Sign

166 photos · 2008–2026

166 photographs tagged Sign, 2008–2026.

Fire restrictions signage in Finland State Forest, Minnesota — Fire restrictions now in effect signage in the Finland State Forest. Seen in July 2026 during drought conditions with multiple fires forcing closure of the BWCA.

No Garbage Service sign in the Superior National Forest — A sign in the Superior National Forest that reads "No Garbage Service Please Pack It OUT!"

A protest sign in Minneapolis reads "ICE WE GET IT! YOU'RE DEFINITELY STRAIGHT." The sign is attached to a utility pole. — A protest sign in Minneapolis reads "ICE WE GET IT! YOU'RE DEFINITELY STRAIGHT." The sign, attached to a utility pole, reflects a sentiment expressed during protests against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Gold and Watch Repair storefront on Lake Street in Minneapolis with repair and gold-buying signs. — Gold and Watch Repair on Lake Street in Minneapolis is a jewelry and watch repair business with multilingual storefront signage. The shop advertises battery replacement, watch repair, and buying gold and silver.

A sign at Hennepin County Library prohibits tobacco and cannabis use on property. — This sign, displayed at a Hennepin County Library, outlines the institution's policy regarding substance use on its premises. It prohibits the use of tobacco and cannabis anywhere on library property, including commercial tobacco products and various forms of cannabis.

Macintosh-style yard sale sign at 36th and Colfax in Minneapolis. — A yard sale sign inspired by Macintosh seen in South Minneapolis.

Monte Carlo restaurant neon sign established in 1906 illuminates a brick building in Minneapolis's North Loop. — Monte Carlo Restaurant sign in the North Loop, Minneapolis. The restaurant has operated in downtown Minneapolis since 1906.

Ghost Molly's Showboat Saloon, a karaoke bar on the main strip in Wisconsin Dells, features red awnings and neon signage. — Ghost Molly's Showboat Saloon operates on the main downtown strip of Wisconsin Dells, a tourist town on the Wisconsin River. The bar advertises karaoke nights on its marquee, one of several themed nightlife spots clustered along the same block. Wisconsin Dells built its identity on waterparks and family attractions by day, but its downtown strip fills with bars and karaoke venues once the sun goes down.

Original Wisconsin Dells Fudge storefront on Broadway in downtown Wisconsin Dells. — Broadway forms the main tourist strip of downtown Wisconsin Dells, running a few blocks from the Wisconsin River. Original Wisconsin Dells Fudge occupies a storefront on the 100 Block, marked by a marquee-style sign that's become a familiar landmark along the street. Fudge shops have operated on Broadway since the mid-20th century, part of the walkable retail core that developed alongside the town's water parks and river-boat tours. Wisconsin Dells draws millions of visitors a year, and Broadway's shops see their heaviest foot and vehicle traffic during the summer season.

Close-up of the William's Pub sign on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — The neon sign for William's Pub, a long-standing establishment in Uptown Minneapolis, is visible on Hennepin Avenue. The bar ceased operations in 2022, leaving the premises vacant.

Illuminated horseshoe sign for Daisy’s Bar & Rooftop on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — The illuminated sign for Daisy's Bar & Rooftop, shaped like a horseshoe, stands prominently on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis.

The Green Room live music venue glows with neon signage on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — The Green Room, a prominent live music venue, is situated on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

The vintage Grain Belt Beer sign illuminates at dusk on Nicollet Island with Minneapolis skyline and Hennepin Avenue Bridge behind. — The Grain Belt Beer sign, a historic Minneapolis landmark, stands on Nicollet Island overlooking the Mississippi River. Originally installed in 1941, this illuminated sign once advertised the nearby Grain Belt Brewery, which operated in Northeast Minneapolis. In the background, the Hennepin Avenue Bridge, the first bridge to cross the Mississippi River at Minneapolis, connects downtown with the city's northeast side.

Hells Kitchen sign downtown — The illuminated sign for Hell's Kitchen restaurant stands on South 9th Street in downtown Minneapolis.

Protest signs reading "Pledge to Resist the Genocide," "Cease Fire Now," and "Practice Healing Justice" hang on a fence at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. — Protest signs advocating for a ceasefire and social justice hang on a fence at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. This site, located at Lake Street and Minnehaha Avenue, was abandoned after being burned in May 2020 following the murder of George Floyd. Since then, the precinct has remained untouched.

A "Doctor and NP Parking Only" sign stands at the boarded-up Ebenezer Care Center on Portland Avenue in South Minneapolis. — Ebenezer Care Center once operated as a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility along Portland Avenue in South Minneapolis, part of the Ebenezer network affiliated with Fairview Health Services. The organization traces its roots to a home for the elderly founded by a Norwegian Lutheran deaconess order in 1917, growing over the following century into one of the Twin Cities' larger senior care providers. This Portland Avenue location closed its doors as the surrounding health system consolidated services elsewhere, leaving the building vacant. A "Doctor & NP Parking Only" sign still stands near the entrance, a remnant of the staff and clinicians who once worked here.

Lit up theater sign in Minneapolis — Lit up sign at the Orpheum Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. January 2024.

