Hoyt Park is a 32 acre park located in the near west side of Madison Wisconsin.

The Friends of Hoyt Park, Inc. (FHP) was incorporated as a non-profit corporation in 1995. The purpose of the FHP is to:

• upport planning with the Madison Parks Division for the continued use of Hoyt Park;
• assist with the protection and maintenance of Hoyt Park's diverse natural areas, historic structures, and recreational land;
• raise funds for the benefit of Hoyt Park;
• link with other organizations and institutions for the benefit of Hoyt Park and for the enjoyment and safety of its users in achieving these purposes.

Hoyt Park Shelter, by Ann Rutecki

Our holiday party this year will have a special auction item. An oil painting commissioned by the FHP is a wonderful scene of our main shelter in winter painted by local artist Ann Rutecki. Ann loves to portray the everyday landscapes and adds her special magic to each piece. This oil painting will go to the highest bidder at our Holiday Party on December 10; if you wish to bid on the painting but can't attend the Party, please contact Deborah Lawson or another board member to submit your bid. View the painting now at the Parks Division office in the City-County Building.

Additionally, we have used the painting to make note cards perfect for use as holiday cards, thank-you cards, and more. You can purchase these at the Park Division office, Century House, at the Holiday Party, or from any board member.

Annual Holiday Party and Silent Auction

Come join us for an End-of-Year-Celebration on December 10 at 6:00 p.m. at the University Club, 803 State Street, with silent auction and speaker Ann Rutecki. Watch for the invitation in your mailboxes or call or email now to reserve your place or donate a themed item or service. Contact Deborah Lawson at 238-8186.

Fall 2009 Newsletter (pdf 216kb)

Summer 2009 Ranger Report (pdf 283kb)

Summer 2009 Newsletter - special edition (pdf 107kb)

Spring 2009 Newsletter (pdf 534kb)

Historic Hoyt Park: A Future Plan (pdf 249kb) (does not include Appendix 1 and 2 at this time)