This September, the Mighty Mississippi won’t be the only thing meandering through the Greater La Crosse area. The Mighty River Art Studio Tour will carry you into a weekend of color, creativity, and community on Sept. 13 and 14, 2025.
In this inaugural first year, we invite you to enjoy the talents of local artists from Stoddard to Galesville, all along the Mississippi River Valley. The tour is self-guided, meanwhile letting you move at your own pace while visiting home studios, riverside galleries, and shared creative spaces for artists whose studios are not open to the public.
This is more than a walk through art spaces, it’s a celebration of imagination. Many of the participating artists will welcome you into their personal workspaces. Visitors can have real conversations with artists and an opportunity to ask about their process and inspiration. Who knows, you may even commission your own custom piece. It’s art with a handshake, not just a price tag.
So bring your curiosity and a fellow art adventurer who loves a scenic drive.
Studio Stops Along the River
- ARTPOP
- Beki Biesterfelt
- Blue Flower Art Studio
- D & D’s Rock and Wire
- Joyce Diveley Pottery
- Einer Arts
- Toni Furlano
- Glass Stone Studio
- Kari Hogden Studio
- Light Pixie Studio
- Nan Marshall Designs
- Mike Martino
- Phylllis Martino
- Deb Munson
- PECO Studio
- Laura Siitari
- Sweet 208
- Lisa Thill
- Jennifer Williams
Featured Galleries
- Gallery 1802
- Pump House Regional Arts Center
- River City Gallery
- Studio Gallery 1311
- UW-L Art Gallery
Most importantly, from the bold brushstrokes to shimmering glasswork, every piece tells a story about the artist and the beauty of the Mississippi River valley. Joining in The Mighty River Art Studio Tour’s inaugural year means you’ll be part of the story from the very first chapter.
Learn more: Mighty River Art Studio Tour Official Website
Art by Colleen Shore
