Phipps Pop-In Programming

  • Story the People: An Introduction to the Craft of Storytelling

    Sunday, June 8, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    PCA Music Room
    FREE

    Explore the application of storytelling within communities of all kinds. Learn how to curate stories and storytellers, and how to prepare your community to receive and engage with them. This session will expand your understanding of storytelling as a powerful tool in countless situations.

  • Books and Benches

    Wednesday, June 11, 10:00am
    Carpenter Nature Center, Hudson, WI

    in partnership with CNC
    FREE

    Celebrate art, nature and reading this summer! Gather at the Art Benches, listen to stories, participate in art & nature activities with National Park Service Rangers, and take home free gently used and new books!

    Free and open to the public.

  • Books and Benches

    Tuesday, June 17, 10:00am
    Larry Forrest Memorial Park, Somerset, WI

    in partnership with Somerset Library
    FREE

    Celebrate art, nature and reading this summer! Gather at the Art Benches, listen to stories, participate in art & nature activities with National Park Service Rangers, and take home free gently used and new books!

    Free and open to the public.

  • Books and Benches

    Thursday, June 19, 1:00pm
    Lakefront Park, Hudson, WI

    in partnership with Hudson Library
    FREE

    Celebrate art, nature and reading this summer! Gather at the Art Benches, listen to stories, participate in art & nature activities with National Park Service Rangers, and take home free gently used and new books!

    Free and open to the public.

  • Books and Benches

    Tuesday, June 24, 10:30am
    Mill Pond Park, Osceola, WI

    in partnership with Osceola Library
    FREE

    Celebrate art, nature and reading this summer! Gather at the Art Benches, listen to stories, participate in art & nature activities with National Park Service Rangers, and take home free gently used and new books!

    Free and open to the public.

  • The Adventures of Katie Tomatie

    Saturday, July 12, 1:00pm
    PCA North Lawn
    FREE

    With school out for the summer, Katie doesn't want to do anything but watch her tomatoes grow. Digging in her garden, she unearths Mr. Boo Boo, a very excitable skeleton. This unlikely duo sets off for a day of adventure, and Katie's 'do-nothing' day becomes the best day ever!

Gift Cards

Phipps gift cards can be created for any dollar amount and used for any Phipps event, class, artwork, or merchandise, allowing you to purchase the gift perfect for your needs.

  • Suggested dollar amount: $50–75

    Gift cards can be used for any Phipps play, musical, concert, or event! Tickets prices vary from $16 to $32 per performance.

  • Suggested dollar amount: $30–100

    The Phipps has a huge variety of classes in visual art, dance, theatre, and music. Single session classes start at $32 while 8-week classes are $200-300.

  • Suggested dollar amount: $25–50

    Phipps merchandise is sold at the Welcome Center (front lobby) and includes a rotating stock of t-shirts, tote bags, original artwork, and more!

  • Suggested dollar amount: $100–300

    Nothing shows appreciation like regionally-crafted artwork by the incredible artists showcased in the Phipps galleries. Artwork prices vary drastically.

The Phipps Center for the Arts in Hudson, WI