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Pulse of the Planet: Primatology and Conservation

Presented by Clark Planetarium and Salt Lake Community College at Clark Planetarium, Salt Lake City UT

Mar 14 2024
Pulse of the Planet: Primatology and Conservation

Explore the wide variety of conservation activities engaged in by primatologists and delve into the world of environmental science, where each individual has the power to make a positive impact on our planet’s future.

We are living in what will likely turn out to be the sixth mass extinction in the history of our planet, with current extinction rates being significantly higher than typical background extinction rates. Primates, our closest living relatives, are the most endangered group of mammals with over 65% of species being threatened with extinction, and nearly all showing declining populations. Conservation of primates and their habitats is one of the most critical issues in primatology, and for ... view more »

ADMISSION INFO

This event is free, but seating is limited.

LOCATION

Clark Planetarium

110 South 400 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

PARKING INFO

PARKING at the GATEWAY

Convenient underground parking is available at The Gateway.

The South parking garage features two direct entrances to Clark Planetarium on levels -1 and 0. The first hour is no charge, and from one to two hours is $1.00. Over two hours, additional rates apply. This is accurate as of July, 2017 and subject to change without notice.

Clark Planetarium will validate parking for our patrons: 3 hours for $1.00. Additional parking fees apply after the first 3 hours. Validations from the other Gateway merchants may reduce potential parking fees. Please pay for parking as you leave the parking lot.

There is available free and metered parking on the street, as well as other public pay lots conveniently located nearby.

UTA TRAX/Bus Services

Take TRAX to the new Planetarium Stop, at our front door. TRAX service operates during all planetarium operational hours, including late night on Friday and Saturday. Please see TRAX schedules for details and holiday schedule changes.

Several UTA bus routes pass by the planetarium. Please check www.utabus.com for more information.

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