This is the first guide of its kind, devoted to understanding and exploring the rich Black culture and vibrant Black community in Paris. Make the most of Paris's multicultural sites, sounds and tastes.
Table of Contents
| 1. Introduction | |
| Special Notes | p. p.5 |
| 2. History: Paris, France And People Of Color | |
| Origins To The Abolition Of Slavery | p. p.6 |
| Cultural Contributions | p. p.6 |
| The 20th Century | p. p.7 |
| Black Culture Today | p. p.8 |
| Did You Know That. | p. p.9 |
| 3. The Art World | |
| Going To Museums And Galleries | p. 11 |
| Museums | p. 11 |
| Galleries | p. 11 |
| 4. Dining Out | |
| Glossary Of Terms | p. 13 |
| Restaurants | p. 13 |
| 5. Nightlife | |
| Dance Clubs | p. 17 |
| Jazz Clubs / Bar Clubs | p. 18 |
| 6. Theater / Movies / Videos | |
| Recommended Theaters And Cinemas | p. 21 |
| 7. Shopping | |
| Gifts, Art And Artifacts, Fabrics | p. 23 |
| Books | p. 25 |
| Clothing | p. 26 |
| Music | p. 28 |
| Food | p. 29 |
| Open-Air Markets | p. 30 |
| Gourmet | p. 31 |
| 8. Travel & Transportation | |
| Hotels | p. 32 |
| U.S. Travel Agents | p. 32 |
| Transportation | p. 32 |
| Tours | p. 33 |
| 9. Events | |
| Dance Classes | p. 33 |
| Ongoing | p. 34 |
| February/May | p. 34 |
| June/July | p. 35 |
| September/October | p. 35 |
| November/December | p. 36 |
| 10. HairAndBeauty | |
| Glossary Of Hair Care Terms | p. 36 |
| Hair Salons / Stylists | p. 36 |
| Beauty Care | p. 38 |
| Hair And Beauty Products | p. 38 |
| 11. Miscellaneous Businesses And Services | |
| Web Cafes | p. 40 |
| Cultural Organizations | p. 40 |
| Places Of Worship | p. 41 |
| Libraries (English-Language) | p. 42 |
| Media | p. 43 |
| Publications | p. 43 |
| Radio | p. 43 |
| Television | p. 44 |
| 12. Other Resources | |
| Web Sites | p. 45 |
| Recommended Reading | p. 46 |
| About The Author |
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INSIDER PARIS GUIDE FOR • Historical background  Your Price: $9.90 
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When I first came to Paris 20 years ago, I wanted to know where the Black hair salons were, where I could go to listen to Black music, where I could buy foods like sweet potatoes, corn meal and black-eyed peas. Even though I thoroughly enjoyed Paris and all it had to offer culturally, it was essential somehow to get a taste and feel for "back home." For Melinda Herron, just as for many sojourners who arrive in a new city, it became important to connect with her own culture in order to transform her feelings for community into a living reality. After years of research, Melinda and a fellow expatriate produced a paper reference guide for tourists, students and long-term residents. From that first effort, and with many additional months of research and updating, we are happy to offer this guide to Black Culture, which includes listings throughout Paris and nearby suburbs. The Insider Paris Guide for Black Culture brings you vital and interesting information about what there is to see and do in Paris, with a focus on African, West Indian and African-American culture and the city's very active Black community. This guide will help you make the right decisions about your stay here, plus it is simply a great resource for getting around the multicultural sites of Paris. |
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Author Melinda Herron