MoMath March – April 2022 Upcoming Events
Dear MoMath friends,
Spring is just around the corner — and as the city blooms with new life, MoMath blooms with new ideas, activities, and mathematical curiosities. The Buzzword Math series continues with fascinating looks into terms like “P vs NP” and quantum computing. Learn about the intricate math that maintains your smartphone privacy with Jelani Nelson at Math Encounters, or join internationally-ranked chess master Alisa Melekhina for an unveiling of the puzzles and patterns that underlie the game of chess. Once you’re a chess whiz, why not move on to origami? MoMath’s hit Folding Fridays will have you folding all kinds of delightful figures — a car, a mask, and even a traditional Japanese emperor and empress! And as always, the Museum is open seven days a week, but if you want an extra-special look at some of MoMath’s most popular installations, you won’t want to miss Exhibit Tangents, where oft-crowded exhibits like Tracks of Galileo and the Square-Wheeled Tricycle are yours to view, virtually, in all their wonder. Games, film screenings, book clubs, and more… say goodbye to winter and spring into some mathematical fun at MoMath.
There are many programs and activities to enjoy; please read carefully to determine whether programs are in person, online, or both (in person/online). Additionally, many of MoMath’s programs are being offered for free or at a reduced rate for those in need and for MoMath members — please visit individual event pages for more information. The Museum (11 E 26th St) is open but may occasionally limit access as needed. Be sure to check momath.org for the most up-to-date information, including special hours and/or early closures.
| MoMath at a Glance | |
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| Building Beauty: The Harmonograph Art of Ivan Moscovich in Composite, the gallery at MoMath — a show at the intersection of engineering and art (in person/online) Coming this Spring to Composite! Traces, revealing the stunning and hidden patterns of moving objects (in person) |
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| Math on the House — sign up to be notified when free, last-minute seats become available for select events | |
| Senior Sessions, educator-led sessions for mature adults (online) | |
| Mind-Benders for the Quarantined!, weekly mathematical puzzles from MoMath’s puzzle master, Dr. Peter Winkler | |
| MathPlay, MoMath’s program for preschoolers (in person) | |
| MoMath Online: Student Sessions, educator-led sessions for students in grades pre-K to 12 exploring math from home (online) | |
| Math Discovery, educator-led sessions for students and their families/caregivers hosted at the Museum (in person) | |
| Derivatives, MoMath’s tour program (in person) | |
| Apply now | |
| Expansions, the gifted program at MoMath for students in first grade through high school (in person) | |
| Steven H. Strogatz Prize for Math Communication — for students 15 to 18 years old | |
| The Rosenthal Prize for Innovation and Inspiration in Math Teaching: win $25K! | |
| School and group visits: in-Museum or online visits to MoMath for students, educators, and groups (in person/online) | |
| Free field trips for Title I schools: apply today for a sponsored field trip benefiting your Title I school (in person/online) | |
| Free visits from Math Midway 2 Go for Title I schools: apply today to bring this engaging math exhibition to your school (in person) | |
| Free educator sessions at your school: apply today to invite one of MoMath’s expert educators to bring the joy of math directly to your Title I school (in person) | |
| Integrators, the MoMath high school volunteer program: apply now for summer 2022 (in person) | |
| Differentiators, the MoMath college volunteer program: apply now for the 2022–2023 school year (in person) | |
| Sun, Feb 27 | Tween Primes, the MoMath book club for teens and tweens: Lawn Boy by Gary Paulsen (online) |
| Sun, Feb 27 | Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school (online) |
| Mon, Feb 28 | Buzzword Math: “P vs NP” — presented by Paul Zeitz (online) |
| Tue, Mar 1 | Senior Sessions: “Topological Tic-Tac-Toe” (online) |
| Tue, Mar 1 | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K–3) (online) |
| Tue, Mar 1 | Math Gems, presented by Steven Strogatz (in person/online) |
| Wed, Mar 2 | MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person) |
| Thu, Mar 3 | Skipping Towards Infinity (members-only: Join today!) (online) |
| Fri, Mar 4 | Senior Sessions: “Exhibit Explorations: Pythagorean Puzzlers” (online) |
| Fri, Mar 4 | Math Discovery: “Secrets of Telling Secrets” (for grades 3–6) (in person) |
| Fri, Mar 4 | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs: a traditional emperor and empress (online) |
| Sat, Mar 5 | Math Discovery: “Tessellation Station” (for grades K–2) (in person) |
