The first Centre Culturel Irlandais is located in the magnificent building of the Coll猫ge des Irlandais, set in the heart of Paris. The Centre profiles the culture of contemporary Ireland. Its brief is to the show a wide range of art forms, including visual art, film, literature, music and the performing arts. With 2 gallery spaces the exhibitions change every 6 weeks. There is also an artist in residence scheme with open studio visits. Accommodation can be provided for up to 45 people drawn from students, artists writers - all benefitting from time spent in Paris.