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Photo 550-026-811: Government Plaza Station

Northwest view at night; July 4, 2021

Government Plaza Station: Northwest view at night; July 4, 2021

Connected to Government Plaza Station (Minneapolis)

Photo credits: Ryan Hildebrand
Assigned category: building at night
Keywords: Government Plaza Station, Minneapolis, Minnesota

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