Bamboula's Village, former human zoo in France
Bamboula's Village was an ethnological exhibition in Port-Saint-Père that presented itself as a recreated African settlement. The site operated as a public spectacle venue where European visitors could observe displays designed to represent life in another continent.
The exhibition began operating in the 19th century and continued into the early 20th century when such shows were common public attractions across Europe. Over time, these displays became recognized as deeply problematic and gradually disappeared from the cultural landscape.
It aimed to recreate African village life for European spectators.
The site no longer operates and does not exist in its original form today. Visitors interested in learning about this period of exhibition history may find information in local museums or historical archives.
Bamboula's Village is often cited in discussions about colonialism and racism.
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