| Sun, Mar 6 | Bridge Basics, final session of an eight-week introductory course (online) (course recordings now available) |
| Mon, Mar 7 | Senior Sessions: “Fractal Fascinations” (online) |
| Mon, Mar 7 | Buzzword Math: “Quantum Computing” — presented by Paul Zeitz (online) |
| Tue, Mar 8 | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K–3) (online) |
| Tue, Mar 8 | Math Gems, presented by Steven Strogatz (in person/online) |
| Wed, Mar 9 | Math Encounters: “Smartphone Privacy: From Fourier transforms to projective geometry and more” featuring Jelani Nelson (free!) (in person/online) |
| Thu, Mar 10 | Senior Sessions: “Exhibit Explorations: Math Square” (online) |
| Fri, Mar 11 | Math Discovery: “Shape Shifters” (for grades pre-K–2) (in person) |
| Fri, Mar 11 | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs: “Gift Bag” by Doris Lauinger (online) |
| Fri, Mar 11 | Family Fridays: “Chess Challenge” with internationally ranked chess master Alisa Melekhina (free!) (in person/online) |
| Sat, Mar 12 | Krazy Kahoot, a fast-paced family quiz game with Steve Sherman (online) |
| Sat, Mar 12 | Math Discovery: “Möbius Madness” (for grades 3–6) (in person) |
| Sun, Mar 13 | Bridge Basics 2: The Play of the Hand, first session of an eight-week course (online) |
| Mon, Mar 14 | QED: Pitfalls for Parents (online) |
| Tue, Mar 15 | Senior Sessions: “Math of the Pandemic” (online) |
| Tue, Mar 15 | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K–3) (online) |
| Tue, Mar 15 | Volumes, the MoMath book club: a discussion of The Man from the Future by Ananyo Bhattacharya (free to members!) (online) |
| Wed, Mar 16 | Math Gym, a workout for your brain (free!) (online) |
| Wed, Mar 16 | MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person) |
| Wed, Mar 16 | Exhibit Tangents: “Tracks of Galileo and Square-Wheeled Tricycle” with Paul Zeitz (online) |
| Thu, Mar 17 | Ask a Mathematician — Anything! with Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Fri, Mar 18 | Senior Sessions: “Hailstone Numbers” (online) |
| Fri, Mar 18 | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs: “Pureland Car” by Marc Kirschenbaum (online) |
| Sun, Mar 20 | Bridge Basics 2: The Play of the Hand, second session of an eight-week course (online) |
| Sun, Mar 20 | Tween Primes, the MoMath book club for teens and tweens: The Unteachables by Gordon Korman (online) |
| Sun, Mar 20 | Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school (online) |
| Mon, Mar 21 | Senior Sessions: “Dynamic Dice” (online) |
| Tue, Mar 22 | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K–3) (online) |
| Wed, Mar 23 | MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person) |
| Wed, Mar 23 | Exhibit Tangents: “Motionscape” with Paul Zeitz (online) |
| Thu, Mar 24 | Senior Sessions: “Rep-tiles” (online) |
| Fri, Mar 25 | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs: “Hummingbird” by Michael LaFosse (online) |
| Fri, Mar 25 | Equilibrium, MoMath’s adult evening of mathematical games (free to members!) (online) |
| Sun, Mar 27 | Bridge Basics 2: The Play of the Hand, third session of an eight-week course (online) |
| Mon, Mar 28 | Starring Math — discussion of the film The Theory of Everything, hosted by Steven Strogatz and featuring theoretical physicists Lisa Randall and Brian Greene (online) |
| Tue, Mar 29 | Senior Sessions: “Alternative Perspectives” (online) |
| Tue, Mar 29 | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K–3) (online) |
| Wed, Mar 30 | Exhibit Tangents: “Synchronized Spin and Tessellation Station” with Paul Zeitz (online) |
| Thu, Mar 31 | Meet a Mathematician featuring Francis Su; hosted by Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Fri, Apr 1 | Senior Sessions: “Making Math Solid: Tetrahedron” (online) |
| Fri, Apr 1 | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs (online) |
| Sun, Apr 3 | Bridge Basics 2: The Play of the Hand, fourth session of an eight-week course (online) |
| Mon, Apr 4 | Senior Sessions: “Sensational Puzzles” (online) |
| Tue, Apr 5 | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K–3) (online) |
| Wed, Apr 6 | MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person) |
| Thu, Apr 7 | Senior Sessions: “Gallery of Graphs” (online) |
| Fri, Apr 8 | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs (online) |
| Sun, Apr 10 | Bridge Basics 2: The Play of the Hand, fifth session of an eight-week course (online) |
| Mon, Apr 11 | Desert Island Math: “Squares and Cubes” (online) |
| Tue, Apr 12 | Senior Sessions: “Magic Squares” (online) |
| Tue, Apr 12 | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K–3) (online) |
| Wed, Apr 13 | Math Encounters: “The Lonely Runner: an unsolved mystery of mathematics” featuring Matthias Beck (free!) (in person/online) |
| Thu, Apr 14 | Volumes, the MoMath book club: a discussion of The Calculus of Happiness by Oscar E. Fernandez (free to members!) (online) |
| Fri, Apr 15 | Senior Sessions: “Prime Time” (online) |
