Join us for a lively journey through Paris’s history and mysteries. Explore its Celtic and Roman origins, its transformation into a royal capital, and its role as a stage for protests and revolution. Presenters Clémence (live from France) and Gérald (in Cincinnati) will guide you through fascinating stories and insights that reveal the enduring magic and drama of Paris, making history feel vibrant and close to home! The series will continue in future terms.

Moderators: Clémence Pailha, PhD in history, specializes in early modern France’s economic and urban history, focusing on Parisian markets and commercial practices. She has peer-reviewed publications and has taught at Paris Sorbonne. Gérald Checco, retired Cincinnati public administrator, taught about 20 OLLI sessions and is interested in history, mathematics, and the environment.