Government Approves Corinne Schroeder as National Archives Director

On Friday 17 July 2026, Luxembourg's Government Council approved a proposal by Culture Minister Eric Thill to submit the appointment of Corinne Schroeder as Director of the National Archives of Luxembourg to the Grand Duke.

Corinne Schroeder holds a doctorate in history, art and archaeology from the Catholic University of Louvain-la-Neuve. She also holds a research master's degree from the European University Institute in Florence and a postgraduate diploma in interdisciplinary analysis of European integration.

Since 2011, Corinne Schroeder has served as curator of the contemporary section of the National Archives of Luxembourg. Previously, she participated in several research projects at the Catholic University of Louvain-la-Neuve, the Robert Schuman Centre for European Studies and Research and the National Archives.

According to the ministry, Corinne Schroeder specialises in the contemporary history of Luxembourg, European integration and archival studies. She is the author of numerous academic publications and has served as President of the Veräin vun de Lëtzebuerger Archivisten since 2017. She has also been a member of the Archives Council since 2020 and a full member of the Historical Section of the Institut grand-ducal since 2024.

Minister Thill commented: "At a time when the reliability of information is a major challenge for our societies, our National Archives play an essential role in guaranteeing the preservation, authenticity and transmission of our documentary heritage.” He added: "Thanks to her strong academic background, recognised expertise and in-depth knowledge of the institution, Corinne Schroeder possesses all the qualities required to accompany the National Archives in their continued development and to meet the challenges ahead. I would also like to express my profound gratitude to Josée Kirps for her exemplary commitment and dedicated service as Director of the National Archives. I extend my sincere thanks for her work in preserving our archival heritage and wish her a fulfilling retirement.”

The National Archives are responsible for collecting, preserving, classifying, studying and providing access to documents of historical, scientific, cultural, economic and societal interest. They also contribute to preserving Luxembourg's archival heritage, supporting historical research and ensuring transparency in public administration.