| Fri, Apr 15 | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs (online) |
| Sun, Apr 17 | Tween Primes, the MoMath book club for teens and tweens: My Best Mathematical and Logic Puzzles by Martin Gardner (online) |
| Sun, Apr 17 | Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school (online) |
| Mon, Apr 18 | Senior Sessions: “Making Math Solid: Hexahedron” (online) |
| Mon, Apr 18 | Desert Island Math: “Shortest Distance” (online) |
| Tue, Apr 19 to Thu, Apr 21 | MoMath Mini-Camps — (in person or online — your choice!) |
| Tue, Apr 19 | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K–3) (online) |
| Tue, Apr 19 | Starring Math — discussion of the film Moneyball, hosted by Steven Strogatz with baseball data expert Lee Mendelowitz and screenwriter Stan Chervin (online) |
| Wed, Apr 20 | Math Gym, a workout for your brain (free!) (online) |
| Wed, Apr 20 | MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person) |
| Wed, Apr 20 | QED: Pitfalls for Parents (online) |
| Thu, Apr 21 | Senior Sessions: “Chessboards and Dominoes” (online) |
| Thu, Apr 21 | Ask a Mathematician — Anything! with Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Fri, Apr 22 | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs (online) |
| Fri, Apr 22 | Family Fridays: “Straight Cut Origami” with Steven Strogatz (free!) (in person/online) |
| Sat, Apr 23 | Krazy Kahoot, a fast-paced family quiz game with Steve Sherman (online) |
| Sun, Apr 24 | Bridge Basics 2: The Play of the Hand, sixth session of an eight-week course (online) |
| Mon, Apr 25 | Desert Island Math: “Geometric Constructions” (free to members!) (online) |
| Tue, Apr 26 | Senior Sessions: “Polyomino Puzzlers” (online) |
| Tue, Apr 26 | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K–3) (online) |
| Wed, Apr 27 | MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person) |
| Thu, Apr 28 | Meet a Mathematician featuring Mariel Vazquez; hosted by Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Fri, Apr 29 | Senior Sessions: “Making Math Solid: Octahedron” (online) |
| Fri, Apr 29 | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs (online) |
| Fri, Apr 29 | Equilibrium, MoMath’s adult evening of mathematical games (online) |
| Sun, May 1 | Bridge Basics 2: The Play of the Hand, seventh session of an eight-week course (online) |
| Mon, May 2 | Desert Island Math: “Polyhedra” (online) |
| Tue, May 3 | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K–3) (online) |
| Wed, May 4 | MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person) |
| Fri, May 6 | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs (online) |
| Sun, May 8 | Bridge Basics 2: The Play of the Hand, final session of an eight-week course (online) |
| Tue, May 10 | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K–3) (online) |
| Wed, May 11 | Math Encounters: “Play Truchet: fun with tiling patterns and generalizations” featuring David Reimann (free!) (in person/online) |
| Mon, Jun 27 to Fri, Sep 2 | 2022 Transformations, the summer camp at MoMath (in person) |
| Sun, Aug 7 to Tue, Aug 9 | MOVES, Mathematics of Various Entertaining Subjects — MoMath’s fifth biennial conference (in person) |
| Wed, Aug 31 to Fri, Sep 2 | MATRIX x IMAGINARY Conference — Meet us in Paris! (in person) |
MoMath in the news:
Dreams and Determination Add Up to MoMath’s 10th Anniversary (Newsday)
How a Mathematician Spends His Sundays (The New York Times)
Take an online journey through the history of math (ScienceNews)
Best Museums in NYC by Age For Families (Families Love Travel)
Dinner! Drinks! Denominators! (The New Yorker)
Person Place Thing episode 380: Steven Strogatz (Person Place Thing)
Flatiron Faces: Cindy Lawrence, Executive Director & CEO, MoMath (Flatiron 23rd Street Partnership)
Icebreakers with…Mathematician and Former NFL Player John Urschel (Morning Brew Sunday Edition)
Online exhibit adds up the history of mathematics (Washington Post)
MoMath “Animation Creation” VFX Series with Beau Janzen (Mommy Factor)
Math Can Help Build a Global Digital Community by MoMath Executive Director, Cindy Lawrence (Scientific American)
Visit MoMath
Admission tickets to visit MoMath in person are on sale at visit.momath.org. Members receive free unlimited admission and free access to many recorded events. (Not a member? Join today!) Please note that MoMath is watching the evolving health situation carefully and may limit access as needed. Please check momath.org for the most up-to-date information.
Retail Pick-of-the-Month: Kanoodle
Can you Kanoodle? Using combinations of connected colored beads, players complete colorful logic puzzles in two unique formats: tricky 2D puzzles and twisted 3D pyramids. Sound simple? It can be… or it can be deviously difficult, depending on the level of play. Hundreds of possible combinations, but only one completes the puzzle! Kanoodle is available in-store or online from Additions, the shop at MoMath.
Support MoMath while shopping at Amazon!
