How to Visit George Floyd Square Respectfully

George Floyd Square in Minneapolis is a place of remembrance, community, and connection. Visitors come from around the world to honor George Floyd, reflect on the movement for racial justice, and learn about the community surrounding the Square.

Located at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, George Floyd Square is also part of a neighborhood where people live, work, create, and gather. Local businesses, artists, and community members continue to care for the area and bring people together.

Whether you are planning your first visit or returning to the Square, here are ways to honor the memorial, connect with the neighborhood, and support the community.

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Learn About George Floyd Square Before You Visit

George Floyd Square holds deep meaning for the people who live and work nearby and for those affected by George Floyd’s murder. Take time to learn about George Floyd’s life, the events that brought people together at the intersection, and the movement for racial justice that continues today.

During your visit, read the messages and artwork around the Square. Give yourself time to reflect and listen to the voices of community members who share their experiences.

A guided tour offers an opportunity to learn more about the history of George Floyd Square and the community around it.

Be Thoughtful When Taking Photos

Photos help people remember and share their experiences, but George Floyd Square is a place of mourning and reflection. Be mindful of how your actions affect others who are visiting.

Ask permission before photographing people, and respect their answer if they do not want to be included. Before posing or sharing an image, consider whether it honors the memorial and the people connected to it.

Treat the Memorial and Artwork With Care

The memorial, artwork, and offerings around George Floyd Square carry meaning for the people who created and placed them there. Please avoid moving or removing items, and leave the spaces as you found them.

Remember that neighbors and businesses use the surrounding streets and sidewalks every day. Keep pathways open, dispose of trash properly, and be considerate of the people around you.

Support George Floyd Square Businesses

George Floyd Square is a place where the community comes together through art, music, markets, and other gatherings. Attending an event is a way to experience the neighborhood, meet local artists and business owners, and connect with the people who make the Square a welcoming place.

Explore upcoming George Floyd Square events when planning your visit, or return for a gathering that interests you.

Attend a George Floyd Square Event

George Floyd Square is a place where the community comes together through art, music, markets, and other gatherings. Attending an event is a way to experience the neighborhood, meet local artists and business owners, and connect with the people who make the Square a welcoming place.

Explore upcoming George Floyd Square events when planning your visit, or return for a gathering that interests you.

Support Memorialize the Movement

Supporting the community can continue after your visit. One way to give back is to learn about Memorialize the Movement, an organization that collects and preserves plywood protest murals created during the Minneapolis Uprising of 2020 and beyond.

These murals help preserve the art, voices, and history connected to the movement for racial justice. Visit our donation page to learn more about Memorialize the Movement and support its work.

Stay Connected to George Floyd Square

Your visit does not have to be your last connection to the neighborhood. Follow local businesses and community organizations, share their work, and tell others about the places and people you discovered. Return for a tour, attend an event, or bring a friend to explore the Square with you.

Visiting George Floyd Square respectfully means taking time to honor its history and support the community that continues to care for it. We welcome you to learn, reflect, and connect with the neighborhood.

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