Park rules sign in Marktown, East Chicago, Indiana, listing regulations enforced by the East Chicago Police Department. — A park rules sign in Marktown, East Chicago, Indiana, sets regulations for a neighborhood public space within the city’s historic planned worker community. The sign states that the park is open from dawn to dusk and lists prohibited activities including vehicles on grass, pets, open-flame cooking, alcohol or drugs, littering, glass containers, firearms, profane language, loud music, and fireworks. It bears the East Chicago Parks & Recreation seal and states that the rules are strictly enforced by the East Chicago Police Department, with emergency and non-emergency contact numbers posted.

Weathered yellow RiverCity Trolley sign on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — RiverCity Trolley operated as a rubber-tired trolley service in downtown and uptown Minneapolis, ferrying riders between shopping districts, entertainment venues, and parking facilities on a fixed loop. The service relied on street-side stop signs like this one to mark designated pickup points along Hennepin Avenue. Trolleys of this style are designed to resemble vintage streetcars, with open-air or enclosed cars built on standard bus chassis. Hennepin Avenue itself has long served as one of Uptown's primary commercial corridors, connecting the neighborhood to downtown Minneapolis.

Guacaya Bistreaux Caribbean tapas and cocktail bar neon sign glows blue above the storefront on Washington Avenue in Minneapolis. — Guacaya Bistreaux opened on Washington Avenue North in the Warehouse District in 2022, serving Caribbean-inspired small plates and cocktails. The restaurant's name blends "guacamole" and "caya," a colloquial Caribbean term.

Gay 90's Sign on Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis — The Gay 90's has operated on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis since 1948, making it one of the longest-running nightclubs in the city. The venue occupies a building that dates to the late 19th century and has long been known for its multiple bars and dance floors under one roof.

Superior National Forest sign at Whitefish Lake Campground, MN, displays regulations including 'NO Garbage Service Please Pack it OUT!' and a 14-day stay limit. — A weathered wooden signpost at Whitefish Lake Campground in Superior National Forest, Minnesota, displays regulations including 'NO Garbage Service Please Pack it OUT!' and 'The Stay Limit here is: 14 Days'. The sign also includes information about welcoming visitors to the national forests and general rules for their use. The photograph was taken in October 2023, amidst the dense boreal forest characteristic of Northern Minnesota. This sign serves as a directive for campers and visitors, emphasizing self-sufficiency and adherence to the U.S. Forest Service's guidelines for managing public lands. The presence of the stay limit indicates a regulated approach to resource management and visitor access within the campground. Campground, Minnesota, Sign, Superior National Forest, Whitefish Lake, Camping Regulations, Public Lands

A weathered private property sign posted on wooden posts in a forested area near Beaver Bay, Minnesota. — Beaver Bay is a small township on Minnesota's North Shore, along Lake Superior between Silver Bay and Two Harbors. The area mixes state forest land, county parcels, and privately owned woodland, often without clear boundary markers between them. Hand-lettered signs like this one are common along the North Shore's backroads, where landowners ask visitors to respect private land while still allowing access for walking. The wording here — permitting use while barring camping — a common arrangement in the region between private owners and the hikers who pass through on informal trails.

Protest sign reading "Crime Victims Unite" at rally outside Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis. — Crime victims and their families gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center for a rally called "Rally for Justice," organized to protest charging decisions made under County Attorney Mary Moriarty, who took office in January 2023. Speakers at similar demonstrations have criticized the office for declining to file charges or for offering plea agreements in violent crime cases.

Lacey Gauthier Speaks Beside “Mary Loves Murder” Sign at Rally — Lacey Gauthier, founder of TC Nighthawks speaks at the "Rally for Justice" at the Hennepin County Government Center. Crime victims and the families of shared stories of frustration with the leniency and in some cases the lack of any charges by County Attorney Mary Moriarty.

A Hug Beside the “Scary Mary” Sign at Mary Moriarty Rally — Crime victims and the families of held a rally titled “Rally for Justice” at the Hennepin County Government Center this afternoon. Sharing stories of frustration with the leniency and in some cases the lack of any charges by County Attorney Mary Moriarty.

Man speaking at microphone during justice rally at Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis. — KG Wilson addressed a crowd gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis, speaking as part of a rally organized by crime victims and their families. Speakers at the gathering criticized Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty over charging decisions in several criminal cases, a recurring point of tension between victims' advocates and the county attorney's office since Moriarty took office in 2023.

Chino Latino sign on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis, lit in gold and purple on a brick facade. — The "Chino Latino" sign, composed of shimmering gold and purple sequins, is visible on the exterior of a building on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. glow on the brick facade.

A weathered sign in the Superior National Forest, Boundary Waters, MN, states "WILDERNESS" and is closed to motor vehicles, preserving the natural character of the area. — A weathered sign in the Superior National Forest, Boundary Waters, reads "WILDERNESS" and "Closed to motor vehicles and motorized equipment." The sign also states, "It is the policy of this sign manager and protected by Law (16U.S.C. 1131-1136) that it is unlawful to disturb or damage this sign." The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is a federally designated wilderness area in Minnesota, managed by the U.S. Forest Service. Its designation protects the area from commercial development and motorized use, preserving its natural character for primitive recreation.