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MoMath gift cards and gift sessions
Give the gift of math! Purchase a gift card by phone at 212-542‑0566 or stop by Additions, the shop at MoMath, to pick up your card today, good for purchases in the shop or admission to the Museum. Or share the gift of a mathematical experience! Gift registrations for Student Sessions and Senior Sessions now available: mathgift.momath.org.
ONGOING PROGRAMS
Birthday parties (in person or online!)
Looking to host a one-of-a-kind birthday party full of fabulous mathematical fun? Invite your guests to MoMath for unique party activities and games, plus a chance to explore more than 40 engaging exhibits! From captivating constructions to scintillating scavenger hunts, enjoy exceptional experiences for birthday celebrants of all ages. Can your hands race as fast as your minds? Check out MoMath’s origami birthday parties, available only online — you and your guests can learn the wondrous art of paper folding from an origami expert! With your choice of customized activities, parties can be personalized for all ages of birthday boys and girls — from children through adults, from simple to complicated. For more information, please email birthdays@momath.org.
Building Beauty: The Harmonograph Art of Ivan Moscovich in Composite, the gallery at MoMath (in person/online)
This solo show includes almost three dozen original pieces of Ivan’s art — created using his custom-made (and patented) harmonograph — and explores the intersection of the mathematics of Lissajous curves with the aesthetics of beautiful art. Ivan used the harmonograph, an analog drawing machine that uses pens and pendulums, to generate an incredible variety of elegantly swirling, multi-colored graphic configurations known as Lissajous patterns. First exhibited at the Institute of Contemporary Arts in London in 1968, the work it produced was acclaimed as the best math art of the time. Since then, Ivan’s creations have been shown in major exhibitions in locations including Berlin, Basel, Mexico City, Tel Aviv, and San Francisco, with a renewed interest in his work in the last few years. The show includes two working harmonographs for visitors to explore how the artwork is created and make their own works to take home. Learn more at composite.momath.org.
Coming this Spring! Traces in Composite, the gallery at MoMath (in person)
Traces reveals the hidden patterns created as objects move through space: the pathways of birds in flight, the oars of a kayaker on a still lake, or even the drum sticks of a jazz percussionist. Sometimes periodic but always organized, the traces of these movements — revealed by the technologically savvy artists in this exhibit — are as intriguing as they are beautiful. Take in the stunning visuals, explore the underlying mathematics of the artwork, and create your own patterns using a suite of engaging, hands-on experiences. Learn more at composite.momath.org.
MoMath comes to YOU! Visit MoMath without leaving your school campus — limited bookings available (in person)
Students and educators, are you ready for a field trip but not able to leave campus just yet? Let MoMath come to you! MoMath’s fully vaccinated, classroom-experienced educators can bring MoMath’s unique blend of enriching math activities and/or hands-on MM2GO exhibits to your campus. Learn more and book your in-school MoMath workshop today at fieldtrips.momath.org. Free visits for Title I schools available — see below or visit titleone.momath.org!
Senior Sessions (online)
Exercise your mental muscles in 45-minute math sessions! Join MoMath’s experienced presenters for intriguing classes on a variety of stimulating topics, including topology, puzzles, and cryptography. Enjoy the sense of discovery and challenge in these engaging, interactive activities with a collegial cohort of mature minds. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org, or give the gift of math at mathgift.momath.org.
Mind-Benders for the Quarantined! (online)
Reaching more than 12,000 people in more than 90 countries, Mind-Benders for the Quarantined! is a runaway hit that engages people all over the world during an unprecedented pandemic. Each Sunday, MoMath will send you a challenging mathematical puzzle from the collection of its own puzzle master, Dr. Peter Winkler. On Tuesday, you’ll receive a subtle hint; on Thursday, a serious push; on Saturday, the solution. And the next day, of course, a new puzzle. Learn more and register at mindbenders.momath.org.
MathPlay, MoMath’s program for preschoolers (in person)
Led by an experienced MoMath educator, MathPlay offers children the opportunity to play well-developed games that help broaden math skills, improve problem-solving techniques, fine-tune motor coordination, and enhance communication and social skills. Give your child every chance of success — recent studies have shown that early development of math skills can be a strong predictor of future school achievement. Learn more and register at mathplay.momath.org.
Student Sessions for grades pre-K through 12 (online)
Mondays through Fridays
Whether your child is already passionate about mathematics or just starting to explore its wonders, MoMath Online: Student Sessions will expose your child to cool areas of mathematics not covered in school and stoke the flames for a lifelong appreciation of mathematics. Drop-in classes guided by an experienced educator are available every weekday, and registration is always free for families in need. Learn more and register at studentsessions.momath.org, or give the gift of math at mathgift.momath.org.
Math Discovery for students and their families/caregivers (in person)
Fridays and Saturdays
Don’t miss the chance to join one of MoMath’s specially trained educators in Math Discovery, a series of hands-on classes exploring intriguing math topics. For students and their families/caregivers. Limited space available. Learn more and register at discovery.momath.org.
