Celebrating 50 years of visual, performing, literary, and arts education in La Crosse, WI. Established in 1977, Western Wisconsin’s oldest operating multi-disciplinary non-profit art center.
Art Galleries
Art Studio
Clay Classes
Painting and Drawing
Wheel Throwing
Open Art & Clay Studio
PUMP HOUSE WILL BE CLOSED ON:
Saturday, October 24 Private Rental – Wedding Reception
Thursday, November 26 Thanksgiving Day
Call to Artists Now Open
In-Person Artist Talk
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
5-7 PM
With artists
Lydia Zoells, Flo Sandok, Elizabeth Higgins & Allie “Rusty” Norgord
Free to attend, no reservations required
These artists will discuss their creative processes, inspirations, and the stories about thier exhibitions featured here at the Pump House. Enjoy an engaging conversation followed by an opportunity to ask questions and meet the artists.
Second Skin
A play by Kristin Idaszak
Presented by Grey Area Productions
November 5-8, 12-15 & 19-22
Artist Reception
Friday, November 6, 2026
5-7 PM
Join us to welcome and celebrate artists, Lydia Zoells, Flo Sandok, Elizabeth Higgins & Allie “Rusty” Norgord
Free open house reception
Flow State Literary Series
Renew or Join Film Society 2026-27 Season
PUMP UP THE JAM - An Arcane Awakening
Saturday, November 28, 2026
Dance, Listen & Have Fun with Featured DJ’s:
Basatek & Ranger Danger
Doors 6pm | Music 7pm-1am
18+ (ID Required)
$20 @ Door
Cocktails & Cabaret: A Holly Jolly Holiday
IMPORTANT NOTICE – King Street Reconstruction Project 2026
The City of La Crosse is reconstructing King Street from Front Street to 3rd Street. This construction will affect parking for our visiting patrons. Please read our update on the Parking at the Pump House page for details.
CURRENT EXHIBITIONS
October 13 – November 21, 2026
In-Person Artist Talk: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 5-7 PM | Free
Artist Reception: Friday, November 6, 2026 | 5-7 PM | Free
Undertow
Lydia Zoells
Kader Gallery
Life Work
Flo Sandok
Kader Gallery
All That I Carry
Elizabeth Higgins
Front Gallery
Ceramic: Functional Abstractions
Allie “Rusty” Norgord
Front Gallery
Onalaska High School
October 20 – November 14, 2026
Balcony Gallery
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ARTSPIRE LA CROSSE
Saturday, June 12, 2027 | 10am – 5pm
Artspire is an all-inclusive, free community art event that attracts, engages and connects our diverse community through meaningful arts experiences, including visual, interactive, performing, literary arts and dance. Produced and funded by the Pump House Regional Arts Center, sponsors and donors like you!
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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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