Rain

32 photos · 2009–2024

32 photographs tagged Rain, 2009–2024.

Target Field stadium lights illuminate rain during construction in downtown Minneapolis, October 2009. — Target Field is the outdoor home of the Minnesota Twins in the North Loop neighborhood of downtown Minneapolis.

A ghost sign for Northwestern National Bank is visible on a brick building in Downtown St. Paul, a remnant of the city's commercial history. — A ghost sign for Northwestern National Bank is visible on a brick building in Downtown St. Paul. Ghost signs, which are remnants of old advertisements painted on buildings, offer a glimpse into the commercial history of a city. Northwestern National Bank was a prominent financial institution in the region, and its signage serves as a historical marker of its past presence and operations in St. Paul.

Foggy trail through ponderosa pine forest on Black Elk Peak in South Dakota's Black Hills. — Black Elk Peak, in the Black Hills of South Dakota, rises to 7,244 feet, making it the highest point in the state and the highest point in the United States east of the Rockies. The trail to its summit, part of the Black Elk Peak Trail system within Custer State Park and the Black Hills National Forest, climbs through stands of ponderosa pine and spruce over several miles of granite terrain. The peak, formerly known as Harney Peak, was renamed in 2016 to honor the Lakota holy man Black Elk. The Lakota and other Plains tribes regard the surrounding Black Hills, or He Sapa, as sacred ground central to their creation stories and spiritual practices. A stone fire lookout tower, built in 1938 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, still stands at the summit.

Horse on a mountain trail with fog — Horseback riders ascend a trail on Black Elk Peak in South Dakota's Black Hills, a landscape often shrouded in mist. The peak, renamed in 2016 to honor Lakota spiritual leader Black Elk, has been a significant site for Indigenous peoples and later a popular destination for hikers and equestrians. The trail winds through ponderosa pines and rugged terrain, offering views of the granite formations characteristic of the region.

Daytons and IDS Center on Nicollet Mall in the rain — The Dayton's Project and the IDS Center stand on Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Dayton's building, a historic landmark in the city's retail landscape, was a prominent fixture on the mall for decades.

Chairs on Nicollet Mall during a rainy early COVID19 night — Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis is seen on a rainy night during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rainy night outside CIty Center on Nicolelt Mall in Minneapolis. — Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis is reflected in the wet pavement on a rainy night in early 2020, during the initial phase of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Looking down S 8th Street during COVID19 on rainy night — South 8th Street in downtown Minneapolis is seen on March 22, 2020, during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. The street, typically bustling with activity, are empty.

Wet Nicollet Mall pedestrian plaza in downtown Minneapolis at dusk with high-rise buildings and sparse foot traffic. — Nicollet Mall is downtown Minneapolis's main pedestrian and transit corridor, running roughly twelve blocks between Washington Avenue and Grant Street. The city closed it to general traffic in 1967, and a $50 million redesign led by James Corner Field Operations reopened it in 2017 with wider sidewalks, new lighting, and dedicated space for buses and cyclists. The Hyatt Regency Minneapolis has anchored the corridor since 1973, standing near the skyway network that links downtown's office towers and hotels. In March 2020, the mall's usual foot traffic all but disappeared as Minnesota's stay-at-home order took hold during the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Speedway gas station and strip mall in Loring Park, Minneapolis, empty at night during COVID-19 pandemic. — Speedway operates this gas station and convenience store at the edge of Loring Park, one of downtown Minneapolis's oldest residential neighborhoods, platted around a park dating to 1883. The photo was taken March 23, 2020, days before Minnesota's statewide stay-at-home order took effect as the first wave of pandemic restrictions spread through the city. Loring Park sits just west of downtown, bordered by Interstate 94 and long connected to the commercial strip along Hennepin Avenue. The adjoining strip mall houses a liquor store and several small retailers typical of that stretch of the neighborhood.

Millennium Hotel on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis with one lit window among darkened guest rooms during COVID-19 lockdown. — The Millennium Hotel stands at 1313 Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, a 14-story tower near the Minneapolis Convention Center. Nicollet Mall, the street it fronts, opened in 1967 as downtown Minneapolis's main pedestrian and transit street. Only one window lit up during COVID-19 lockdown.

Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis during Stay At Home Orders — Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis is seen during Minnesota's COVID-19 stay-at-home orders.

Warehouse District/Hennepin light rail station on North 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis, empty during early morning hours. — Warehouse District/Hennepin Station sits on North 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis, one of the stops serving Metro Transit's METRO Blue and Green Line trains. The station connects riders to downtown St. Paul and the Mall of America along one route, and to the Warehouse District's bars, theaters, and entertainment venues at street level. Metro Transit operates the regional light rail system, which opened its first line in 2004. This platform recorded far lower ridership in late March 2020, after Minnesota's statewide stay-at-home order took effect during the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cops Murder Abolish Police — Graffiti reading “RIP GEORGE FLOYD!!!” and a banner stating “COPS MURDER! ABOLISH POLICE!” are displayed along Lake Street in South Minneapolis on May 26, 2020. The messages appeared the day after George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police, as protest signs, memorials, and other written statements spread across the area.