Sign at Lehi City Culinary Water & Irrigation Facility entrance in Lehi, Utah. — Lehi City's Culinary Water & Irrigation Facility sits along the city's northern bench, part of the municipal system that delivers both drinking water and irrigation supply to residents and farmland. Lehi's water department traces its roots to 1852, not long after Mormon pioneers settled the area and began diverting water from nearby creeks and the Jordan River for crops. The city has grown considerably since Utah County's early agricultural days, and its water infrastructure has expanded accordingly to serve both older irrigation shares and newer residential subdivisions. Fencing and posted entry restrictions are standard at municipal water sites like this one, where equipment and water quality require controlled access.

Warning signs at the entrance to the Utah State Prison in Draper, Utah, prohibiting drugs and weapons. — The Utah State Prison in Draper operated from 1951 until its closure in 2022, when inmates were transferred to the new Utah State Correctional Facility in Salt Lake City. Warning signs at the entrance barred intoxicants, drugs, firearms, poisons, and explosives, with violators subject to arrest and prosecution, and notified visitors and vehicles that they were subject to search as a condition of entry or exit. The Draper site once held thousands of inmates across multiple housing units before the property was cleared for redevelopment, including plans for a technology and research campus known as The Point.

Olympus Correctional Facility sign in Draper, Utah, with the prison complex visible beyond. — Olympus Correctional Facility was one of several housing units at the Utah State Prison complex in Draper, which opened in 1951 along the base of the Traverse Mountains. The prison held thousands of inmates before the state legislature approved a relocation plan in 2015, moving operations to the new Utah State Correctional Facility in Salt Lake City. Demolition of the Draper site began in 2022 and continued into 2023, clearing roughly 700 acres of land the state has designated for redevelopment, including tech-industry and mixed-use projects tied to the nearby Silicon Slopes corridor.

In-N-Out Burger's neon sign with yellow arrow and pink lettering illuminates at night in Salt Lake City. — In-N-Out Burger traces its roots to 1948, when Harry and Esther Snyder opened the chain's first location in Baldwin Park, California, using a two-way speaker box that let customers place orders from their cars. The company has stayed privately held ever since, resisting franchising and keeping its menu limited to burgers, fries, and shakes. Its yellow arrow logo, paired with red block lettering, has marked locations since the chain's earliest years and remains unchanged even as the company expanded beyond California into Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, and other Western states. Utah's first In-N-Out opened in 2001, part of a gradual eastward push that has kept the chain's footprint concentrated in the Southwest and West.

Teva Pharmaceuticals illuminated sign on grass at night in Salt Lake City. — Teva Pharmaceuticals operates a manufacturing and distribution site in Salt Lake City, one of several U.S. facilities the Israel-based company runs as part of its generic drug production network. Teva is among the world's largest producers of generic medicines, supplying pharmacies and health systems across North America. The Salt Lake City location has long served as a production hub for the company's Utah operations, which date back decades under earlier ownership before Teva's acquisitions consolidated the site under its current name.

Uptown Theater sign in Minneapolis at night, above Hennepin Avenue. — Uptown Theater at Hennepin and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis. As seen in August 2023.

Emergency assistance box at a South Minneapolis light rail station — An emergency assistance box is mounted at a light rail station in South Minneapolis.

Cyclebar fitness studio storefront with neon signage on Girard Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — Cyclebar operates a fitness studio on Girard Avenue in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis, offering indoor cycling classes set to music and coordinated lighting. The franchise brand launched in 2004 and has since expanded to hundreds of locations across the United States. Uptown's commercial strip along Girard and nearby Hennepin Avenue has long drawn a mix of retail, dining, and fitness businesses serving the surrounding residential blocks.

Squirrel Cage bar signs for Schmidt Beer and Pabst Blue Ribbon in Willow River, Minnesota. — Squirrel Cage bar in Willow River, Minnesota, is identified by hanging signs for Schmidt Beer and Pabst Blue Ribbon. The signs are mounted on a pole beside the building.

Sign near Kettle River, Minnesota, advises campers to avoid forest fires — A metal sign attached to a wooden surface reads, "Avoid forest fires, wild animals, and upset neighbors: 1. Never leave a campfire unattended; always put out with water. 2. Never leave food or trash outside. 3. Speak softly, and don't play music outside. Violations subject to a $100 charge, donated to local conservation groups." The sign is located near the Kettle River in Minnesota, a popular area for camping and outdoor activities.

Muhim's Café storefront with illuminated sign on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Muhim's Café operates on Lake Street in Minneapolis, a corridor long known for its concentration of East African, Latino, and immigrant-owned small businesses. Lake Street serves as one of the city's primary commercial thoroughfares, running east-west through south Minneapolis and connecting neighborhoods including Whittier, Powderhorn, and the Longfellow area. Many storefronts along the corridor were damaged or destroyed following the unrest of 2020, prompting a wave of rebuilding and new business openings in subsequent years.

Shinjuku Community Road sign in Tokyo with bilingual Japanese and English text mounted on tree. — Shinjuku Ward's community road program marks narrow residential streets meant for pedestrians first and cars second. The designation stems from a nationwide "komyuniti dōro" initiative launched by Japan's Ministry of Construction in the early 1980s, which funded traffic-calming redesigns — narrower lanes, chicanes, and raised crossings — on selected neighborhood streets across the country. Shinjuku, one of Tokyo's 23 special wards and home to the world's busiest train station, adopted the program to slow through traffic in its dense residential pockets. Each sign carries an outline of the ward it marks, a design used across Tokyo's community road network to show jurisdiction.

