Fragile Antarctica: Journey to the End of the World

This exhibition presents the field experiences of AUP professors Dr. Manuel Caballer and Dr. Lee Ann Galindo during three biodiversity surveys within The Antarctic Treaty area.

Against a backdrop of news about climate change, CO₂ and other greenhouse gas emissions, the energy challenge and environmental impact — amidst so much noise and debate — the story of this journey bears witness. Far from everywhere, beyond turbulent skies and cold seas, the last fortress rises: a pristine and harmonious world where nature remains upright and bright, sovereign over the very scarce presence of humankind.

This tremendously imposing, almost unreal and intangible place may be telling the final pages of its history. Should it melt, should it break, should it disappear, we are lost.

This is an invitation to contemplate the majestic strength of fragile Antarctica.

Made possible by the generous support of: The Venezuelan Antarctic Program, AUP Academic Affairs & Silver Miller. For the AUP community.

Please register for the vernissage on October 22nd using the form below.

The exhibit is free. Guests outside the AUP community should contact rmassotaup.edu 24h in advance or before 5pm on Friday for the following week.

Visiting hours

9am to 6pm Monday-Friday
(October 27-31st hours will be: 1pm-5pm)

AUP reserves the right to refuse entry.
A photo ID will be requested.