapolis
September 2021
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A poster for a march that took place back in July 2021 on boards of Seven Points mall.
Seven Points Mall boarded up at Hennepin and Lake, Minneapolis
October 2021
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Seven Points Mall at Hennepin and Lake covered in boards. One board reading "Deona Marie", Deona Marie was killed on June 13th, 2021 when a man drove through barricades put in place by protesters.
CRG Military Vehicle at Seven Points Mall, Minneapolis
October 2021
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A military type vehicle parked behind layer of fencing and lights outside of Seven Points mall.
Minneapolis Protest: “Where’s the Footage?” for Winston Smith
October 2021
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Protesters asking "Wheres the footage?" in regards to the shooting death of Winston Smith by law enforcement on June 3rd, 2021.
Minneapolis Vigil for Winston Smith: “Abolish The Police” Signs
October 2021
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A vigil for Winston Smith on the 4 month anniversary of his death by law enforcement in Minneapolis. Smith was shot and killed on top of the parking ramp by a federal task force.
Winston Smith Protest, Lake & Girard, Uptown Minneapolis
October 2021
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Protesters at Lake & Girard on the 4 month anniversary of Winston Smith's death.
Smith was killed by federal law enforcement on top of the parking garage at Lake and Girard.
Abolish The Police We Keep Us Safe
October 2021
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Posters hanging on a street pole in Uptown Minneapolis. They read “Abolish the police” “We keep us safe”. The posters hang outside the parking ramp that Winston Smith was killed at in June by federal law enforcement.
Winston Smith Vigil at Seven Points Mall Parking Ramp, Minneapolis
October 2021
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A vigil outside the parking ramp at Seven Points Mall where Winston Smith was killed 4 months prior.
I-94 Arrestee Legal Support Flyer at George Floyd Square
October 2021
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A flyer seen at George Floyd Square.
I-94 Arrestee Legal Support
Lawyers will explain legal options offered by Minneapolis City Attorney.
Uptown Minneapolis Protest Sign: Frey and Walz Are Cowards
October 2021
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A sign reading "Frey and Walz are cowards" in Uptown Minneapolis - referring to Mayor Jacob Frey and Governor Tim Walz.
Protest Signs at Seven Points Mall, Minneapolis
October 2021
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Protest signs hanging on the fencing around Seven Points Mall where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement 4 months prior.
Minneapolis Graffiti: “Burn This Shit Down” on 4-Month Anniversary of Winston Smith’s Death
October 2021
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Graffiti reading "Burn this shit down" written in South Minneapolis on the 4 month anniversary of the death of Winston Smith.
Minneapolis: Graffiti at Winston Smith Site, June 2021
October 2021
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Graffiti on concrete barriers around the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed on June 3rd, 2021 by law enforcement.
Minneapolis: Graffiti on Barricades Near Site of Winston Smith’s Death
October 2021
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Graffiti on the side of concrete barricades that surround the parking garage that Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd, 2021.
CRG=GI Joke. CRG refers to private security company Conflict Resolution Group.
Private security installing razor wire
October 2021
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Security installs razor wire on top of fencing around the parking garage at Lake & Girard where Winston Smith was killed on June 3rd, 2021. This comes the day before the County Attorney announces they will not be charging the unidentified officers who shot and killed Winston Smith as part of a federal task force.
Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct: Spirit Halloween Banners on Burned Building
October 2021
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"Avenge Indigenous Children" and “Spirit Halloween" banners on the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The police station was burned during protests that followed the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
October 2021
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Outside of the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed on June 3rd. New security fencing and wrap installed.
Minneapolis Police Squad Car at Lake Street Parking Ramp
October 2021
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A police officer parks outside of the Lake & Girard parking ramp.
Minneapolis Rent Control Election Pledge Poster
October 2021
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A poster regarding the rent control question thats on the Minneapolis ballot for the November 2nd election seen in Uptown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis: Graffiti on barricades near Seven Points Mall
October 2021
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ACAB, Fuck Your Property, CRG=GI JOKE written on barricades outside the parking ramp that Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement in June 2021.
Deona Marie Memorial at Seven Points Mall, Uptown Minneapolis
October 2021
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Signs on the fence around Seven Points Mall in Uptown Minneapolis reading:
“Deona Marie was killed while protesting against police brutality. Read her story below and donate to help support her children.”
George Floyd Square: Twin Cities Police Easily Startled Sign
November 2021
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A sign reading "Warning Twin Cities Police Easily Startled" at 39th and Chicago Avenue, George Floyd Square.
Winston Smith Protest Notes at Uptown Minneapolis Parking Ramp
November 2021
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Protest signs hang on fencing around the parking ramp where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3, 2021.
Garbage cans on fire in Uptown Minneapolis, day after election
November 2021
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Fire in a garbage can in Uptown Minneapolis the day after election night.
Minneapolis Fire Department Responds to Garbage Can Fire on Lake Street
November 2021
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The Minneapolis Fire Department puts out garbage can fires on Lake Street the day after the election in Uptown Minneapolis.
Winston Smith Graffiti at Lake Street Parking Ramp, Uptown Minneapolis
November 2021
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Winston Smith graffiti on banner surrounding the parking ramp he was killed by law enforcement in Uptown Minneapolis
Minneapolis Fire Dept. responds to fires on Lake Street post-election
November 2021
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Minneapolis Fire Department puts out garbage can fires on Lake Street the night after the election.