Minnehaha Liquors sign and adjacent mural with justice quotes on East Lake Street in Minneapolis during snowfall. — The Minnehaha Liquors sign stands on East Lake Street in Minneapolis, February 2023, during a snowfall. The building adjacent to the sign features a mural with quotes from Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Paul Wellstone, advocating for economic, social, and racial justice. This location is near the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct, which was a focal point during the 2020 Minneapolis uprising following the murder of George Floyd.

Neon sign for The New Uptown Cafe glows on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — The "New" Uptown Cafe sign is illuminated on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis.

Active quarry danger sign on a chain-link fence in Northeast Wisconsin. — An active quarry warning sign cautions against a steep drop-off. It is mounted on a chain-link fence at a quarry site in Northeast Wisconsin.

Gwar at the Skyway Theater — Gwar on the marquee of the Skyway Theatre in downtown Minneapolis.

Lima Grade at Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais — Street signs at Lima Grade and Gunflint Trail in Grand Marais, Minnesota

315 sign at Lima Grade at Gunflint Trail, Grand Marais — Lima Grade Road at the Gunflint Trail in Grand Marais, Minnesota.

Baker Lake Campground sign in Superior National Forest, Minnesota, surrounded by forest. — Baker Lake Campground sits off the Sawbill Trail in Cook County, part of the Tofte Ranger District within the Superior National Forest. The U.S. Forest Service, an agency of the Department of Agriculture, maintains the site as a small, rustic campground with vault toilets and no electrical hookups. Its boat landing on Baker Lake serves as one of the entry points into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, giving paddlers direct access to the interior lake system. The surrounding forest is managed for multiple use, including timber, recreation, and wildlife habitat, under the Superior National Forest's broader stewardship of more than three million acres in northeastern Minnesota.

Baker Lake Campground Restrooms in Superior National Foresst — Outhouse at the Baker Lake Campground in the Superior National Forest.

US Forest Service closure notice in Minnesota — "Due to wildlife issues this area is closed to camping, picnicking, and all other use until further notice. Thank you for your cooperation."

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Superior National Forest Sign — A Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness sign in the Superior National Forest.

Minneapolis City of Finding out sign at George Floyd Square — A sign at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis reads "Minneapolis City of Finding Out." This area became a focal point for protests and activism following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. The "City of Finding Out" slogan reflects the ongoing community efforts to understand and address systemic issues. The square has served as a space for remembrance, community organizing, and continued calls for justice.

Uptown Art Fair sign on a Minneapolis sidewalk with a scooter rider in the background. — A sign announces the Uptown Art Fair in Minneapolis, which took place from August 5-7, 2022. This annual event is a juried exhibition that draws artists and visitors from across the country to the Uptown neighborhood. The fair has been a significant cultural fixture in Minneapolis, contributing to the area's reputation as a vibrant arts district and drawing substantial crowds.

Water Pipes sign in storefront — Signage for Water Pipes and Premium Cigars in a storefront on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

Do not feed pigeons sign on a pole — "Attention: Do not feed the pigeons" sign in a parking lot in South Minneapolis.

Reflected Neon “PARK” Sign on 5th Street, Minneapolis — A bright magenta-and-red “PARK” marquee glows above 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis, its arrow pointing toward one of the city’s long-running parking ramps. The large mirrored surface on the right captures a full duplicate of the sign, emphasizing the heavy neon presence that once defined the downtown entertainment and retail district. Signs like this were installed in the mid-20th century as automobile traffic surged and developers converted older commercial buildings into multi-level garages to serve Nicollet Mall, the Gateway renewal area, and the growing high-rise core. At street level, the rows of construction barrels and lane closures reflect Minneapolis’s ongoing cycle of roadway and transit upgrades — a pattern familiar in this part of the city as utility work, sidewalk rebuilds, and streetcar-era infrastructure get modern replacements. Even with the constant change, the surviving neon parking signs remain some of the most recognizable visual anchors of the nighttime downtown streetscape.

Building Blocks Minneapolis Police sign in South Minneapolis. — A Building Blocks Minneapolis Police sign in South Minneapolis. The neighborhood safety program recognizes blocks that work with the Minneapolis Police Department on crime prevention and community watch efforts.

Strip mall reopens in South Minneapolis — Illuminated signage for a strip mall in South Minneapolis is visible at night, featuring businesses such as Walgreens, Dollar Tree, Subway, Los Hornos Del Rey, and Cost Cutters. This location was damaged during the civil unrest in Minneapolis in 2020.

Hennepin Ave sign in Minneapolis reads “One Lane? No Way!” — A window sign on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis reads “One Lane? No Way!” The orange sign is propped against blinds inside a storefront.

Popeyes Chicken Sign with the letter F — A Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen sign stands on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. This location was among the businesses damaged during the civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Together apART — The "Together / apART" project, initiated at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, invited the Powderhorn community to create a collective bonding and solidarity experience from their homes.

