Join us for the First Friday Downtown Art Walk! Meet featured artists and see new exhibitions at our Artist Reception.

Friday, August 5, 2022

4:00-7:00 PM

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The exhibition Filters and Signals includes multi-media works by Lois Peterson, Nicolas Darcourt, and Roger Boulay. Darcourt aims to suspend the perception and recognition of form. Peterson focuses on natural environments such as the Artics, savannahs, and prairies- that join together in the creation of a symbolic relationship and allow a new narrative to emerge. Boulay explores the fugitive moment between chaos and order as the Earth becomes an uninhabitable environment.

Julia Scheckel

The Woods are Lovely, Dark and Deep

The Woods are Lovely, Dark and Deep highlights Scheckel’s connections to the natural world and how it relates to her personal relationships. The imagery in each work references Scheckel’s understanding of the time spent with friends across challenging and rewarding terrains.

Russ Nordman

Iowa Combines

Iowa Combines examines the complex metaphysical relationship machines, architecture and other technological devices have with humans. Nordman uses collage to combine elements of architecture, machinery, and historical sights into one image which reveals a lingering human presence.

 Thank you Xcel Energy!

Power up with ART!, the Pump House's student program for 2022-2023, received grant support from Xcel Energy Foundation in a big way! Michael Herro and Jennifer Prochnow from Xcel presented the big check to Toni Asher and Allison Krzych of the Pump House on August 27, 2022.

An Evening with Michael Perry

Michael Perry is a New York Times bestselling author, humorist, playwright, and radio show host from New Auburn, Wisconsin. Perry’s bestselling memoirs include Population: 485 (recently adapted for the stage), Truck: A Love Story, Coop, Visiting Tom, Million Billion, and Peaceful Persistence. Among his other dozen titles are The Scavengers (for young readers) and his novel The Jesus Cow. Raised on a small Midwestern dairy farm, Perry put himself through nursing school while working on a ranch in Wyoming, then detoured into writing. He lives with his wife and two daughters in rural Wisconsin, where he serves on the local volunteer fire and rescue service and has a few chickens. He hosts the nationally-syndicated “Tent Show Radio,” performs widely as a humorist, and tours with his band the Long Beds. His three live humor albums include Never Stand Behind A Sneezing Cow and The Clodhopper Monologues.

In Recognition and Honor of

Anne Drecktrah

Saturday, September 10, 2022, 5:30 pm

This evening of food, friends, and fun brings together the community and family members to honor Anne Drecktrah. Anne is a extraordinary director and supporter of the Pump House and other arts activities and  organizations in the La Crosse area. Anne will be honored with an entertaining evening of anecdotes, recollections, and memorable behind-the-scenes stories of the theater. The Patron Recognition Reception is a fundraiser for the arts where all proceeds go to the Pump House to help support the mission to provide free admission to all galleries, tuition sponsorships, and diverse arts programming for all ages. Your heart will be touched and new friends will be made at the annual Pump House Patron Recognition Reception.

$45/person until 09/03/2022

$55/person thereafter

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Biketown Film Showing at the Pump House

August 2, 7:00 PM

A special screening of the documentary Biketown by La Crosse Adventure Films and ORA Trails - Outdoor Recreation Alliance. A story of mountain bikers, unlikely partnerships and the communities they've created.

FREE showing, tickets required. Only 130 spots available, don't miss yours!

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Fundraiser with La Crosse Gurls

The La Crosse Gurls are excited to PARTY WITH YOUl!! 

Saturday, August 13

Door opens: 8pm, Show starts: 9pm-12

Tickets: 10$ or the day of the event for 15$

Location: The Main, An Event Space

After party at Thrunies Classic Cocktail from 12-2am!!!

Money will be raised throughout the night for The Pump House!

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Beer By Bike Brigade BINGO

This evening will feature a guest caller from the Pump House!

Monday, August 29

Doors Open at 4 PM, Bingo at 6 PM

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