Derivatives, MoMath’s tour program (in person)
Enjoy a new perspective on MoMath in a small group setting as you stroll through the Museum with an expert tour guide leading the way. Learn more at derivatives.momath.org. To request a tour, please email groupsales@momath.org with the subject line “Derivatives Tour.”
Math tutoring (in person/online)
Is your child struggling in math? We can help! MoMath is offering limited private tutoring for grades K–12 with certified teachers who have extensive experience successfully teaching students online and in the classroom. Whether your child needs assistance with homework or exam preparation, MoMath’s instructors are ready to help. For more information, please email tutoring@momath.org.
National Museum of Mathematics Exponent Fellowship (in person)
The National Museum of Mathematics is pleased to announce a new fellowship for graduating math majors: the MoMath Exponent Fellowship program. A small cohort students from around the country will be accepted for this highly selective, year-long opportunity to work at the nation’s premier museum of mathematics. This is a paid position with competitive rates. Although the application deadline for the 2022-2023 Fellowship program has passed, interested candidates are welcome to apply; should additional funding become available, more spots may be added. Learn more and apply at fellowship.momath.org.
College undergraduates not yet eligible for the Fellowship: apply now for the Perspectives (summer) and Differentiators (school year) college volunteer programs.
APPLY NOW
Expansions: an afternoon enrichment program for gifted math students (in person)
Reinvent math class with Expansions, MoMath’s afternoon gifted program. Featuring programs for math-loving students enrolled in first through twelfth grades, Expansions workshops are designed and delivered by MoMath’s educational team to illuminate the wonders of mathematics, challenge and inspire students, and broaden their mathematical horizons. With topics ranging from fractals to cellular automata, these afternoon classes provide an opportunity for participants to learn advanced and fascinating topics not included in the standard K–12 curriculum. Plus, students can benefit from enjoying math together in small groups of talented and focused young scholars. MoMath is currently accepting applications for limited spots in the 2021-2022 school year. To learn more and apply, visit expansions.momath.org.
Steven H. Strogatz Prize for Math Communication — for students 15 to 18 years old
Accepting applications through April 27
Are you a high school student who wants to share your love of math with the world? Enter this worldwide contest! Cash prizes will be awarded for compelling math communication projects, and award-winning projects will be posted online. To apply, visit strogatzprize.momath.org.
The Rosenthal Prize for Innovation and Inspiration in Math Teaching
Designed to recognize and promote hands-on math teaching in upper elementary and middle school classrooms, the Rosenthal Prize carries a cash award of $25,000 for the single best activity, plus up to five additional monetary awards for other innovative activities. The winning teacher(s) will have the opportunity to share their innovative activities with educators around the world. To learn more and submit an entry, visit rosenthalprize.momath.org.
School and group visits (in person/online)
MoMath has almost two dozen great student programs, from constructing polygons to creating Möbius strips, for school groups visiting the Museum, in person and online. Bring your students to MoMath for a peek into the exciting world of mathematics, and see why students and teachers of all ages love the Museum. And as a newly available option, educators can bring MoMath activities and exhibits to your campus! Learn more and register at fieldtrips.momath.org.
Free field trips for Title I schools (in person/online)
Support for Title I school trips is now available, thanks to contributions from individuals and organizations, including: Akamai Foundation, Inc.; Con Edison; Judy Gibbons and Francesco Scattone; The Scripps Family Fund for Education and the Arts; Two Sigma; Mark Levine, the 28th Borough President of Manhattan; and New York City Councilwoman Carlina Rivera (2nd District). This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. To apply for a free trip (online, in person, or on your own campus) during the 2021-2022 school year, visit titleone.momath.org. Interested in sponsoring a field trip? Email donation@momath.org.
JOIN THE TEAM
Are you passionate about spreading a love of mathematics? Contact us — we’d love to welcome you to the team! Send the following to jobs@momath.org: a cover letter, your résumé with GPA, and a 150- to 500-word statement describing your views on mathematics or an experience you’ve had related to mathematics.
Positions available in education, administration, marketing, technology, communications, and more — visit jobs.momath.org for a complete list of MoMath’s exciting job and volunteer opportunities.
Know a recent college graduate looking for a collaborative environment at a meaningful institution? Direct them to jobs.momath.org.
Featured positions:
School Groups Coordinator
MoMath is seeking a School Groups Coordinator with excellent administrative and communication skills to serve as the point of contact for planning and scheduling online and in-person class trips for K–12 students.
Program Coordinator
MoMath is seeking a Program Coordinator to provide administrative and coordination support to a variety of highly visible events and ongoing activities such as online and in-person classes and events, after school programs, prize/award programs, public presentations, and summer camps.
UPCOMING EVENTS
For a complete listing of upcoming events and programs at MoMath, please visit events.momath.org.