The Square event space in George Floyd Square — The Square, located at 3736 Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis, is a new event space situated within George Floyd Square. The venue is intended to host a variety of community gatherings, including the weekly marketplace known as The Black Exchange.

Planet Soccer neon sign glows red and green on storefront window at night on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — Planet Soccer is a soccer specialty shop on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, selling cleats, jerseys, and gear for local players and clubs. Its window sign pairs a globe with a soccer ball to mark the storefront.

Banner for Amir Locke on Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge above I-94 in Minneapolis. — A banner reading "MPLS PDX AVENUE LOVE SOLIDARITY AMIR PATRICK" hangs from the Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge in Minneapolis. The bridge, which spans over Interstate 94 near the Lowry Hill Tunnel, is a pedestrian walkway connecting the Lowry Hill neighborhood to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. The banner was displayed in solidarity with protests in Portland, Oregon, following the death of Amir Locke, who was fatally shot by Minneapolis police officers in February 2022.

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center in Minneapolis with its entrance boarded up. — The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center in Minneapolis. The North Loop facility provides residential rehabilitation and recovery services through The Salvation Army.

Boarded American Outfitters storefront in downtown Minneapolis with a For Sale sign and Amir Locke graffiti. — The former American Outfitters store in downtown Minneapolis is boarded up, with a "For Sale" sign visible in the window. Graffiti honoring Amir Locke, who was killed by Minneapolis police in February 2022, is spray-painted on the plywood covering the adjacent storefront.

Amir Locke memorial banner on the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building in Minneapolis. — A banner reading "Rest In Power Amir Locke" is displayed on the exterior of the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct building. The banner was erected following the death of Amir Locke, who was killed by police during a no-knock warrant execution in February 2022. The Third Precinct building was a site of significant protest activity in 2020 after the murder of George Floyd and was subsequently vacated by the Minneapolis Police Department.

Protest banners over Hiawatha Avenue in Minneapolis mention Amir Locke above nighttime traffic. — Banners reading "MPD MURDERED AMIR LOCKE" and "MPD MURDEROUS PIG DEPARTMENT" hang from an overpass on Hiawatha Avenue in Minneapolis. Amir Locke was killed earlier in the month by Minneapolis Police officers during a no knock warrant at a Downtown Minneapolis apartment building.

L.A. Rockler Fur Co. in Downtown Minneapolis — A sign reading "We have no coats left to sell we are sold out thank you!!" on the window of L.A. Rockler Fur Co which closed in downtown Minneapolis.

Signs for Tranquility Bay Resort and El Norte on Ambergris Caye, Belize. — Signs for Tranquility Bay Resort and El Norte stand beside dense tropical vegetation on Ambergris Caye, Belize. The hand-painted directional signs point toward the resort and a nearby location identified as El Norte on the island.

A "Don't Hesitate Vaccinate!" banner hangs over a street lined with golf carts in San Pedro, Belize. — A banner reading "Don't Hesitate Vaccinate!" is displayed in San Pedro, Belize, on Ambergris Caye. The banner, which also features the logo of the Belize Tourism Industry Association (BTIA), hangs above a street lined with parked golf carts, a common mode of transportation on the island. The message encourages COVID-19 vaccination.

COVID-19 safety sign in San Pedro, Belize, reads "Kindly wash hands" and "Keep masks on until seated." — A COVID-19 health notice at a business in San Pedro, Belize, asks patrons to wash hands and keep masks on until seated. The sign includes a handwashing icon and is posted indoors, likely near the entrance or seating area.

Beachfront cafes and boats line the shore of Ambergris Caye, Belize. — Beachfront cafes on Ambergris Caye in Belize overlook moored boats along the island’s shoreline. A large “Ambergris Caye” sign stands between thatched structures and outdoor dining areas, with the Caribbean Sea in the background.

A weathered signpost in San Pedro, Belize, lists marine activities like reef fishing and snorkeling. — A weathered wooden signpost in San Pedro, Belize, points to reef fishing, beach barbecue, snorkeling, night fishing, and fly fishing. The signs stand among coconut palms near the coast on Ambergris Caye, a destination known for marine tourism and access to the Belize Barrier Reef.

Pastel guest cabins behind a chain-link fence with a hand-painted "PARKING" sign in San Pedro, Belize. — Pastel-painted guest cabins stand behind a chain-link fence in San Pedro, Belize, on Ambergris Caye. A hand-painted “PARKING” sign is attached to the fence in front of the small wood-frame lodging buildings, which are set among palm trees near Boca Del Rio.

Colorful "Secret Beach" welcome sign on sandy shore in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize. — Secret Beach sits on the northwest coast of Ambergris Caye, roughly a 20-minute golf cart ride from San Pedro Town across the island's interior. The area takes its name from its early years as a little-known swimming spot, before social media and travel blogs turned it into one of Belize's most-visited beach destinations after 2015. Its shallow, waist-deep lagoon is protected from open-sea currents by the barrier reef offshore, making it popular for wading and swimming rather than surfing. A cluster of beach bars and restaurants, including long-running operations like the Blue Bar, line the shoreline and draw both day-trippers from San Pedro and visitors staying on the island's west side. Ambergris Caye itself is Belize's largest island and sits adjacent to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, the second-longest coral reef in the world.

