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About The Trust
Great Ape Trust is a scientific research facility in Des Moines, Iowa, dedicated to understanding the origins and future of culture, language, tools and intelligence. Announced in 2002 and receiving its first ape residents in 2004, Great Ape Trust is home to a colony of six bonobos involved in noninvasive interdisciplinary studies of their cognitive and communicative capabilities, and two orangutans.
Great Ape Trust is also committed to the preservation of endangered great apes in their natural habitats through a project we direct in Rwanda called the Gishwati Area Conservation Program.
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History
Since 2002, Great Ape Trust has been on an impressive journey. Follow the story of our organization, apes and scientific studies.
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Meet Our Apes
Great Ape Trust's bonobos and orangutans are amazing beings with remarkable abilities.
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Great Ape Trust Blog
Through the blogs of our scientists and staff, you'll get a first-hand look at an organization like no other in the world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Things you'd like to know about Great Ape Trust, our apes and mission? Then check out these Frequently Asked Questions.
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Founder
Great Ape Trust has the potential to redefine what it means to be human and re-establish our respect for the rest of nature.
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Contact Us
Please feel free to contact us with any questions about our scientific research, conservation efforts or general operations.
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