Utopian communities were experimental societies that aimed to create ideal or perfect societies. They were often based on shared values, cooperative living arrangements, and attempts to improve social conditions.
Related terms
Socialism: An economic system where the means of production are owned and controlled by the community as a whole.
Communal living: A lifestyle in which individuals share resources, responsibilities, and decision-making within a residential community.
Cooperative movement: A movement advocating for the formation of cooperative enterprises where workers collectively own and manage businesses.