An Lanntair, an independent company registered as a charity, has a cultural remit for the whole of Stornoway and the Western Isles and provides a forum for local, national and international arts.

In August 1997 An Lanntair received a National Lottery Award towards the development of a new art centre in Stornoway, the third largest arts award at that time.

The Centre is strategically located as a gateway to both Stornoway and the Western Isles, serving both the local population as well as the large number of passing visitors. This will maximise attendance at exhibitions and events and stimulate participation in the many activities on offer. The theatre bar and cafe restaurant will provide a convivial atmosphere capitalising on its seafront location and stunning views.

The Centre will literally be a corner stone for the regeneration of Stornoway and underpin the cultural infrastructure of the islands in the new millennium.

The Arts Centre comprises of an Art Gallery, 250 seat performance space, restaurant, bars and kitchens, community and art rooms together with administrative offices. There is also ancillary accommodation, dressing rooms and loading dock etc. attached to the main performance space.