How To Respectfully Visit George Floyd Square
People came together after George Floyd was murdered on May 25, 2020, at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis. They brought flowers, painted murals, made signs, and filled the streets with grief, anger, love, and demands for justice. What grew here reached far beyond Minneapolis and became part of a global movement for racial justice.
The murals, flowers, and messages left throughout the Square hold memories that must not be forgotten. They honor George Floyd and others whose lives were taken by police violence, while telling the story of a community that continues to show up, create, remember, and care for one another.
When you visit, take your time. Look at the artwork. Read the messages. Remember that this is a place where people grieved, gathered, and continue to seek justice. While you’re here, get to know the neighborhood and support the local businesses, artists, and community organizations that keep it going.
The Vibrant Neighborhood of George Floyd Square
The Vibrant Neighborhood of George Floyd Square
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Tour the George Floyd Square through Art, Culture and History
There is no replacement for visiting George Floyd Square in person. The murals, the memorials, and the people who gathered here tell a story of grief, courage, and a community that refused to be silent. Join a tour to learn what happened here, hear the stories behind the art, and understand why this place matters until now.
Before You Visit George Floyd Square, Start Here
Take a moment to understand the place, learn how to move through it with respect, and find ways to support the neighborhood while you’re here.
George Floyd Square is a place of Respectful Memory
Read the messages, respect the memorials, and remember the lives lost. This is a neighborhood where people live, work, gather, and remember.
Check the latest access and parking information before you arrive, so you can plan your visit with confidence.
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Black Lives Matter and the Fight Continues
The raised Black fist stands for a fight that is far from over: The fight against racism, justice, and a world where Black lives are valued and protected. Stop by Mystic Healing Stones to claim your Obsidian Black Fist as a powerful piece to display for your home or workspace.
Support the Community
The people and businesses around George Floyd Square are part of what makes this neighborhood special. Stop in, shop local, share their work, and bring others along. Every visit is a chance to show support for the people who continue to care for this community.
Memorialize the Movement (MTM) is a living archive dedicated to collecting, preserving, and activating the plywood protest murals that were created during the Minneapolis Uprising of 2020 and beyond. By providing space for youth, artists, and our BIPOC community to heal, reflect, and learn, MTM seeks to address the issues of police brutality, community safety, and representation for Black and Brown creatives and conservators.
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