All dolls are displayed behind glass in proper settings. Exhibits range from prehistoric artifacts to modern collections of area wildlife. One room is dedicated to the War Eagle, a riverboat which caught fire and sank in 1870. The museum is located in the Convention and Visitor Bureau. Free The Pump House Regional Arts Center was founded in 1977, and presents visual and performing arts with a Midwest emphasis.
Educational outreach is an important part of the mission.
The Pump House is located in an historic water pumping station, one block from the Mississippi River on King Street. Exhibits contain many important findings from recent excavations and information about the field of archaeology. Located on East Avenue, north of UW-L's Cartwright Center. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The beautiful woodwork, period furnishings and charming gardens make the tour a worthwhile experience for young and old alike.