— Jun 22, 2020
Relics of the Old Post Office
Near the entrance of the La Crosse Post Office, there is a series of terra cotta tiles on display. With no context or informative panel nearby, they seem to be mysterious relics of the past. These artifacts are among the only remaining materials left of the Old Post Office.
— May 26, 2020
Presidential Visits: Theodore Roosevelt in 1903
In 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt embarked on a 9-week trip of 25 western states, during which he made a stop in La Crosse to give a speech on Saturday, April 4.
— May 11, 2020
Tracking Down Tribune Articles -- Virtually
If you've ever wanted to find a La Crosse Tribune article, you may find what you are looking for in a unique database created by the Archives Department at the La Crosse Public Library.
— May 1, 2020
La Crosse in the 1918 Pandemic
Just over 100 years ago, returning World War I troops brought the deadly “Spanish Flu” from Europe.
— Apr 15, 2020
How Does COVID-19 Affect You?
In an attempt to capture the current atmosphere in La Crosse during the ongoing public health crisis, the LPLA is asking you to share your stories and add your voice to our historical record.
— Mar 27, 2020
11 La Crosse History & Genealogy Resources You Can Use from Home
Here is a guide to using our website to access digitized materials, subscription databases, and other free resources.
— Mar 3, 2020
City Heat: A Forgotten Utility
City heat was a separate centralized heating system that was distributed to south side La Crosse customers for 70 years from 1899-1969.
— Feb 20, 2020
Spring 2020 Genealogy on the Internet classes
Looking for information about your family history?
— Feb 4, 2020
Presidential Visits: Grover Cleveland in 1887
In the fall of 1887, President Grover Cleveland became the first sitting U.S. President to visit La Crosse.
— Jan 3, 2020
Keep Your Family Healthy... with Beer
After passage of the Pure Food and Drug Act in 1906, local breweries began to advertise around the healthiness or “purity” of their products.