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Pump House Regional Arts Center

Pump House Regional Arts Center
119 King Street
608-785-1434

Mission:

The mission of the Pump House Regional Arts Center is to:Enhance the quality of life in the region by maintaining the Pump House as a cultural center; and by promoting a wide range of visual and performing arts activities including performance, participation and appreciation.

About Us:

The Pump House Regional Arts Center, located in the historic La Crosse, Wisconsin water pumping station, offers a wide range of visual and performing arts activities. The Pump House contains three visual art galleries, the 140 seat Dayton Theatre, art education classrooms with kiln and ceramics workspace, a conference room and meeting areas.

The Pump House is a nonprofit organization that has maintained this building as a cultural center since 1977. Funding is provided in part through private donations and memberships as well as assistance through the United Fund for the Arts and Humanities (UFAH). Further generous support is received from many area businesses throughout the tri-state region.


Upcoming Events at Pump House Regional Arts Center

Exhibition - People of the Woodland Tribes

Monday, Dec 23, 2024 from 9:00am to 5:00pm
La Crosse, WI
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Exhibition - People of the Woodland Tribes

Tuesday, Dec 24, 2024 from 9:00am to 7:00pm
La Crosse, WI
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Exhibition - People of the Woodland Tribes

Thursday, Dec 26, 2024 from 9:00am to 5:00pm
La Crosse, WI
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Exhibition - People of the Woodland Tribes

Friday, Dec 27, 2024 from 9:00am to 5:00pm
La Crosse, WI
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Exhibition - People of the Woodland Tribes

Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm
La Crosse, WI
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Exhibition - People of the Woodland Tribes

Monday, Dec 30, 2024 from 9:00am to 5:00pm
La Crosse, WI
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Exhibition - People of the Woodland Tribes

Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 from 9:00am to 7:00pm
La Crosse, WI
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Exhibition - People of the Woodland Tribes

Thursday, Jan 2, 2025 from 9:00am to 5:00pm
La Crosse, WI
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Exhibition - People of the Woodland Tribes

Friday, Jan 3, 2025 from 9:00am to 5:00pm
La Crosse, WI
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Exhibition - People of the Woodland Tribes

Saturday, Jan 4, 2025 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm
La Crosse, WI
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Recent News

Pump House Arts Center Studio Newsletter: October-November 2024

ART STUDIO NEWSLETTER Featured Events for October-November, 2024 PAINT & POUR - Yayoi Kusama| Pumpkin (1998) Tuesday, October 22 6:00 - 8:30 PM $40 General Public $35 PH Members Instructor: Olivia Bull …

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Pump House Partners with La Crosse Adventure Films and Local Artists in 'Art in the Wild'

Join Us at Art in the Wild! The Pump House Regional Arts Center Be Green Project and the La Crosse Community Foundation are sponsoring the Art in the Wild sculpture. Art in the Wild is a free event featuring the sculptural work of local artists…

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Pump House Arts Center Art Studio Newsletter for September - October, 2024

Featured Events for September - October, 2024 October Clay Class - Owl Candle Holder Tuesday, October 8 & 15 (2 session course) 5:30 - 7:00 PM $35 General Public $30 PH Members Instructor: Scott Onsager Details Paint & Pour -…

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Grey Area Productions Presents Comedy, 'Small Mouth Sounds' at Pump House

La Crosse, WI -- Can silence bring inner peace? Find out at Grey Area Productions latest theatrical offering, 'Small Mouth Sounds' by Bess Wohl. The comedy runs November 14-17 and 21-24, 2024. This ingenious physical comedy invites you to immerse…

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2024-2025 Gallery Season Opens at Pump House Regional Arts Center!

La Crosse, WI - The Pump House Regional Arts Center announces that new gallery exhibitions by Nadia Alkhun, Lydia Hansen and Quenten Brown now through November 2nd, 2024. Galleries are always open and free to the public for viewing during Pump…

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Enjoy 'A Night in New York City' with Cocktails and Cabaret!

