About culturlann
About Us
Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin is a new purpose built Irish language arts and cultural centre. It is part of the An Gaeláras group and opened new premises in Great James Street, Derry on 4th September 2009. The new building is a space for learning, creativity, exploration and enterprise and a beacon for the Irish speakers throughout the island of Ireland. It is a hub for a variety of different organisations throughout the Northwest region. Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin features;
- a multipurpose Arts centre including classrooms, youth club and 200 seat theatre (An Croi)
- Irish language bookshop
- Café
- Business incubation suite
- Office space
The new building heralds the beginning of a new era for the Irish language and culture in the North West region, greatly improving the facilities available and increasing the services on offer.
Cairde na Cultúrlainne
Winner (December 2010): No 18
