Enlightenment salons

Enlightenment salons were informal gatherings in the 17th and 18th centuries where intellectuals, philosophers, and artists would meet to discuss ideas, share knowledge, and debate topics like science, politics, and philosophy. Often hosted in private homes, particularly by influential women, these salons facilitated the exchange of revolutionary ideas that contributed to the Enlightenment movement, which emphasized reason, individualism, and skepticism of authority. Salons played a crucial role in shaping public opinion and fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity that influenced significant social and political changes in Europe.