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.

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.

Art Studio

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

Performing Arts

Grey Area Productions
Live Music
Special Events

Pump House Closed for the Holidays

December 24, 2024 – January 1, 2025

Regular hours resume Thursday, January 2, 2025

Upcoming Events

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Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Donations support accessible programming for all, free art gallery admission, donation based preview performances and workshops, class scholarships, accessible art education, and more!

DONATE

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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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Future Artist

Artist Reception

Holmen Elementary School

Wednesday, December 11

3:30 PM – 6:00 PM

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FILM SOCIETY 2024-25 SEASON

December 15, 2024

5 PM

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Musicians

String Ties Holiday Concert

December 19 & 20

7:30 PM

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Musicians

Winter Art Class Opportunities

Wheel Throwing
Clay & Company
Drawing/Painting Lesson
Open Studio

You set the date!

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2025-26 Gallery Season & Artspire 2025 Art Vendor

Applications accepted until January 31, 2025

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Travel Raffle Fundraiser

  • Win a $2,500 Travel Voucher to the destination of your choice
  • $20 per raffle ticket
  • Raffle Drawing: Feb. 14, 2025 at 12 PM
  • Purchase at Pump House – 119 King Street, La Crosse WI
  • Cash or check only
  • 400 tickets sold
  • Need not be present to win
  • Booking and guidance provided by Travel Leaders
  • Proceeds Benefit Pump House Programming

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.

CURRENT EXHIBITIONS

November 6th, 2024 – January 4th, 2025

M E Fuller

Landscapes and Mindscapes

Kader Gallery

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

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People of the Woodland Tribes

Group Exhibition

Front Gallery

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

Holmen Elementary School

Youth Art Exhibition

November 14, 2024 – January 4, 2025

Balcony Gallery

NOW BOOKING

Support

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

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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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