Black culture, heritage and history has been instrumental in making Minneapolis the city it is today. We recognize the importance of sharing the voices and stories of our Black community, now at this pivotal moment in history and always. Here are some resources to help learn about and continue to support Black lives in Minneapolis.
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Learn more about how Meet Minneapolis is dedicated to speaking up for social justice and read a statement from Meet Minneapolis CEO, Melvin Tennant.
On May 25, 2020, George Floyd was killed while in custody of the Minneapolis police. This incident has forever changed the city of Minneapolis and shed light on the injustices that are being faced by Black people every day. As the city faces these challenges, there is a focus on growth and racial healing through the support of the Black Lives Matter movement and memorializing George Floyd.
38th and Chicago
The intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in South Minneapolis is the site of George Floyd's death and has become a gathering place for people to pay their respects and remember him. It is an important space for racial healing and justice among many members of the community and visitors from all over. This area, also called George Floyd Square, pays tribute to his life and is a powerful way for the Minneapolis community to rally around the importance of Black lives.
Remembering George Floyd Through Minneapolis Public Art
The local push to keep the visual story of George Floyd a Black story
KARE 11: Twin Cities hip-hop artist Nur‑D talks about his album ‘38th and Chicago Avenue’
Nur-D said in the most harrowing moments during the unrest following George Floyd's death, he asked himself if he had said all he wanted to say as a musician.
The Minneapolis Black community has achieved major accomplishments throughout history but has also had to do so while enduring struggles with inequality. Learning about these historical narratives within our community plays a central role in understanding Minneapolis as a city.
Black-owned businesses need your support and Minneapolis is filled with plenty of opportunities to do so.
From innovators who are trying to make waves in their industry to how our local businesses and neighborhoods are evolving, these are the stories that need to be heard from our Black community.
While on my journey as a photographer, I have developed a direct connection to time, peace, and freedom. These are the things that inspire me to create every day. My photography is a reflection of who I am. I want to capture the world from a new perspective. I want to show the beauty of the world with my photos, and inspire the viewer to see the world with new focus and vision.
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Mecca Bos is a longtime Twin Cities based food writer and professional chef. Her work can be found locally and nationally and on her Patreon page, patreon.com/meccabos. She specializes in stories about women, people of color, and especially Black people working in the food industry. She loves a cheap wine paired with a good taco.
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