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Le Pineau
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Artist: Unknown Location: Main Street, Civic Plaza Le Pineau is a sculpture of a boy pulling a thorn from his foot. This was a gift from La Crosse’s sister city, Epinal, France. It is symbolic of Epinal, whose name derives from the French word epine, meaning thorn. The sculpture is a replica of a…
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Lyra
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Lyra Artist: Bruce White Location: Burns Park This aluminum sculpture consists of three legs that intertwine to create an interlocking abstract design. Originally painted blue, the sculpture that was dedicated in 1980, now maintains a brown patina. Bruce White’s sculptures are created out of materials that lend themselves to permanence. His outdoor sculptures can be…
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La Crosse Skyrockers, Inc.
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La Crosse Skyrockers, Inc. is a non-profit, 100 percent volunteer organization that performs fireworks and pyrotechnic special effects (SPFX) as a community service in the La Crosse, Wisconsin USA area. Our group has a history going back to the 19th century when we were known informally as the “Fireworks Committee” for many of the Independence…
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La Crosse River State Trail
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Scenery and history abound on the 21.5 mile La Crosse River State Trail. This trail is a connecting link between the Great River State Trail and the Elroy-Sparta State Trail. Beyond Elroy lies the 400 Trail with 22 miles of scenic beauty connecting Elroy to Reedsburg. The Trail follows the winding route of the…
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Pischke Motors
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Pischke Motors in West Salem and La Crosse, WI treats the needs of each individual customer with paramount concern. They know that you have high expectations, and as a car dealer they enjoy the challenge of meeting and exceeding those standards each and every time. Their experienced sales staff is eager to share its…
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King Gambrinus
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King Gambrinus Artist: Unknown Location: City Brewery Watching over the World’s Largest Six Pack, King Gambrinus is a concrete sculpture painted beautifully. The Gambrinus story originated in Holland and Belgium, where he was considered the patron figure of brewers. The Heileman Company purchased the sculpture in 1939 from a non-operational brewery. Heileman bought the 15-foot…
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Harmony and Peace
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Harmony and Peace Artist: Luis Arata Location: Viterbo University, 900 Viterbo Drive Built in 1983, this piece of art is a 12′ tall steel sculpture enameled in a bright red/orange hue. As a non-objective sculpture, the viewer may provide an imaginary subject of their own. The sculptor, Luis Arata, also sculpted “Anidont” man and dog…
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Gundersen Hotel & Suites
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Now Open! La Crosse’s newest hotel is here! The Gundersen Hotel & Suites offer guest rooms that are designed with a modern style, an array of conveniences with a soothing palette to help you rest, relax, and stay on track while you travel. 1520 Clinic Court La Crosse, WI 54603 (P) 608-793-0200 www.gundersenhotel.com Facebook
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Green Island
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Green Island has something for everyone, but what it is known for is the ice arena and the worker’s memorial grove. Other than that, there is a softball field, basketball court, open area, play tower, shelters, and fishing. Amenities Include: Parking Restrooms Open Area Shelter Sledding Hill Softball Diamond Basketball Court Fishing
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Great River State Trail
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Take a pedal down the Mississippi River on the Great River State Trail. Enjoy 24 miles of the most beautiful scenery in the Midwest. The trail traverses along 18 different waterways, crosses over the Black River on a 287-foot former railroad trestle, and follows Lake Onalaska and the BNSF railway. Pass through Mississippi River bottomlands,…