Visual Arts
Art Studio
Open Studio Memberhsips
Wheel Throwing
Monthly Clay Classes
Painting and Drawing
PUMP HOUSE WILL BE CLOSED ON:
Monday, September 1 – Labor Day
Saturday, September 27 – Oktoberfest Parade
Every Brilliant Thing
A play by Duncan MacMillan with Jonny Donahoe
Directed by Pete Rydberg
Presented by Grey Area Productions
September Clay Class - Ceramic Owl
Tues, Sept. 16 & 23
5:30-7:00 PM
$35 – General Public | $30 – Pump House Members
Flow State Literary Series
Film Society
25-26 Season Tickets Now Available
JOIN OR RENEW
Full season, 3-pack and 6-pack tickets available
First Screening: September 28, 2025
Artist Reception
Friday, October 3, 2025, 5-7 PM
Join us to welcome and celebrate artists Ellen Mahaffy, Cyndie Rauls & Juliet Buri
Free open house reception. Complimentary snacks and a cash bar available.
Tigre! Tigre!
October 3, 7 PM
Free
operetta featuring a live band and classically trained vocalists, lavish puppetry and scenic design, and a hilarious whirlwind of clowning and physical theater
Intro to Relief Wood Carving
Sat, October 4, 12:30-3:30 PM
Instructor: Kevin Ewing
Cost: $75 – General Public | $70 – Pump House Members
Ages 12+ – For anyone interested in learning the basic carving skills for a lifetime of creative endeavors
FUNDRAISER
Pump House Regional Arts Center opened an art adoption center featuring donated art pieces in search of loving homes.
All proceeds go toward the Pump House, which is a 501(c)3 nonprofit art center, supporting the continuation of inclusive and accessible art programming.
Restroom Renovation Fund
Restroom Renovation Fund established November 2024 in response to community support of the project. Total fund goal $13,290.03 to cover historic building updates required during Women’s Bathroom construction.
Lights Up Fund
Lights Up Fund established in August 2025 for stage light renovation at the Pump House Regional Arts Center. Total fund goal of $50,000 to improve the quality, environmental sustainability, and longevity of the performance space.
CURRENT EXHIBITIONS
September 10, – November 1, 2025
Artist Reception: Friday, October 3, 2025 | 5-7 PM | Free
Ellen Mahaffy
A Life Undone
Kader Gallery
Cyndie Rauls
Too Much and Not Enough
Kader Gallery
Juliet Maya
Lightning Miracles
Front Gallery
La Crosse County 4-H
September 10 – October 11, 2025
Balcony Gallery
Artist Reception: Sept 16, 2025, 5-7 PM
Join or Renew as a Member
Funds generated through ticket sales, events, classes, memberships, and donations help us support this mission, provide free admission to all galleries, tuition sponsorships, and diverse arts programming for all ages.
Awards and Grants
The Pump House Regional Arts Center was recently recognized for its efforts and support of the arts, culture, and creativity within La Crosse! The Creative Community Champion Award was presented by Create Wisconsin to the city of La Crosse, the City Arts Board, and the Pump House.
The Pump House Regional Arts Center was recently awarded a State Tourism Grant to help foster a healthy community.
“The grant will be used to improve and update its restroom facilities and replace chairs in the theater. The Pump House receives more than 50,000 visitors in a typical year. ”
At the start of National Travel and Tourism week, Governor Tony Evers made a stop at the Pump House in La Crosse. The Pump House received a grant in late 2022 for building improvements. “The arts are part of the tourism industry here in Wisconsin,” Evers said, noting the Pump House is one reason why visitors should come downtown.
Address
119 King Street, La Crosse, WI, 54601
Call Us
608-785-1434
Email Us
contact@thepumphouse.org
Hours
MON. 9AM – 5PM
TUES. 9AM – 7PM
WED. 9AM – 5PM
THURS. 9AM – 5PM
FRI. 9 AM – 5PM*
SAT. 12PM – 4PM*
SUN. CLOSED
*Closing time may vary due to performances and events.
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