Minneapolis Murals are are full of life and color. We’ve lived in Minneapolis for over 10 years, so I’m excited to share this list of some of our favorites around different areas of Minneapolis: Downtown, Northeast, and Uptown. Perfect to get that unique Instagram shot!
Most Instagrammable Minneapolis Murals – Downtown
Bob Dylan mural
Artist: Eduardo Kobra
Location: 5th and Hennepin
This mural is an ode to Minnesota singer-songwriter, Bob Dylan. The largest mural on this list, you can’t miss it on your way through Downtown Minneapolis.
Baby I’m a star
Artist: Greg Gossel
Location: 930 Hennepin Ave
Prince’s “Baby, I’m a Star,” lyrics are the focal point of this mural, along with a retro pink convertible (not pictured). A hidden gem right on Hennepin that you might not notice unless you’re looking for it!
I really love you
Location: Periscope
This mural has a great message, saying “I really love you.” It hangs in the back of the Periscope Creative Agency on Washington Ave and spreads the message of love to the city of Minneapolis.
Color block wall
Location: 1101 S 3rd St
If you’re looking for a colorful Minneapolis mural, this is your spot. Located right next to US Bank Stadium, this wall if visible to the many sports fans and concert-goers who frequent the area. FYI there is a black fence around the building, so you can’t get up close.
First Ave Stars
Location: First Avenue
The most iconic wall in Minneapolis, if not all of Minnesota is the First Ave silver stars. Featuring artists who have played at the concert venue, it’s fun to look around and find your favorite. Just make sure to find Prince’s special gold star right near the entry.
Bulldogs
Artist: Chuck U
Location: The Bulldog Downtown
The intricate details of this mural on the Bulldog Bar Downtown is so neat to see! Snap a photo by the cute bulldog or walk to the other side of the building to see another great mural!
Music note wall
Location: 10th and Marquette
The music note wall and its giant music notes spans an entire building in downtown Minneapolis. It was painted in 1972 when the Schmitt Music store occupied the building and wanted something more exciting than a brown brick wall. The music piece that’s on the wall is arguably one of the most difficult pieces to play for a solo pianist, bu French composer Maurice Ravel.
Most Instagrammable Minneapolis Murals – North Loop/Northeast
Happiness
Location: Sip Coffeebar
This sign obviously isn’t a mural, but is one of my favorite walls in Minneapolis. A quirky sign and a fun one to take photos in front of!
Prince Mural
Artist: Jonas Never
Location: Floyd’s 99 Barbershop
The newest mural on this list is this 30 ft high rendering of Minnesota music icon, Prince. Located in the North Loop of Minneapolis, not necessarily Northeast, but close enough!
PBR Squirrels
Artists: Broken Crow
Location: 1029 Bar
The squirrels paddling their way through a lake in a PBR can is just as quirky as the 1029 bar itself. A fun retro mural!
Greetings from Minneapolis
Artist: Val Carpenter
Location: 515 1st Ave
The perfect spot to snap a photo in front of if you’re visiting Minneapolis! It shows one of the most popular views of the city, as seen from across the river next to the Stone Arch Bridge.
I like you
Location: I Like You
Every time I drive by this wall, it seems there’s people in front of it taking photos! And I totally see why – it’s a fun wall and a fun message! The store inside is full of gifts made by Minnesota artists – make sure to check it out!
Most Instagrammable Minneapolis Murals – Uptown
Rise & Shine
Artist: Color Gypsy
Location: Up Yoga (4325 Nicollet Ave)
Another colorful Minneapolis mural can be found around Uptown at Up Yoga. What a great message as you run into yoga class – love it!
Bde Maka Ska
Location: Elzamel Market
I can’t give you Uptown murals without a mural of Bde Maka Ska, previously known as Lake Calhoun. The other side of the building has some more fun Minneapolis signs – lots of color!
Uptown mural
Artist: Adam Turman
Location: 2913 Harriet Ave
Find famous scenes of the Uptown and Lyn Lake area at this mural. We love the trees in this wall – so pretty! Adam Turman is a popular MN-based artist and it was great to see his work up close.
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You Betcha
Artists: Robb McNeill, David Chang, and Ian O’Neill
Location: Sota Clothing
The You Betcha mural isn’t in Minneapolis, but in the nearby St. Louis Park. It’s on the wall of Sota Clothing Company, so make sure to stop in for some MN goodies while you’re there!
