501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1977 with a mission of enriching lives in the La Crosse region and beyond through visual, performing, and literary arts.

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Visual Arts

Three Exhibition Galleries that are free and open to the public. Artwork selected through a juried process. Gallery artwork is for sale and changes every other month.

Gallery Exhibitions

Art Studio

Open Studio Memberhsips
Wheel Throwing
Monthly Clay Classes
Paint and Pour
Painting and Drawing

All Open Classes

Performing Arts

Grey Area Productions
Live Music
Special Events

All Performances

Pump House Closed

Thursday, November 28 for Thanksgiving

Open regular hours Friday, November 29 and Saturday, November 30

Upcoming Events

Artist Reception & Performance

People of the Woodland Tribes Group Exhibition

Friday, November 8
5-8 PM

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November Paint & Pour

Berthe Morisot – Roses Tremieres Hollyhocks 1884

Master Series painting

Saturday, November 9, 2024, 12:30-3:00 PM

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November Clay Class

Ceramic Ornaments

November 12 & 19, 2024 (2-session course)

5:30-7 PM

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Small Mouth Sounds

Presented by Grey Area Productions

November 14-17 & 21-24, 2024

Sponsored by City of La Crosse Arts Board

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FILM SOCIETY 2024-25 SEASON

November 17, 2024

5 PM

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Artist Reception

M E Fuller

Friday, December 6
5-7 PM

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Introduction to Abstract Painting Workshop

With M E Fuller

Saturday, December 7

10:30 AM – 2:00 PM

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2025-26 Gallery Season & Artspire 2025 Art Vendor

Applications accepted until January 31, 2025

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Art Adoption Center - Fundraiser for the Arts

Pump House Regional Arts Center is opening an art adoption center as a fundraiser 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.

Gallery

CURRENT EXHIBITIONS

November 6th, 2024 – January 4th, 2025

M E Fuller

Landscapes and Mindscapes

Kader Gallery

Artist Reception December 6th, 2024, 5-7 PM

People of the Woodland Tribes

Group Exhibition

Front Gallery

Artist Reception & Performance: November 8, 2024 | 5-8 PM

Holmen High School

Youth Art Exhibition

October 16 – November 9, 2024

Balcony Gallery

2024-25 Visual Arts Exhibitions

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WEDDINGS

SPECIAL EVENTS

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Join us in our mission to enhance the quality of life in the Coulee Region by maintaining the Pump House as a cultural center, and by promoting a wide range of visual, literary, and performing arts.

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.

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Incredible place with knowledgeable staff. They host some great exhibits, performances, and events! The building itself is even interesting! Great place to see and experience the talent in our community! Love love love!

- Carly F.

Awards and Grants

A group of community leaders stand in front of a sponsor board holding an award

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.

La Crosse Tribune Article by Chloe Hilles

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. ”

News 8000 article by Emily Haugen

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.

WIZM News article by Brad Williams