LIST: Several events dedicated to memory of George Floyd

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HOUSTON - It's been a year since Houston native George Floyd was killed by a police officer in Minneapolis.

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His death sparked outrage across the state and around the nation, with demonstrators calling for a closer look into police reform.

Protesters gather outside the Hennepin County Family Justice Center ahead of the pre-trial hearing for the officers charged in George Floyd's death.

And though a grand jury has found Derek Chauvin, the officer responsible for Floyd's death, guilty on all charges including Murder, loved ones are still reeling.

George Floyd died after being arrested by Minneapolis police on Memorial Day in 2020.

To honor his memory, several events are taking place this including President Joe Biden inviting his family to the White House and a memorial in a Houston park.

Groundbreaking ceremony for memorial in honor of George Floyd

It's been a year since Houston-native, George Floyd was killed by a Minneapolis police officer but loved ones continue to reel. On Sunday, a special memorial was installed at a Houston park. FOX 26 Houston was there to capture the heartwarming moment as several officials came to deliver remarks.

See below for a complete list of upcoming events this week:

Sunday, March 23, 2021:

Memorial in Houston park in honor of George Floyd- 6 p.m.

Tuesday, March 25, 2021:

President Joe Biden hosts Floyd's family at the White House.
Honoring the life of George Floyd event with Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee -5 p.m.
George Floyd Memorial Dedication with Gertrude Jane Stone

Friday, May 28, 2021: