About

• Excellence
• Innovation
• A broad spectrum of programs
• Diversity
• Accessible and affordable arts experiences
• Wolf Trap’s unique environment
• Fiscal responsibility
• The creativity of the human spirit
• The power of the arts to change society

Wolf Trap will harness the power of the performing arts to enrich and change lives by extending the Wolf Trap experience to millions of people worldwide.

We recognize and value the intrinsic power of the arts, music, and nature to connect people of all abilities, backgrounds, and experiences. In our workplace and on our stages, we are committed to curating spaces of inclusivity and creativity so that our workforce thrives, our patrons find joy, and the surrounding community benefits. To ensure that the Foundation is welcoming and inclusive of all, we will:

• Showcase artists and works that authentically reflect and celebrate diverse voices and perspectives;
• Reduce physical, financial, and societal barriers to access so that all community members are welcomed and supported;
• Use inclusive sourcing methods for hiring staff, independent contractors, and vendors;
• Listen, learn, and adapt so that our DEIA efforts remain relevant to and respectful of a changing world.

In 1966, Catherine Filene Shouse donated the land and funds to build the Filene Center to the US government. Congress designated Wolf Trap Farm as Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. It has lived up to Shouse’s vision for over 50 years. Learn more

CEO and President Arvind Manocha leads a visionary staff and supportive board on which Daniel A. D'Aniello presides as Chairman. Learn more

The private, non-profit Wolf Trap Foundation and the public National Park Service are partners in a unique marriage of arts and nature. NPS manages the pristine 117-acre park, as well as the grounds and building patrons enjoy when they come to see performances at the Filene Center. The Foundation oversees programming. Learn more