Enjoy 'A Night in New York City' with Cocktails and Cabaret! La Crosse, WI - Start spreadin' the news! Nancy Allen and her tremendous 14-person cast of Cocktails and Cabaret return to the Pump House Regional Arts Center Oct. 10-12, 2024 with their…

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Don Harvey Duo Presents John Prine Tribute Concert

La Crosse, WI - Tickets are on sale now for Souvenirs, A John Prine Tribute Concert presented by the Don Harvey Duo. John Prine is widely cited as one of the most influential songwriters of his generation. He produced 26 albums, garnering 5 Grammy…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center Newsletter - July 2024

La Crosse Storytelling Festival July 19 & 20, 2024 Enjoy the magic of storytelling all weekend long! Presented by the Bluff Country Tale Spinners, the 2024 La Crosse Storytelling Festival welcomes talented tellers from across the nation to join…

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Artspire Moves to Riverside Park!

La Crosse, WI - Returning for its 11th year, the beloved arts celebration, Artspire, moves to Riverside Park! Presented by the Pump House Regional Arts Center, Artspire is an all-inclusive event that attracts, engages, and connects our diverse…

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Call To Artists Now Open: Artspire - Inspired By La Crosse 2024

Call to Artists Open for Artspire 2024 ‘Inspired by La Crosse’ Public Art Competition Awarding three artists a $200 Cash prize with art displayed at La Crosse City Hall The Inspired by La Crosse Art Competition is your chance to…

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Inspired by La Crosse Art Competition is Now Accepting Submissions

The Pump House Regional Arts Center, in conjunction with Artspire La Crosse, proudly presents the Inspired by La Crosse Art Competition. In celebration of La Crosse’s creative community, this competition provides a unique opportunity to…

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The Magic of Isaiah Returns with Special Guest 'Kris Wrobel'

La Crosse, WI - The Magic of Isaiah returns to the Pump House with Magical Midway of Fun! This time around, he invites fellow magician, Kris Wrobel, to the stage. The fun resumes at the Pump House Regional Arts Center located on 119 King Street in…

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Grey Area Productions Presents 'Brilliant Traces'

La Crosse, WI - The Pump House proudly welcomes back Grey Area Productions as they present their latest play, Brilliant Traces by Cindy Lou Johnson. The show runs April 18-21 and April 25-28, 2024. Performances start at 7:30pm Thursday-Saturday and…

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Celebrate the Mighty Mississippi at the Pump House

La Crosse, WI - Join us at the Pump House Regional Arts Center to celebrate the 100th anniversary of our Upper Mississippi National Wildlife and Fish Refuge. Sponsored by the Friends of Pool 7 & 8, the Pump House will present two performances of…

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Journey through the Heart of Americana with 'The Wildwoods'

La Crosse, WI -- Join us for a folk/Americana concert that defies the boundaries of genre. The charming and nostalgic trio, The Wildwoods, return to La Crosse for a concert at Pump House Regional Arts Center on 119 King Street in downtown La…

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Abundant Arts Experiences for All in 2024

Grateful for the community connection we experienced with you in 2023, we look forward to an abundant 2024; creating in the art studio, dancing at the Johnsmith concert, celebrating exhibiting artists, reflective conversation at Film Society and…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center News - October 27, 2023

The Thin Place This Weekend Only October 27 – 28 | 7:30 PM October 29 | 2:00 PM "Ok, whatever you're doing, stop. Seriously. You need to get your tickets for Grey Area Productions' "The Thin Place," being performed one more weekend at…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center Welcomes Naomi Hart, Cynthia Starkweather-Nelson and Karen Genz

August 4- Artist Reception at Pump House Regional Arts Center Welcomes Naomi Hart, Cynthia Starkweather-Nelson and Karen Genz LA CROSSE, WI August 2023 - The Pump House Regional Arts Center invites and welcomes all community members to attend our…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center News - July 20, 2023

La Crosse, WI - Tickets are on sale now for bestselling author, humorist, and singer/songwriter, Michael Perry. He returns to the Pump House Regional Arts Center's Dayton Theater on September 22, 2023 for a performance at 7:30 pm. Perry’s…

