Terms and Conditions

These Terms of Use outline how you can access and use this website, including your rights and responsibilities when interacting with our content and services.

Acceptance of Terms

The Yerkes Future Foundation (“Yerkes,” “we,” or “the Observatory”) provides this website and related digital services (collectively, the “Site”) in support of its mission.
By using this Site, you agree to these Terms of Use. We may update them from time to time, so please check this page periodically.

Use of Content

All content on this Site-including text, images, video, graphics, and other materials (“Content”)-is owned by Yerkes or used with permission.
You may:
  • View, download, or print content for personal, educational, or non-commercial use
  • Share content with proper attribution
You may not:
  • Use content for commercial purposes
  • Modify, reproduce, or distribute content without permission
  • Remove any copyright or attribution notices
All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

rademarks

Names, logos, and marks displayed on this Site are the property of Yerkes or third parties. You may not use them without prior written permission.

User Conduct

When using this Site, you agree to:
  • Use it for lawful purposes only
  • Not interfere with the Site’s security or functionality
  • Not submit harmful, offensive, or infringing content
If you share content with us (comments, images, etc.), you grant Yerkes the right to use, reproduce, and share that content across channels.

Purchases and Transactions

If purchases are available through the Site:
  • You must be at least 18 years old
  • We reserve the right to refuse or cancel orders
  • Pricing and availability are subject to change

Third-Party Links and Tools

This Site may include links to third-party websites or integrated tools. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.

Privacy

Your use of this Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.

Disclaimer

This Site and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.
We do not guarantee:
  • Accuracy or completeness of content
  • Continuous or error-free operation
Use of the Site is at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Yerkes is not liable for any damages resulting from your use of the Site.

Copyright Concerns (DMCA)

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used improperly, please contact us at: info@yerkesobservatory.org

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Yerkes from any claims arising from your use of the Site or violation of these terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Wisconsin. Any disputes will be handled in courts located in Walworth County, Wisconsin.

Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact:

Yerkes Observatory
373 W. Geneva Street
Williams Bay, WI 53191
262-245-5555 

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