Hoyt Sherman Place

1501 Woodland Avenue, Des Moines, IA
Capacity: 1,252 people

About Hoyt Sherman Place

The historic Hoyt Sherman Place Theater is the perfect setting for your next event. Built in 1923 and restored in 2003, it is a classic Victorian theater with modern amenities. The seating capacity is 1,252 which is divided between a main floor, which seats 776, and a balcony, which seats 476. The Hoyt Sherman Place Theater has hosted a variety of events over the years, including concerts, comedians, lectures, dance recitals, corporate meetings, graduation ceremonies and more. The historic Hoyt Sherman Place Art Galleries are the perfect back drop for your upcoming event. Built in 1907 by the Des Moines Women's Club, the art galleries house a large collection of notable paintings and was Des Moines' first public art gallery. Typically this space can accommodate up to 150 people for a sit-down dinner but this can fluctuate depending on the type of event.

Event Spaces

Hoyt Sherman Place Art Galleries
Hoyt Sherman Place Art Galleries
The Theater
The Theater
Neighborhood
Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • Outside Catering Allowed
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 1252
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 5