Current exhibitions feature work by Marie App (pictured), Darrel Bowman (pottery), and Jamie Heiden (photography). Visit the Pump House to enjoy the creativity of these talented artists. There is no admission charge. Artwork is available for purchase.
The Pump House Regional Arts Center
Current Exhibits
Spring Ceramics
The Pump House is happy to offer adult art classes (18+) beginning in February. These include: Beginning Handbuilding, Basic Box Construction, and Intermediate Handbuilding.
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Just the Tip
Chicago's female foursome, Just the Tip, brings hilarious and crowd-pleasing characters, situations, song and dance to the Pump House.
'The Art of the Drinking Vessel' Call to Artists
Call for Artist Submissions!
In every manner, shape, and form, the drinking vessel is vital to human civilization. The Art of the Drinking Vessel will highlight the utility and aesthetic grace found in this often used, but often overlooked, object. The Pump House invites artists to submit works for a juried, themed exhibition of 3-D drinking vessels. Entry deadline is February 1, 2012. Top prizes are $1,000, $500, and $250.
The Pump House Film Society
The Pump House Film Society meets to view thoughtful films, enjoy discussion, and share a light meal.
Film Society screenings are once monthly, generally the first Sunday of the month during the academic year, September through May. Membership is open to Pump House members and is limited to 110. The annual membership fee of $90 includes 9 screenings with meals. This membership fee is pro-rated during the year. A limited number of memberships remain for the current season.
