Minneapolis Installs Parklets Near George Floyd Square

MINNEAPOLIS — The city of Minneapolis installed new parklets for the summer near George Floyd Square, located at 38th Street and Chicago. Parklets are spaces that act as an extension of the sidewalk into the street.

"Parklets are unique public gathering spaces built into the right-of way with seating, plantings and other amenities," the city said Thursday.

Businesses, neighborhood groups, and nonprofits can host the parklets.

City officials hope the parklets will act as "community corridors" that "make neighborhoods more vibrant and support local businesses."

"They add color and vibrancy to the streetscape, promote a sense of place and encourage traffic to slow down," the city said.

Parklet locations near George Floyd Square:

• Smoke in the Pit and Just Turkey, 38th Street and Chicago Avenue
• Dollar & Up, 37th Street and Chicago Avenue
• Butter Bakery Cafe, 37th Street and Nicollet Avenue
• Dancing Bear Chocolate, located at Thomas Ave N and 44th Ave N.

Learn more about Minneapolis parklets here.