Step into the city’s past through the eyes of Marion Cape Biehn (1911–1992), a beloved local artist who spent decades capturing the homes, storefronts, nature scenes, and civic landmarks of La Crosse in luminous watercolors and oils.
Known for its deep connection to place and its ability to preserve fleeting moments in time, Biehn’s work offers both artistic beauty and historical insight. Each piece is a quiet tribute to the city’s evolving landscape and nostalgia, reminding us not only what La Crosse once looked like, but how it felt to live there.
This special exhibition displays 27 original oil and watercolor paintings from the La Crosse County Historical Society’s permanent collection and private collections. Sponsored by State Bank Financial, the exhibit runs from July 9 to October 5, 2025.
The La Crosse Area Heritage Center is open Thursday-Sunday, 12:00-4:30, last admission at 4:00 pm. Admission $5/adult, $4/student, free for LCHS members.
