Saving Eden: A Work in Progress

Date and Time

September 22, 2016
06:00PM - 06:00PM EDT

Location

Harvard Museum of Natural History, Geological Lecture Hall, 24 Oxford Street, Cambridge

Saving Eden

Free Ticketed Film Screening (excerpts) and Discussion

Sylvia Earle, Marine Biologist; Explorer-in-Residence and Rosemary and Roger Enrico Chair for Ocean Exploration, National Geographic Society

Justine O’Brien, Scientific Director, SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Reproductive Research Center, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment

Edward O. Wilson, University Research Professor, Emeritus, Harvard University  

The upcoming film, Saving Eden from the Sixth Extinction, tells the story of how animals such as northern white rhinos, polar bears, African elephants, and bonobos have been pushed to the brink of extinction and it highlights the critical work that scientists and activists are doing to save these species. Biologists Edward Wilson, Sylvia Earle, and Justine O’Brien—all featured in the film—will discuss how their research is helping to save endangered species and share their views on animal conservation efforts. Excerpts from the film will be screened.

The full-length version will be shown on Saturday, September 24, at 2:00 pm in Haller Hall, 26 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA, Cambridge

Advance registration required.

Visit website for ticket information: www.hmnh.harvard.edu

Presented in collaboration with Direct Cinema Limited.

Free parking is available at the 52 Oxford Street Garage.