Tween Primes, the MoMath book club for tweens and teens: Lawn Boy by Gary Paulsen (online)
Sunday, February 27 at 5:30 pm ET (New York)
Enjoy the story of a twelve-year-old who starts out mowing lawns for customers and ends up learning about the stock market and “the beauty of capitalism.” Supply and demand, labor diversification, and wealth distribution play into this engaging tale as the young tween develops an interesting friendship with a neighboring stockbroker — and earns plenty of profit in the process. Learn more and register at tweenprimes.momath.org.
Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school (online)
Sunday, February 27 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Middle and high school students, come spend an hour or more with your peers, enjoying interesting mathematical activities, interactive social games, and great music, all led by an experienced MoMath educator. Learn more and register at unlimited.momath.org.
Buzzword Math: “P vs NP” with Paul Zeitz (online)
Monday, February 28 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
You’ve undoubtedly heard some mathematical phrases without knowing what they really mean. In this captivating series, Paul Zeitz will help us explore a few of the more common mathematical “buzzwords” and try to make sense of them. No, we won’t get to the research frontier — but after attending this series, you’ll be able to more than hold your own at even the nerdiest of cocktail parties! In this session, we’ll tackle P vs NP. You may have heard that this is one of the thorniest and most consequential problems in all of mathematics, and that its resolution would instantly change the way we think about computation. Why is “computation” important, and what do those letters actually mean? Learn more and register at buzzword.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Topological Tic-Tac-Toe” (online)
Tuesday, March 1 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
The familiar game of tic-tac-toe becomes fun and challenging when played on alternative topological surfaces. The typical 3×3 game board is enhanced by gluing pairs of opposite edges together in various ways, making for more interesting games and mind-bending playing spaces. Participants learn to appreciate the ins and outs of these new objects as they develop strategies to master the mathematically enhanced games. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, March 1 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join master storyteller Steve Sherman for an exciting session designed for kindergartners through third graders. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Learn more and register at loving.momath.org.
Math Gems (in person/online)
Tuesday, March 1 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In this delightful minicourse, Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz will show you some of the most beautiful gems in the history of math — clever calculations, nifty numbers, ingenious proofs, and the stories behind them, from cultures around the world — and then invite you to jump in and play with some engaging puzzles based on these jewels of mathematics. Learn more and register at gems.momath.org.
MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person)
Wednesday, March 2 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Led by an experienced MoMath educator, MathPlay offers children the opportunity to play well-developed games that help broaden math skills, improve problem-solving techniques, fine-tune motor coordination, and enhance communication and social skills. Give your child every chance of success — recent studies have shown that early development of math skills can be a strong predictor of future school achievement. Learn more at mathplay.momath.org.
Skipping Towards Infinity (members-only — but it’s not too late to join!) (online)
Thursday, March 3 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Is it possible to add infinitely many things and end up with a single finite number? Sometimes, but the arithmetic of infinity obeys its own strange rules. Achilles and the Tortoise never quite mastered them! Explore this classic paradox and other surprising and unexpected results that arise when considering the mathematics of infinity. Learn more and register at infinity4members.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Exhibit Explorations: Pythagorean Puzzlers” (online)
Friday, March 4 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
The Pythagorean theorem is one of the most important results in all of mathematics. More than 120 geometric proofs of it are currently known! Explore some of them in this hands-on workshop based on MoMath’s Time Tables exhibit. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Math Discovery: “Secrets of Telling Secrets” (for grades 3–6) (in person)
Friday, March 4 at 4:15 pm ET (New York)
Explore cryptography, secret codes, and ciphers. Join us for this introduction to the substitution cipher, which hides messages by replacing letters or groups of letters with other letters or groups of letters. Using patterns and perseverance, learn how to create hidden messages — and how to break secret codes! For students in grades 3 through 6 and their families/caregivers. Learn more and register at discovery.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, March 4 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
Learn how to fold a traditional Japanese emperor and empress. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Math Discovery: “Tessellation Station” (for grades K–2) (in person)
Saturday, March 5 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
From nature to art to architecture, tessellations — or tiling patterns — offer a creative way to understand geometry. Using the symmetries of polygons, discover surprising and beautiful patterns as you learn about infinite tessellations. For students in grades K through 2 and their families/caregivers. Learn more and register at discovery.momath.org.
