# Event Details

- **Event Name**: MORTON: The Forgotten Founder
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Presented by Finlandia Foundation National, FinnFest USA, and Frank Theatre for a One-Night-Only Free Outdoor Performance at Minnehaha Park during FinnFest 2026!

Commissioned by Finlandia Foundation National as the centerpiece of FinnFest 2026—celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence—MORTON: The Forgotten Founder is a one-act historical play with music. The production spotlights John Morton, a Founding Father of Finnish descent who cast one of the historic swing votes in the Pennsylvania delegation that tipped the balance toward American independence.

Staged in the spirited tradition of Finland’s beloved kesäteatteri (summer outdoor theatre), the fast-paced, 60-minute comedy features a versatile SIX-actor ensemble portraying a dynamic gallery of Revolutionary-era figures alongside live musical accompaniment.

The evening’s festivities begin at 6:00 PM with an opening context address by Jay Smith, Finlandia Foundation National’s Lecturer of the Year. 

Following the play, the stage transitions to a live community dance and concert by Twin Cities folk ensemble Lauluaika (“Song Time”), performing traditional hall music and dance tunes that have animated Finnish-American social halls for generations.


RUN TIME: ~60 minutes (no intermission); post-show music to follow.

ADMISSION: FREE and open to the public. Advance RSVPs encouraged, not required

RSVP & INFORMATION: Visit form.jotform.com/262224359642155
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/minneapolis/morton-the-forgotten-founder/200030605428728
- **Event Categories**: Art, Theatre, Entertainment, Concerts, performances, Music, comedy
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Minneapolis
- **state**: MN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Pavilion at Minnehaha Falls, 4801 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55406
- **lat**: 44.94844
- **long**: -93.23406
- **full address**: Pavilion at Minnehaha Falls, 4801 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55406, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is MORTON: The Forgotten Founder being held?
  - **A:** MORTON: The Forgotten Founder takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Pavilion at Minnehaha Falls, 4801 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55406, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing MORTON: The Forgotten Founder?
  - **A:** MORTON: The Forgotten Founder is organized by Frank Theatre.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** MORTON: The Forgotten Founder is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Minneapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If MORTON: The Forgotten Founder sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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