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Mudam Opens in Luxembourg on July 1, 2006

institutional · 2026-04-23

The Grand Duke Jean Museum of Modern Art (Mudam), Luxembourg's first modern art museum, opened on July 1, 2006, after a long development period. Directed by Marie-Claude Beaud, who previously led the Fondation Cartier, the American Center, and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, the museum marks a significant cultural milestone for the country. An interview with Beaud by Paul Ardenne is available in the source article.

Key facts

  • Mudam opened on July 1, 2006.
  • It is the first modern art museum in Luxembourg.
  • Marie-Claude Beaud is the director.
  • Beaud previously worked at Fondation Cartier, American Center, and Musée des Arts Décoratifs.
  • The museum's full name is Musée d'art moderne Grand-Duc Jean.
  • The museum had a long gestation period.
  • Paul Ardenne conducted an interview with Beaud.
  • The article is published by artpress.

Entities

Institutions

  • Mudam
  • Musée d'art moderne Grand-Duc Jean
  • Fondation Cartier
  • American Center
  • Musée des Arts Décoratifs
  • artpress

Locations

  • Luxembourg
  • Jouy-en-Josas
  • Paris

Sources