Vision
Mission
Values

Vision

Hennepin Arts powers a thriving arts community - rooted in Minneapolis, with impact across Minnesota - through unforgettable experiences, preserving history, expanding opportunity, and inspiring connection through the power of performance.

Mission

We bring people together through powerful performances and educational programs. Our work preserving historic theatres and activating the District honors the past and shapes the future of Minnesota.

DEIAB Statement

We Are Hennepin Arts. Powered by People. Rooted in Responsibility. At Hennepin Arts, we believe identity should never be a barrier to belonging or success. Every person on our staff, on our stages, in our audiences, and in our communities deserves to feel seen, respected, and valued. Inclusion is core to who we are and how we lead. We affirm that diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging (DEIAB) are daily practices that shape how we work, who we serve, and what we stand for.

Values

Compassion: We act with empathy and accountability. We acknowledge the needs of others and respond with integrity, support, and respect. It shows up in how we communicate, make decisions, and create a culture where people feel seen and valued.

Collaboration: We succeed together. We foster a culture where teamwork and shared ownership elevate the quality and impact of everything we do.

Stewardship: Our historic theaters are more than venues. They are places of gathering, reflection, and cultural memory. We preserve their legacy and protect their future.

Strategic Pillars

1. Preserve and elevate Minnesota's historic arts venues as spaces for gathering, memory, and innovation.

2. Inspire and connect people through transformative performances, education, and creative expression.

3. Invest in relationships and resources that expand access, deepen community impact, and sustain our mission.

4. Empower the people who make the arts possible, artists, staff, and community, by supporting their growth and well-being.