George Perry Floyd Square at 38th & Chicago

We honor the memory of George Perry Floyd as we work to redevelop the site of his murder.

George Floyd Square construction begins June 2026

After years of community engagement, the City is moving forward with construction at George Floyd Square.

The project reflects input from those who helped shaped the future of the Square. This includes:

  • Neighbors
  • Artists
  • Businesses
  • Caretakers 
  • Community members

George Floyd Square remains an important place for remembrance, healing, protest and community connection.

The next phase will create a safer, more welcoming and more accessible public space.

Learn about construction impacts and timelines

The history and future of George Floyd Square

George Perry Floyd was murdered at 38th St. E. and Chicago Ave. on May 25, 2020. In the days and years that followed, the intersection became a gathering place for:

  • Protest
  • Calls for racial justice
  • Remembrance and community care.

It is now known as George Floyd Square.

Since 2020, the City has worked with community members, local organizations, artists, businesses and caretakers to plan long-term improvements to the area.

The project includes:

  • Street reconstruction
  • Public space improvements
  • Ongoing efforts to preserve access to community-created memorials
  • Honoring the history of the site
Memorial for George Floyd at 38th & Chicago - photo by Chad Davis - Minneapolis

Community engagement resources

You can download PDFs on our community engagement resources page to get information about:

  • George Floyd Square visioning workshops
  • George Floyd Square fact sheets
  • Peoples' Way technical study design ideas with visuals
  • Right-of-Way concept development with visuals

Download our community engagement resources

Related plans and projects

Contact us

Alexander Kado

Office of Public Service

 

Phone

612-673-3080

Address

City Hall
350 Fifth St. S., Room 333
Minneapolis, MN 55415

Office hours

8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday