Worry hovers in air as Paris boards up for another weekend of protests
The French capital is in shock after the events of October 17. As the 'second act' of the protest movement is set to take place this Saturday, shopkeepers have boarded up their storefronts.
In response to recent scenes of looting and vandalism following protests over the cost of living in several French cities, several major Parisian museums will remain closed on Saturday, 24 October, due to security concerns and to avoid further unrest. The Musée du Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, the Orangerie, and Picasso Museum have announced their closure ahead of planned demonstrations.
The government has increased security deployment following the violent events of October 17th. Parisians and tourists are advised to verify closure status before visiting museums and other cultural venues in the region, as many will follow suit out of precaution.
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