The Joint & Cabooze Bars, Minneapolis, ‘It Will Get Better’

The Joint Bar and The Cabooze, two long-standing music venues and bars, stand illuminated on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis during the initial COVID-19 pandemic closures in March 2020. The marquee of The Cabooze displays the message 'IT WILL GET BETTER,' offering a sentiment of hope amidst the widespread shutdown of businesses. Both establishments, located in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood, have historically served as significant cultural hubs for live music and community gatherings on the city's West Bank. Their temporary closure reflects the profound impact of the pandemic on local entertainment venues and the broader urban environment.