Originating in Italy during the early Renaissance and flourishing in France, Salons were the epicenter of vibrant community gatherings, sparking meaningful dialogue, debate, and deep connections. These poetic, intellectual, and artistic exchanges unknowingly laid the groundwork for the French Revolution and the Declaration of Independence. Historians now recognize this era as the Great Awakening, challenging the political, scientific, religious, and cultural norms of the time and ushering in monumental shifts from outdated ideas.