An Evening with President Lech Wałęsa

📅 September 30, 2025
⏰ 6 p.m.
📍 Minneapolis Convention Center
📌 Auditorium
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Meet the man who defended freedom and became one of the world’s greatest leaders. His courage and vision inspired millions to believe that a better world is possible. Now, Lech Walesa, the living legend who defeated communism and pushed the world toward democracy, is coming to the U.S. and Canada on his first-ever Grand Lecture Tour. Listen as he takes you behind the scenes of one of history’s greatest turning points – and into the future we must build together. Join the Nobel Peace Prize winner and trailblazing leader of Poland’s Solidarity movement for an unforgettable evening of insight and inspiration. His story of standing up for the people and his lasting impact on democracy will shine a light on the possibilities that lie ahead.

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