Welcoming friends of museums from all over the world to Luxembourg has been an absolute pleasure for the Amis des Musées Luxembourg. The enthusiasm and active participation in all the activities truly overwhelmed us. We believe our four-day program successfully showcased that Luxembourg boasts a rich cultural heritage and numerous exciting museums waiting to be explored.

The journey began with the Academic Session at Cercle Cité, featuring distinguished guests including HRH Princess Stéphanie of Luxembourg, Eric Thill, the Minister of Culture, Simone Beck, President of the Luxembourg Commission for UNESCO, Carolyn Forster, President of the WFFM and numerous representatives of WFFM members presenting their reports.

Attendees then enjoyed a guided tour of the Lëtzebuerg City Museum, first welcomed by Lydie Polfer, Major of Luxembourg and the museum director, followed by a delightful dinner at the museum’s restaurant. 

The following day featured an insightful Executive Council Meeting at the National Museum of History and Art, with guided tours showcasing the national treasures of Luxembourg. This was followed by a visit to the iconic “The Family of Man” photo exhibition in Clervaux.

The evening was dedicated to contemporary art at the Casino Luxembourg – Forum d’art contemporain, where participants explored the exhibition “Forced Amnesia” and engaged with local artists and curators, concluding with a cocktail and performance-concert.

On Saturday, the focus shifted to the historical Musée Dräi Eechelen, discussions on engaging younger generations of museum friends and guided tours of the fortress’s history. Optional activities included a visit to the European Investment Bank’s corporate art collection. The day wrapped up with a contemporary art exploration at MUDAM, featuring visits, a poetry reading, an arty dinner and a bit of dancing.

The Congress concluded on Sunday with the General Assembly of the World Federation of Friends of Museums at MUDAM, followed by a guided tour of Villa Vauban and a lovely luncheon in the museum park.

Overall, the event provided a comprehensive and enriching cultural experience, facilitating the exchange of ideas on promoting art and cultural heritage and sharing experiences as friends of museums. 

On behalf of all the Amis des Musées Luxembourg, we extend our heartfelt thanks for your enthusiastic participation.

Day 1 – 2 May 2024

– Academic Session at the Cercle Cité
– Visit of the permanent exhibition at the Lëtzebuerg City Museum
– Cocktail at the Lëtzebuerg City Museum
– Dinner at L’Hêtre, Lëtzebuerg City Museum Restaurant

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Day 2 – 3 May 2024

– Council Meeting of the WFFM

– Visit of the Nationalmusée

– Visit in Clervaux of « The Family of Man » (Edward Steichen)

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Day 3 – 4 May 2024

– Round Table at Musée Dräi Eechelen

– Lunch at Musée Dräi Eechelen

– Visit Musée Dräi Eechelen

– Council Meeting at Musée Dräi Eechelen

– YFM Meeting at Musée Dräi Eechelen

– Visit of the EIB Collection

– Poetry reading by Alice Notley at Mudam

– European Day of Friends of Museums Meeting

– Welcome and Introduction at Mudam

– Visit of the exhibition at Mudam

– Cocktail and Dinner at Mudam

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Day 4 – 5 May 2024

– General Assembly at Mudam

– Visit at Villa Vauban

– Lunch at Villa Vauban

– Portraits

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