An Claidheamh Soluis / The Celtic Arts Center

For over 25 years, An Claidheamh Soluis/The Celtic Arts Center, a member-supported and run non-profit cultural arts organization has been following its mission and building a sense of community within Greater Los Angeles and Southern California. Its continuing mission is to preserve and foster the performing and visual arts, languages, music, folklore and traditions of the seven original Celtic nations — Brittany, Cornwall, Galicia, Ireland, the Isle of Man, Scotland and Wales — as well as that of their diaspora who continue to create and perform throughout the world. An Claidheamh Soluis, translated from Irish Gaelic means "The Sword of Light." That sword in ancient Celtic folklore was a talisman and a rally point used to spread culture and enlightenment among all people. That same tradition continues with the work and programs of The Celtic Arts Center. It shares and promotes the rich, multi-faceted cultures of the Celts to the community at large by presenting a wide range of concerts, critically-acclaimed plays, and special holiday events, along with our famous and Los Angeles' longest running traditional music seisiún (Celtic jam session) held every Monday night. Additionally the Center offers unique classes, seminars, and workshops for people of all ages and interests that emphasize Celtic themes and contributions to the world today.