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Matthias Grolier appointed head of France Muséums

institutional · 2026-05-15

Matthias Grolier has been appointed director of France Muséums, the organization that manages the Grand Palais, the Musée du Luxembourg, and other cultural venues. The announcement was made on May 15, 2026, by Le Journal des Arts. Grolier succeeds previous leadership and will oversee the institution's operations and exhibitions. France Muséums is responsible for organizing major art exhibitions and managing public-private partnerships. Grolier's background includes experience in cultural management. The appointment comes as France Muséums prepares for upcoming projects, including the reopening of the Grand Palais after renovations.

Key facts

  • Matthias Grolier appointed head of France Muséums
  • Appointment announced on May 15, 2026
  • Reported by Le Journal des Arts
  • France Muséums manages Grand Palais and Musée du Luxembourg
  • Grolier succeeds previous leadership
  • Organization handles major exhibitions and partnerships
  • Grand Palais is undergoing renovations
  • Grolier has cultural management experience

Entities

Institutions

  • France Muséums
  • Grand Palais
  • Musée du Luxembourg
  • Le Journal des Arts

Locations

  • France

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