1501 Woodland Ave

Des Moines, IA 50309

515) 244-0507

www.hoytsherman.org

 

Our Impact

99,778

Overall attendance in fiscal year 2024.

$3.9M

In ticket sales in fiscal year 2024.

FREE

The mansion and art galleries are always free to the public.

 

Mission

Hoyt Sherman Place creates outstanding experiences for the cultural, historic and educational benefit of Iowa’s residents and communities.

Key Services Provided

Hoyt Sherman Place offers an intimate theater experience, a beautiful historic mansion and two majestic art galleries. Ever since Hoyt Sherman completed his family home in 1877, the venue has been a vibrant cultural destination where people can connect with art, music, history and one another.

Key Audiences Served

From nationally recognized musicians and comedians, dance recitals and weddings to art classes for kids and adults, as well as free access to the historic museum and art galleries, there is something for everyone at Hoyt Sherman Place.

Ways to give

  • Attend a performance.

  • Become a member.

  • Volunteer.

  • Sign up for an art class.

  • Include Hoyt Sherman Place in your estate planning.


What are the most immediate needs to support your organization?

Next year marks the 30th anniversary of the Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation. In 1995, Des Moines city leaders and the Des Moines Women’s Club came together to create the Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation to oversee the care and maintenance of the historic mansion, art gallery and theater. In the past 30 years, HSPF has seen incredible growth while remaining rooted in the mission of preserving Hoyt Sherman Place, the DMWC’s art collection and the first city park. Today, access to the museum, programming for students and performances on the outdoor stage are all free, thanks to donor support.

 
 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • President - John Krantz

  • Vice President - Azure Christensen

  • Secretary - Mary Chapman

  • Treasurer - Brody Wells

  • Past President - Jeff Vorwerk

  • Nola Aigner-Davis

  • Kristie Bell

  • John Bloom

  • Brennan Buckley

  • Lea Rosson DeLong

  • Jeff Freude

  • Rusty Goode

  • Eric Grubb

  • Mary Ellen Imlau

  • Tobi Parks

  • Mickey Ryan

  • Rich Salas

  • Mary Sheldahl

  • Karen Riley Sievers

  • Dave Tank

  • Larry Taylor

  • Jeff White

  • Sherry Wilkinson

  • Deidre Williams

  • Honorary Director - Fred Weitz