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.

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History

We remember the past as we plan for the future.

Peoples' Way

The former gas station site will remain a community space. Help shape its future.

Community engagement

We encourage the community to share thoughts about the future of George Floyd Square.

Arts, culture and events

Community artists are inspiring the area design plans.

George Perry Floyd Square

George Perry Floyd was murdered at 38th St. E. and Chicago Ave. on May 25, 2020.  

Former officer Derek Chauvin was convicted of murder in Floyd’s death on April 20, 2021. 

The area is now called George Perry Floyd Square (GFS). 

We are working with the community to re-envision this area.

Memorial for George Floyd at 38th & Chicago - photo by Chad Davis - Minneapolis

George Floyd Square plan approved after robust community input

The plan for George Floyd Square was approved in December 2025. Construction will start in 2026. What started as a place for protest and remembering has now become an important memorial for people all over the world. The idea for this special place has been created by the people who live nearby. Listen to community members as the city moves forward with a plan that has been shaped by years of care, conversations, and hope for the future.

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

Related plans and projects

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Done

THRIVE Development Plan

The plan was approved in 2021. We're putting it into action now.
38th and Chicago intersection
In process

38th & Chicago Re-envisioned

We're working on the design and reconstruction of the intersection.
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In process

3rd Precinct station plans

The 3rd Precinct police station will be built at 2633 Minnehaha Ave.

Contact us

Alexander Kado

Office of Public Service

 

Email 38th and Chicago

 

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