A parking sign is affixed to a fence at John's Escape Bar and Grill on Ambergris Caye, Belize. — A parking sign is posted on a fence at John’s Escape Bar and Grill on Ambergris Caye, Belize. The property includes a white picket gate, a blue metal roof, and a thatched-roof structure set among tropical vegetation.

A directional sign pointing to Secret Beach stands among mangroves on Ambergris Caye, Belize. — Secret Beach sits on the western side of Ambergris Caye, Belize's largest island, facing the mainland lagoon rather than the open Caribbean. The spot rose to popularity around 2015 as beach bars and restaurants such as The Truck Stop and Blue Bayou opened along its shallow, calm waters, drawing day-trippers from nearby San Pedro town. Belize's Tourism Board maintains directional markers along the access roads leading there, since much of the route crosses undeveloped scrubland and mangrove before reaching the shoreline.

We’re moving sign at Flander’s Art Gallery — A "We're Moving to Edina!" sign is displayed on the window of Flanders Art Gallery at 5025 France Avenue South in Minneapolis.

Snow-covered outdoor dining tables sit empty in front of an ice cream shop with neon signage on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — An ice cream shop sits on Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis, its patio tables and chairs empty with snow banked along the curb. A faded Grain Belt Beer mural, advertising "Perfect Brewing Water," covers the brick wall of the building next door.

Ice danger sign at Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis — A "DANGER: KEEP OFF ICE NOT SAFE" sign is posted near Bde Maka Ska lake in Minneapolis during a winter snowstorm. The sign, attached to a red post marked "EMERGENCY ONLY," warns of hazardous conditions on the partially frozen lake. Bde Maka Ska is a prominent lake within Minneapolis's Chain of Lakes park system, historically a popular destination for year-round activities. During winter, the lake freezes over, but ice thickness can be unpredictable and unsafe for public access without proper safety assessments.

Minneapolis Nail & Spa neon signs advertise nails, facial waxing, and eyelash extension services. — Minneapolis Nail & Spa in Minneapolis is identified by neon window signs for nails, facial waxing, and eyelash extension services. The illuminated signage uses blue, green, red, and yellow lettering across the storefront windows.

Hum's Liquors neon sign on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — Hum's Liquors on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis is identified by a large neon sign with the words “FAST SERVICE.” The sign is mounted above the storefront and includes red lettering with a field of small white bulbs. A second neon sign is partially visible along the building edge.

Park and Lake Car Wash in the rain — Park & Lake Car Wash in Minneapolis during a late fall rainfall.

Knotted Pine Bar Sign in Superior National Forest — Snowmobile trail markers on the Superior National Forest trail network near Isabella, Minnesota, direct riders to nearby destinations including the Knotted Pine, a gas, beer, and pizza stop 12 miles away, and the Stony River Cafe in Isabella, 13 miles distant.

Citidiots slow down sign in Minnesota — A property owners sign asking "citidiots" to slow down as seen in Northenr Minnesota.

Boundary Marker on Superior National Forest Land — A U.S. Forest Service property boundary sign marks the transition onto Superior National Forest land in northern Minnesota. Signs like this one are posted throughout the region to indicate where federally managed forest begins—part of a system established after the forest’s creation in 1909 to protect timber resources, waterways, and wilderness habitat. Much of Northern Minnesota’s public land is a patchwork of federal, state, county, and private parcels, making boundary markers a practical guide for hunters, hikers, and anyone navigating the extensive backcountry.

No cash kept on premises — A sign reading "No Cash kept on premises" at a Palm Beach Tan on Lake street in Minneapolis.

The illuminated Fujiya Sushi restaurant sign, featuring English and Japanese text, is visible at night. This sign serves to attract customers to the establishment. — The illuminated sign for Fujiya Sushi Restaurant is visible at night. The sign features the restaurant's name in English and Japanese characters, along with the word "SUSHI." Fujiya is a long-standing establishment known for serving Japanese cuisine. Such signs are crucial for businesses, especially in urban environments, to attract customers and establish their presence after dark. This particular sign's design and illumination contribute to the restaurant's visibility and ambiance.

COVID-19 safety signs at Fox Den Salon in Uptown Minneapolis encourage social distancing and online appointments to mitigate virus spread. — Signs displayed on the window of Fox Den Salon in Uptown Minneapolis communicate public health guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic. One poster, titled "Make It Safe!", urges patrons to "Mind All COVID-19 Protocols" and directs them to schedule appointments online via the salon's website. Another sign, "Flatten The Curve", emphasizes social distancing and reminds the public that "The Pandemic Isn't Over" and encourages "Social Solidarity" by waiting outside or at a distance. These visual cues reflect the widespread adoption of safety measures by businesses to mitigate the spread of the virus and maintain operations.

Penzey's Spices storefront in Uptown Minneapolis with a closed sign and safety message in the window — The Penzey's Spices store in Uptown Minneapolis is visible through its storefront window. Founded in 1957, Penzey's is a family-owned company known for its wide selection of spices, herbs, and seasonings.

A "WHATEVER, JUST WEAR A MASK" sign in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood, defaced with graffiti — A sign in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood reads "WHATEVER, JUST WEAR A MASK." This message reflects the public health discourse and mandates surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. Such signs were common on commercial establishments across the United States during various phases of the pandemic, serving as a visual reminder and enforcement tool for mask-wearing policies.

Road Closed Signs in K-Mart Parking Lot, Minneapolis — Road Closed signs in a parking lot off Lake Street in Minneapolis.

COVID Face Coverings Sign at City Hall — Face Covering Required A sign seen at Minneapolis City Hall. It states individuals should not enter the building if they are experiencing any symptoms of illness.

Maintenance Road No Unauthorized Access sign in Minnesota near trees. — Maintenance Road No Unauthorized Access Sign in Minnesota. The sign marks a restricted maintenance road and prohibits unauthorized entry.

"No Campfires" warning sign posted on a wooden post in Superior National Forest near Isabella, Minnesota. — This posted notice bans open campfires within the Superior National Forest, a 3-million-acre expanse managed by the U.S. Forest Service in northeastern Minnesota near Isabella. Fire restrictions like this one are typically issued during periods of drought, when dry brush and low humidity raise the risk of wildfire spread. The Superior National Forest includes the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, where campfire regulations are especially strict due to limited access for firefighting crews.

Smokey Bear fire danger warning sign displaying "Extreme Fire Danger" along a forested roadside in Minnesota's Iron Range. — Smokey Bear has appeared on fire danger warning signs since the U.S. Forest Service launched the prevention campaign in 1944, later adopting the "Only you can prevent forest fires." Signs like this one use an adjustable gauge to alert travelers to current wildfire risk levels, ranging from low to extreme. Minnesota's Iron Range, a region of dense forest and dry underbrush north of Babbitt, sees these postings along roadsides during periods of low rainfall.

Days without answers in Winston Smith case — A sign reading "Days Without Answers" and "Justice for Winston Smith" is displayed at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. This location became a focal point for protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. Winston Smith was killed by a federal task force in June 2021 in Uptown Minneapolis.

Lit up water tower and pillsbury neon sign — The former Pillsbury flour mill near downtown Minneapolis. It's since been renovated into condos.

Raising Cane's sign at 3000 Snelling Ave in Minneapolis. — Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers at 3000 Snelling Ave in Minneapolis. The restaurant opened in 2021 at a site previously occupied by an Arby's.

All Are Welcome here at Urban Outfitters — A Black Lives Matter statement is posted on the door of an Urban Outfitters store in Minneapolis. The notice states that store staff reject racial injustice and that all are welcome, placing the retailer among businesses that publicly aligned themselves with racial-equity protests after the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis in May 2020. Made about a year later, the posting shows how such statements remained part of storefront messaging in the city in May 2021.

Handwritten sign reading "Racism is small dick energy" placed at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. — George Floyd Square sits at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis, at the site where George Floyd died in police custody on May 25, 2020. Following his death, the intersection became a self-sustained memorial and protest gathering space, with residents barricading traffic and maintaining art installations, murals, and handwritten signs. Many of the signs left at the square address racism and police violence directly, reflecting the ongoing activism centered at the site. The square remained under community control for over a year before the city moved to reopen it to vehicle traffic in 2021.

Protester with a jail support number sign in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, facing police in riot gear. — During protests in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, following the death of Daunte Wright in April 2021, a demonstrator holds a sign displaying a phone number for jail support. This number, likely for the National Lawyers Guild or a similar organization, was intended to provide legal assistance to those arrested during the demonstrations. The presence of law enforcement in riot gear underscores the tense atmosphere of the protests, which were a response to police violence and systemic issues.

Abolish the MPD sign on a marcher in downtown Minneapolis. — Abolish the MPD protest sign on someones back during a march through downtown Minneapolis.

Fire Fire Gentrifire Protest sign — A protest sign reading "Fire Fire Gentrifire" is displayed on a fence along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis.

Protesters march at Minnesota State Capitol March 2021 — Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul in March 2021 to demand justice for George Floyd and an end to police brutality. The demonstration occurred nearly a year after Floyd's murder by Minneapolis police, an event that sparked widespread protests across the nation and globally. The Minnesota State Capitol building, completed in 1905, serves as the seat of government for the state and is a prominent landmark in the Twin Cities.

Justice 4 George sign on Minneapolis home — A sign reading "Justice 4 George" is displayed on a home at 3338 21st Avenue South in Minneapolis. This message reflects the widespread public outcry and protests that followed the murder of George Floyd, a Black man who died in police custody in Minneapolis in May 2020. The sign serves as a visible statement of solidarity and a demand for accountability within the community. The Minneapolis Uprising, sparked by Floyd's death, brought national and international attention to issues of racial injustice and police brutality.

A Man Was Lynched Yesterday Protest Signs — Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis during a snowstorm. The courthouse was the site of the Derek Chauvin murder trial, who was charged in the death of George Floyd. Signs carried by the protesters read "A Man Was Lynched Yesterday," referencing the ongoing racial injustice and police brutality protests that followed Floyd's murder on May 25, 2020.