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Harmonious Wail Presents 'Simon and Simon'

Special Guest: Leila Duclos Tickets are on sale now for the Pump House Regional Arts Center's opening concert. Renowned gypsy jazz band, Harmonious Wail, presents their newest program - 'Simon & Simon' in the Pump House's Dayton Theater. The…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center Newsletter - July 2023

July 2023 News & Updates Thank you for a great Artspire 2023! The 10th annual Artspire celebration was held on June 10, 2023. We had a great turnout. All attendees enjoyed great music and performances, the Fine Art Fair & Sale, Interactive…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center News - June 27, 2023

20th Annual La Crosse Storytelling Festival July 21 and 22, 2023 La Crosse, WI - The Pump House Regional Arts Center provides fun for all ages July 21-22, 2023 at the 20th Annual Storytelling Festival. When the La Crosse Storytelling Festival…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center Newsletter - May 2023

In Our Galleries April 19 - May 16 All Schools Show La Crosse Logan & Central Schools Kader Gallery Aquinas High School Front Gallery Aquinas Middle School Balcony Gallery Artist Reception & First Friday Downtown Art Walk…

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2023 Artspire Fine Art Fair & Sale Vendors Announced!

The Artspire Fine Art Fair & Sale will showcase over 50 artists with variety of mediums including photography, wood work, sculpture, fiber arts, pottery and more! Held on King Street outside the Pump House. Saturday, June 10, 2023 10am - 5pm…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center Newsletter - April 2023

In Our Theater Moors & McCumber April 6, 2023 7:30 PM Ellis Paul’s 30th Anniversary Tour with Radoslav Lorkovi? Opening performance by Nick Droz April 22, 2023 7:30 PM Music of Pakistan Sana Illahe Concert April 15, 2023…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center : Artspire 10 for 10 Fundraiser

Celebrating 10 years of Artspire! 2023 marks the 10th Anniversary of Artspire La Crosse and we’re celebrating with a 10 for 10 fundraiser! In honor and recognition of our 10th year, join us in reaching our goal of $10,000 with a simple…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center -Grey Area Productions Presents Becky Shaw at the Pump House

Grey Area Productions presents us with Gina Gionfriddo's 2009 Pulitzer Prize Finalist, Becky Shaw. Directed by Steven Walker, Becky Shaw will be featured center stage at the Pump House theatre, opening March 23 through April 2 featuring a cast of…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center : Inspired by La Crosse 2023 Art Competition

Awarding three artists a $200 Cash prize with art displayed at La Crosse City Hall To celebrate and recognize La Crosse’s creative community, sponsored in part by City of La Crosse Arts Board, the Pump House Regional Arts Center presents the…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center News and Updates - March 2023

Inspired by La Crosse Art Competition Call to Artists Open March 6, 2023 We are calling all regional artists to share what they love about La Crosse and what inspires them about the area with this Call to Artists! The ‘Inspired by La…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center -Pump House Announces New Executive Director

The Pump House Announces New Executive Director Allison Krzych named Pump House's Executive Director The Board of Directors for the Pump House Regional Arts Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Allison Krzych to the position of…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center News and Updates - Feburary 2023

The Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Allison Krzych has been named Executive Director of the Pump House Regional Arts Center. Allison has been a valued employee since 2020 and most recently, served as the Interim Executive Director…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center - Deadline for Pump House Annual Call to Artists

Pump House Call to Artists for Next Gallery Exhibit Season and Artspire 2023 Fine Art Fair & Sale Deadline Quickly Approaching Apply Online by January 31, 2023 including NEW Call to Artists for Mississippi River Theme Art Group Exhibit…

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Pump House Regional Arts Center News and Updates - January 2023

In our Theater Johnsmith & Friends January 13 & 14, 2023 7:30 PM An annual house favorite! Johnsmith in concert with Dan Sebranek, Larry Dalton and Elisi Smith-Waller for both performances. Magical Midway of Fun January 21,…

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