Herons “Bring Back the Flock"

Note: Video is the from 2014 Exhibtion 

Herons of La Crosse “Bring Back the Flock” Campaign Kicks Off

Community is being asked to bring back the Herons for a 10 year anniversary Celebration

The statues from the Pump House public art project “Herons of La Crosse” are looking to land in downtown La Crosse again but need a deep cleaning and repairs before that happens.

Originally displayed in 2008, each 6-foot-tall sculpture is an original work of art created by local, regional, and national artists.

The Pump House, in partnership with Downtown Mainstreet, Inc. and Explore La Crosse, would like to make them available again this summer with a “flock” exhibition of over 20 artistic birds opening this spring in downtown. Organizers are asking the community to chip in to bring the “Herons of La Crosse” back to the area. The Herons are currently being stored at Central States Warehouse but need paint, structural and other repairs to get them ready for summer 2018.

The heron project was first organized by the Pump House beginning in 2004. Area businesses, organizations and families sponsored individual herons, which were then decorated by regional artists in unique ways to reflect their sponsorship and the community.

“The Herons of La Crosse project was a great example of cooperation among artists, businesses and community leaders but we need the community’s support to keep it rolling” said Toni Asher, executive director of the Pump House Regional Arts Center.

The public can contribute towards the fundraising goal of $10,000.  

The Pump House is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization; donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.

Pledge $5 or more

Good vibes for being a public art supporter

Pledge $25 or more

Digital “Thank You” Gif sent to your email

Pledge $50 or more

Limited edition Bronze Heron poster signed by project sculpture fabricator, Dave Oswald

Pledge $100 or more

Your name printed in Official Heron Birding Brochure & Map

Pledge $250 or more

Heron print on canvas taken by La Crosse area Photographer Bob Good

Pledge $500 or more

Your sponsorship acknowledged on the heron sculpture of your choice (subject to availability)

Underwriting sponsorships are available