George Floyd Rest In Power protest sign — A protester holds a sign reading "GEORGE FLOYD REST IN POWER" during a march in Minneapolis. The sign also lists the names of other individuals who died due to police brutality, including Eric Garner, Michael Brown, Tamir Rice, Breonna Taylor, and Philando Castile. This protest occurred during the trial of Derek Chauvin, the Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd. The sign serves as a memorial and a statement against racial injustice and police violence.

Minneapolis Park and Rec George Floyd Square — A sign marking George Floyd Square stands in the snow at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street in Minneapolis. This location became a focal point for protests and activism following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The square, initially an occupied protest zone, has since been transformed into a memorial and community space, reflecting ongoing efforts to address racial injustice and police brutality. The repurposed Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board sign signifies the area's transition and its enduring importance as a site of remembrance and civic engagement.

Keep the greenway enjoyable for all sign — A new regulatory sign stands on the Minneapolis Midtown Greenway, a 5.5-mile-long rail-to-trail urban corridor in Minneapolis, Minnesota, dedicated to pedestrians and cyclists. The sign lists rules including prohibitions against sleeping, camping, and erecting structures like tents or tarps. Its installation followed the eviction of a large homeless encampment from the greenway on December 17th and 18th.

Liquor Lyle's Bar Sign, Minneapolis — The Liquor Lyle's sign on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. November 2020.

Neighborhood Watch banner displayed on residential street in South Minneapolis with traffic control signs and yellow bollards. — A "Residents or Guest Only, No Trespassing" banner from the Neighbor Watch program hangs on a chain-link fence along a South Minneapolis residential block. Yellow traffic bollards and posted "One Way," "Do Not Enter," and "No Parking" signs restrict vehicle movement on the street. Neighborhood watch groups in Minneapolis are typically organized by residents in coordination with local police precincts to monitor and report suspicious activity on their blocks.

A Midtown Greenway sign with colorful striped barriers blocks vehicle access at Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis. — Painted concrete barricades and a Midtown Greenway sign at Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis.

A protester holds a Freedom Road Socialist Organization sign reading "The Whole Damn System Is Guilty as Hell." — Freedom Road Socialist Organization is a Marxist-Leninist group founded in the 1980s that organizes around anti-capitalist and anti-police causes in cities including Minneapolis. The phrase "the whole damn system is guilty as hell" has circulated in leftist protest movements since the 1970s, often invoked after police killings to argue that reform efforts fall short of addressing root causes.

"Vote Here" sign outside Westminster Presbyterian Church in downtown Minneapolis during the 2020 election. — Westminster Presbyterian Church sits at Nicollet Mall and 12th Street in downtown Minneapolis. Founded in 1857, it's one of the city's oldest congregations and has occupied its current Romanesque-style building since 1897. On this Election Day, a digital marquee reading "Vote by Nov. 3!" stood alongside a sidewalk sign marking the church as a polling location. Churches and other community institutions across Minneapolis regularly polling sites during municipal, state, and federal elections.

Orange notice from Hennepin County regarding encampment restrictions and COVID-19 resources posted on the Midtown Greenway in — Hennepin County and the Metropolitan Council's Regional Railroad Authority posted this notice along the Midtown Greenway during the summer of 2020, directing people living in encampments to shelter hotlines — 612-348-9410 for families, 612-248-2350 for single adults — and a COVID-19 nurse triage line at 612-348-5553. The notice cited Governor Tim Walz's executive order allowing counties to restrict or close encampments if adequate housing or shelter space became available, or if an encampment's size threatened residents' health and safety. It also listed pandemic guidelines: tents spaced at least 12 by 12 feet apart, six feet of distance between people, cloth face coverings for anyone over age two, outdoor gatherings capped at 25 people, and no more than 10 tents per encampment. The Midtown Greenway runs roughly five and a half miles through south Minneapolis along a former Milwaukee Road rail corridor, now used as a bicycle and pedestrian trail beneath street level.

Fellow Brother George Floyd — A paper sign bearing an image of George Floyd and the text 'FELLOW BROTHER GEORGE FLOYD' is affixed to the wooden facade of a business in Minneapolis. This memorial emerged in the aftermath of Floyd's killing in May 2020, becoming a widespread form of public expression during the subsequent protests and the Minneapolis Uprising. Such signs served to honor Floyd and articulate demands for justice within the urban landscape. Positioned alongside a video surveillance warning, the sign reflects the charged atmosphere and community responses in the city during this significant historical period.

Melted wendy’s sign after Minneapolis riots — The melted and torn sign of a Wendy's restaurant stands on Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis. This damage resulted from arson during the widespread protests and civil unrest that followed the May 25, 2020, death of George Floyd. The restaurant was among numerous businesses in the area that sustained significant damage or were destroyed during this period. Above the damaged Wendy's sign, a new sign for 'Quruxley Restaurant' is visible, indicating a change in tenancy or rebuilding efforts at the site.

Slice of new york pizza store on Nicollet Ave in Minneapolis — A Slice of New York pizza shop on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis is shown with its storefront windows boarded up. This protective measure was widely adopted by businesses in the area following the civil unrest and protests that erupted after the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. Despite the boarding, which includes messages like 'We Are Open' and murals referencing the Black Lives Matter movement, the establishment continues to operate for carry-out and delivery. The image reflects the resilience of local businesses and the visible impact of the historical events on the urban environment of Minneapolis.

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