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| A festive welcome for Diane and the gift of kanteles |
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| Diane's kantele collection--ready for players |
Cokato’s historical Temperance Hall, which continues to serve as a focal point of Finnish-American culture, is one of many Finn Halls that existed across the country from the late 1800s through the1950s. Finn Halls hosted a diverse range of educational, theatrical and musical activities and created a thriving social network for Finnish-Americans. Located 3 miles north of Cokato at County Roads 3 and 100 at Temperance Corner, the Hall is owned and lovingly maintained by
Cokato Finnish-American Historical Society Also at Temperance Corner:
- The Log Cabin – Built in 1866, this 10′ x 12′ cabin was home to 15+ people one winter.
- Savu Sauna – Built in 1868, acclaimed to be the oldest sauna in North America.
- Temperance Hall – One of the oldest functioning temperance halls, built about 1896.
- Lee School house – Opened in 1899 and originally located in French Lake Township.
- Pioneer Memorial – Erected July 1949 in memory of the Finnish pioneers.
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