Winston Smith Graffiti on Dumpster, Uptown Minneapolis
November 2021
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A dumpster with "Winston Smith" written on it. Smith was shot and killed by a federal task force on top of the parking garage across the street.
Uptown Minneapolis Protest Graffiti: Stop The Cover Up
November 2021
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Protesters paint "Stop The Cover Up" outside the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement 5 months earlier.
Paint-Covered No Trespassing Sign, Uptown Minneapolis
November 2021
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A paint covered No Trespassing sign outside the parking ramp where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3, 2021.
Winston Smith Graffiti on Uptown Theater, Minneapolis
November 2021
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Graffiti at the Uptown Theatre on Hennepin. "Do you know who Winston Smith is??"
Minneapolis Bike Shop Offers Free Bikes for Protesters
November 2021
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This handwritten notice, taped to the window of a Minneapolis bike shop, reflects one of the many grassroots mutual-aid efforts that emerged during the city’s protest movement. The shop offered free, rebuilt bicycles to anyone participating in demonstrations—an informal and unscheduled giveaway run entirely by staff and volunteers. While their primary mission focused on supporting young people experiencing homelessness, they used whatever capacity they had to meet the immediate needs of the surrounding community during a period of intense civic mobilization.
The message captures a moment when local businesses and residents quickly adapted, improvising systems of care and resource-sharing amid the broader upheaval following the killing of George Floyd. These small gestures—bikes, food, first-aid kits, and other supplies—became essential infrastructure for protesters navigating the city on foot and by bike as streets closed and transit routes fluctuated.
George Floyd mural removed from George Floyd Square before snow
November 2021
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Artists and community members help remove the George Floyd mural prior to snow arriving.
Prior Lake High School Students Protest Racist Video
November 2021
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Students and activists gathered at Prior Lake High School after a racist video goes viral online.
Prior Lake High School Students Protest Racism
November 2021
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A protest and rally at Prior Lake High School following a viral racist video from a student goes viral online.
Black Lives Matter Protest at Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
November 2021
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A protester holds up a Black Lives Matter sign outside the Hennepin County Government Center.
Minneapolis Protest After Rittenhouse Verdict
November 2021
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Protesters march after a rally at the Hennepin County Government Center. A day earlier, Kyle Rittenhouse was found not guilty on all charges.
Downtown Minneapolis Protest After Rittenhouse Verdict
November 2021
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Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis the day after Kyle Rittenhouse is acquitted.
Minneapolis 3rd Precinct Patch on Protester Backpack
November 2021
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A protester with a "Welcome to Minneapolis!" patch during a march following the acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse.
Minneapolis Protest Sign: Protesting is Not a Crime, Murder Is
November 2021
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"Protesting is not a crime murder is" protest sign seen in Downtown Minneapolis
Antifascist Action flag at Minneapolis protest after Rittenhouse verdict
November 2021
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George Floyd Square Justice Demands, Minneapolis
November 2021
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George Floyd Square: Signs Against Police Violence
November 2021
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South Minneapolis Home with Protest Signs
November 2021
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Graffiti on barricade at Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct
November 2021
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"Avenge Kenosha" and “Fuck Kyle” written on the barriers surrounding the third precinct.
Kim Potter Trial Protest Signs at Hennepin County Government Center
November 2021
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As the 1st juror is selected on day one of the Potter trial, a small group of community activists and protesters are outside the Hennepin County Government Center with large air fresheners in the grass. A prosecutor previously said officers noticed an air freshener hanging from mirror.
George Floyd Square Campfire, Minneapolis, December 2021
December 2021
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Two people sit around the fire at George Floyd Square in December 2021.
Winston Smith Memorial, Six Months Later, Uptown Minneapolis
December 2021
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Protest signs hang on fencing outside the Lake & Girard parking ramp. The day prior was 6 months from the day Winston Smith was killed by a Federal Marshal task force.
Seven Points Mall Fenced After Protests, Minneapolis
December 2021
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Fresh snow covers the private drive next to the Seven Points parking ramp. The area fenced off after protests over the law enforcement killing of Winston Smith on June 3rd, 2021.
Courteney Ross and Toshira Garraway at Daunte Wright protest, Minneapolis
December 2021
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Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis as the first day of the Kim Potter manslaughter trial ends. Potter is on trial for the April 11, 2021 shooting death of 20-year old Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center, Minn.
Minneapolis Protest: Justice for Daunte Wright Sign
December 2021
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Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis as the first day of the Kim Potter manslaughter trial ends. Potter is on trial for the April 11, 2021 shooting death of 20-year old Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center, Minn.
Minneapolis Protest: Justice for Daunte Wright Sign on Truck
December 2021
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Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis as the first day of the Kim Potter manslaughter trial ends. Potter is on trial for the April 11, 2021 shooting death of 20-year old Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center, Minn.
Daunte Wright Protest March Downtown Minneapolis Nov 17 2021
December 2021
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Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis as the first day of the Kim Potter manslaughter trial ends. Potter is on trial for the April 11, 2021 shooting death of 20-year old Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center, Minn.
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