How Climate Change Impacted the Ancient World

15 Gramercy Park South,New York NY 10003

10 November, 2021

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Dr. Stephen Pekar discusses evidence that the climate change should not be viewed as something unique to the current era Dr. Stephen Pekar of Queens College discusses evidence that the climate change currently threatening humanity’s future should not be viewed as something unique to our era. Climate change contributed to the collapse of civilizations such as the Maya between 800-900 CE as well as earlier Bronze Age cultures. This presentation cites results from sedimentary cores taken 50 kilometers off the coast of Antarctica which document abrupt climatic changes traceable to low latitude climate events affecting past societies. Pekar is a Professor at the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Queens College. He has participated in four scientific expeditions to Antarctica. This is an in-person event. Your health and safety are our top priorities and we are following all CDC and New York City guidance. All guests must have received a COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccine (CDC card or photo, Excelsior Pass, CLEAR Health Pass, or other digital record) as well as a photo ID will be required. Masks are also required. RSVP does not guarantee entry. Doors open to the public 15 minutes before the event. Please arrive early to check in. Our coat check is limited. Please do not bring any large bags or backpacks. Image: Varied Sedimentary Integrated Ocean Drilling Program Founded in 1898, the mission of The National Arts Club is to stimulate, foster, and promote public interest in the arts and to educate the American people in the fine arts.