The Pump House Regional Arts Center is a private, non-profit, membership supported organization which presents visual arts, performing arts, and a wide variety of educational programming. The Pump House has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1979 and is a City of La Crosse Historic Landmark. The building served as the City Water Works until 1914.
La Crosse Community Theater
La Crosse Community Theatre has been a La Crosse tradition since 1963. They now produce six main stage shows and several youth shows during the September through June season, including dramas, comedies, and musicals. La Crosse Community Theatre is a member of the American Association of Community Theatre and the Wisconsin Association of Community Theatre.
La Crosse Symphony Orchestra
The La Crosse Symphony Orchestra provides the greater La Crosse area with 6 symphonic concerts each year. They are a non-profit corporation providing quality music, educating people in the symphonic repertoire, and encouraging the development of all musicians. Several fundraising events occur throughout the year including the signature Valentine Ball.
UWL Visual & Performing Arts is home to some of the finest performances, festivals and exhibits in the region. The School of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) is a staple to the La Crosse culture. Students pursue their passions in the visual arts, music, and theatre and dance, whether earning a degree or engaging in the many academic course offerings in the VPA.