Rain comes down on Lake Street the day after George Floyd was killed. Earlier in the evening protesters marched from 38th Street and Chicago Avenue to the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct.

Casablanca Foods reflections — Casablanca Foods, a grocery store located in South Minneapolis, is seen here on a rainy evening. The store offers a variety of goods including groceries, frozen foods, phone cards, and money transfers, and accepts EBT and WIC.

Lake & Park Grocery on Lake Street — Lake & Park Grocery on Lake Street in South Minneapolis is seen on a rainy night in late October 2020. This corner store serves the local community and accepts EBT and WIC, indicating its role in providing essential goods. The photograph was taken just six days before the 2020 Minneapolis municipal election, a period marked by significant public debate and spending on issues such as mayoral control, public safety, and rent control. The presence of the grocery store on Lake Street, an area that experienced significant unrest and rebuilding following the murder of George Floyd, adds a layer of context to the image.

A wet Lake Street in downtown Minneapolis at night with storefronts and street lights lining both sides of the empty street. — Lake Street runs east to west through South Minneapolis, stretching about five miles between the Mississippi River and Bde Maka Ska. It passes the Midtown Global Market, which opened in 2006 inside a former Sears, Roebuck and Co. building that dates to 1928.

Rainy night on Marquette Ave in December 2021 — Marquette Avenue in downtown Minneapolis is shown during a December rain in 2021, with reflections of traffic lights and building signage shimmering on the wet pavement. The Minneapolis Skyway system, a network of enclosed pedestrian bridges connecting buildings, is visible overhead, a characteristic feature of the city's downtown architecture designed to facilitate movement during inclement weather. This street serves as a major artery through the central business district, reflecting the city's ongoing development and its adaptation to climate conditions.

Romantic night outside Brothers Bar in Minneapolis — A couple walks along 1st Avenue in downtown Minneapolis on a rainy December evening. The neon sign for Brothers Bar, a long-standing establishment in the city's entertainment district, is visible. This area of downtown Minneapolis has historically been a hub for nightlife and commerce, with 1st Avenue itself being a significant thoroughfare known for its music venues and theaters. The wet pavement reflects the vibrant city lights, creating a dynamic urban atmosphere.

Black arched bike racks labeled "UPTOWN" on a wet sidewalk in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. — These arched bike racks line a sidewalk in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis, each one cut with the word "Uptown."

First Avenue South in Minneapolis in rain and fog — First Avenue South in Minneapolis is seen on a foggy, rainy night. The street is lined with trees and historic buildings, including the Minneapolis College of Art and Design at 2201 First Avenue South. In the distance, the city's modern architecture is visible through the mist.

Minneapolis skyways on a rainy night — The Minneapolis Skyway system, the longest continuous network of enclosed pedestrian bridges in the world, is visible here at night during a spring rain. Completed in 1974, the skyway connects buildings across 11 kilometers of downtown Minneapolis, providing a climate-controlled environment for pedestrians. This infrastructure was developed to encourage downtown development and to offer a safe and convenient way to navigate the city, especially during harsh winter months. The wet streets reflect the city lights, highlighting the skyway's role in shaping the urban experience of Minneapolis.

Spring Rain on the Midtown Greenway 2022 — A rainy night on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis in April 2022.

AJ Fish and Chicken Restaurant at night — A&J Fish and Chicken, a restaurant located on Lake Street in South Minneapolis. The establishment offers carry-out and delivery services, with its phone number and website prominently displayed.

November rain on the midtown greenway bike trail in Minneapolis — The Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis is a 5.5-mile paved trail for pedestrians and cyclists. Constructed on a former railroad corridor, it was developed in phases, with significant portions opening in the early 2000s. The trail provides a vital transportation and recreational link through the city.

George Floyd Square in a late November 2022 rain — George Floyd Square, located at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street in Minneapolis, is seen here in November rain. This site became a focal point for protests and community organizing following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020.

Wet street in Minneapolis's North Loop at night with neon Cuzzy's bar sign illuminated above storefronts. — Cuzzy's Bar sits along Washington Avenue in the North Loop, a neighborhood of former warehouses and rail depots converted into bars, restaurants, and lofts since the 1990s.

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.

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

Foggy 2nd Avenue North in Downtown Minneapolis at night. — 2nd Avenue North in Downtown Minneapolis on a foggy night. Wet pavement and streetlights create low visibility along the block.

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.

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