Bridge Basics, final session of an eight-week introductory course (online)
Sunday, March 6 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Bridge has been called “one of the world’s most popular partnership card games.” If you’ve always wanted to learn to play, MoMath is here to help. Join American Contract Bridge League accredited bridge teacher Dr. Susan J. Fishbein in an eight-week program designed to show you the basics. Grounded in simple arithmetic, bridge inherently includes an assessment of probability as players think about what others are likely or unlikely to have in their hands. Join us for eight weeks — and take away a hobby for a lifetime! Learn more at bridge.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Fractal Fascinations” (online)
Monday, March 7 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Fractals are beautiful and mysterious objects with properties that defy the normal rules of geometry, often consisting of iterated, miniature versions of themselves. Learn about the most famous fractals and what makes them so unusual. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Buzzword Math: “Quantum Computing” with Paul Zeitz (online)
Monday, March 7 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
You’ve undoubtedly heard some mathematical phrases without knowing what they really mean. In this captivating series, Paul Zeitz will help us explore a few of the more common mathematical “buzzwords” and try to make sense of them. No, we won’t get to the research frontier — but after attending this series, you’ll be able to more than hold your own at even the nerdiest of cocktail parties! In this session, we’ll tackle quantum computing. At the intersection of math, physics, and computer science, it’s a breakthrough that has almost happened. Like P vs NP, it could change the universe. How? Learn more and register at buzzword.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, March 8 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join master storyteller Steve Sherman for an exciting session designed for kindergartners through third graders. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Learn more and register at loving.momath.org.
Math Gems (in person/online)
Tuesday, March 8 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In this delightful minicourse, Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz will show you some of the most beautiful gems in the history of math — clever calculations, nifty numbers, ingenious proofs, and the stories behind them, from cultures around the world — and then invite you to jump in and play with some engaging puzzles based on these jewels of mathematics. Learn more and register at gems.momath.org.
Math Encounters: “Smartphone Privacy: From Fourier transforms to projective geometry and more” featuring Jelani Nelson (in person/online)
Wednesday, March 9 at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (New York)
Many of us use smartphones and rely on tools like auto-complete and spelling auto-correct to make using these devices more pleasant, but building these tools creates a conundrum. On the one hand, machine-learning algorithms require data to “learn,” but on the other hand, who among us is willing to send a carbon copy of all our text messages to phone manufacturers to provide that data? Join UC Berkeley computer scientist and engineer Jelani Nelson as he shares how mathematics can be used to construct schemes that, perhaps paradoxically, provably maintain user privacy while still allowing such machine-learning algorithms to learn from our data. Special introduction by Christos Papadimitriou, Donovan Family Professor of Computer Science at Columbia University and author of Logicomix: An epic search for truth. Learn more and register for free at mathencounters.org.
Senior Sessions: “Exhibit Explorations: Math Square” (online)
Thursday, March 10 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
The interactive Math Square floor is the centerpiece of the Museum’s lower level, and among its varying programs is a Voronoi diagram, which creates colorful polygons under visitors’ feet. Learn exciting details about this Museum exhibit and how to make your very own Voronoi diagram. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Math Discovery: “Shape Shifters” (for grades pre-K–2) (in person)
Friday, March 11 at 4:15 pm ET (New York)
Shapes are all around us and form the basic building blocks of modern life. Using wooden squares, rectangles, rhombi, trapezoids, and hexagons, discover how shapes are different from each other and how mathematicians identify and name them. Through games and interactive activities, explore geometrical symmetries and how to construct polygons with many sides, including the tetracontakaihexagon! For students in grades pre-K through 2 and their families/caregivers. Learn more and register at discovery.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, March 11 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
This week, fold “Gift Bag” by Doris Lauinger. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Family Fridays: “Chess Challenge” with Alisa Melekhina (free!) (in person/online)
Friday, March 11 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
A chess board is full of mathematical secrets and surprises! Join Alisa Melekhina, internationally ranked chess master and world team championship gold medalist, for an evening exploring the mathematical properties of chess. Whether you are a chess or math beginner or you’re already a whiz, the whole family will be able to participate in a puzzle competition involving geometric and coordinate-based chess challenges. You will also hear from Alisa, now a practicing corporate litigator, about her journey as a young, female chess player competing at the highest levels through scholastic and international competitions. Chess boards will be set up for casual play during the event. Join us for an engaging chess-filled evening to challenge, chat, and enjoy! Family Fridays is designed to bring family members of all ages together to enjoy a diverse array of engaging mathematical activities, promoting interest and enthusiasm among kids and adults alike. Thanks to the generous support of Two Sigma, this program is free to attendees. Learn more and register at familyfridays.momath.org.
Krazy Kahoot with Steve Sherman (online)
Saturday, March 12 at 3:00 pm ET (New York)
Join MoMath’s favorite math quizmaster Steve Sherman for a fun-filled family game bursting with a wide range of entertaining questions for all ages. Is your family up for this lively challenge?! Learn more and register at krazy.momath.org.
Math Discovery: “Möbius Madness” (for grades 3–6) (in person)
Saturday, March 12 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join us to construct fascinating topological objects such as Möbius bands, discovering their fundamental patterns and structures. Through hands-on activities, uncover the surprising properties hidden around every twist and turn! For students in grades 3 through 6 and their families/caregivers. Learn more and register at discovery.momath.org.
Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand, first session of an eight-week course (online)
Sunday, March 13 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Join American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) accredited bridge teacher Dr. Susan J. Fishbein in this new, eight-week course. Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand focuses on the strategies required for successful declarer play at bridge. The course builds on participants’ knowledge of fundamental bidding practices and applies that knowledge to the winning of contracts through the application of specific playing techniques. The goal of Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is to provide students with a well-rounded and complete foundation for enjoying the game independently and confidently and for continued learning in the game of bridge, a game for a lifetime! Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is a great follow-up for students who have taken Bridge Basics 1 — or have familiarity with basic bidding procedures and some play of the hand, but are looking to learn and practice strategies required for successful declarer play. Learn more and register at bridge2.momath.org.
QED: Pitfalls for Parents (online)
Monday, March 14 at 7:00 pm ET (New York)
Parents, join Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz for an hour of math learning, designed with you in mind. Starting with the basics, we’ll explore — and learn to leap right over — some of the most common stumbling blocks in K–12 math. Anything that you or your child ever found confusing is fair game! This month, Steve is joined by special guest Gary Rubinstein. Gary Rubinstein has taught math for 23 years in Houston, Denver, and New York City. He is the author of the Barron’s Regents review guides and currently teaches at Stuyvesant High School in New York City. He is a Math for America Master Teacher Fellow. Learn more and register at qed.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Math of the Pandemic” (online)
Tuesday, March 15 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Pandemics affect individuals and groups differently. Explore how individual choices may determine, for example, the trajectory of the COVID-19 pandemic in the population. Get a glimpse of game theory, a branch of mathematics that provides us with the tools to understand and analyze these important interactions. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, March 15 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join master storyteller Steve Sherman for an exciting session designed for kindergartners through third graders. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Learn more and register at loving.momath.org.
Volumes, the MoMath book club: a discussion of The Man from the Future by Ananyo Bhattacharya (free to members!) (online)
Tuesday, March 15 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Volumes continues! Join Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz and author Ananyo Bhattacharya for an online discussion of Ananyo’s The Man from the Future, a biography of one of the most fascinating and visionary thinkers in the history of mathematics. John von Neumann, who was born in Budapest in 1903, went on to astonish the world with foundational insights into quantum mechanics, atomic warfare, Cold War politics, game theory, and even evolutionary biology. His Princeton colleagues believed he had the fastest brain in all humanity, and from his deathbed he revealed theories of how all limitations on human — and mechanical — computational powers might be overcome. Learn more and register at volumes.momath.org.
Math Gym, a workout for your brain (free!) (online)
Wednesday, March 16 at 3:30 pm ET (New York)
Students, spend an hour independently working on engaging and beautiful math problems. Choose whichever challenges you like and explore them with the guidance and mentorship of an expert mathematician. If you love to experience the incredible joy of mathematical discovery, you won’t want to miss this enjoyable monthly program. Learn more and register at workout.momath.org.
MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person)
Wednesday, March 16 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Led by an experienced MoMath educator, MathPlay offers children the opportunity to play well-developed games that help broaden math skills, improve problem-solving techniques, fine-tune motor coordination, and enhance communication and social skills. Give your child every chance of success — recent studies have shown that early development of math skills can be a strong predictor of future school achievement. Learn more at mathplay.momath.org.
Exhibit Tangents: “Tracks of Galileo and Square-Wheeled Tricycle” (online)
Wednesday, March 16 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In the months before the pandemic, Professor Paul Zeitz led several after-hours “deep dives,” focusing intently on one or two MoMath exhibits to really understand the underlying mathematics. This new series now brings the same engaging program to those who cannot easily visit the Museum. Whether you’ve seen the exhibits in person or not, the magic of computer simulations will expose the beautiful mathematics that powers some of MoMath’s most popular exhibits. Tracks of Galileo and the Square-Wheeled Tricycle are so popular among visitors that it can be difficult to get near them in the Museum, but in the quiet of your home, you can discover the classical curves that govern the very different phenomena behind these two exhibits. Learn more and register at tangents.momath.org.
Ask a Mathematician — Anything! (online)
Thursday, March 17 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Ever wanted to ask a mathematician something, maybe about a curious new idea you have, or a concept you’d like to understand better? Don’t know whom to ask? Here’s your chance! MoMath’s 2021-2022 Distinguished Visiting Professor for the Public Dissemination of Mathematics, Steven Strogatz, will host this one-hour, online session. Learn more and register at askmath.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Hailstone Numbers” (online)
Friday, March 18 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Hail is formed when ice repeatedly travels up and down within a cloud, growing and shrinking until its mass is steady enough to fall to the ground as hail. Hailstone numbers are repeated patterns of numbers with the same property. They increase and decrease sporadically according to a set rule until they finally plummet in size and eventually become the number one. These number sequences are easy to create but often impossible to fully understand. Come learn what these numbers are, why they are so mystifying, and how they might just represent the next big breakthrough in mathematics. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, March 18 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
This week, fold “Pureland Car” by Marc Kirschenbaum. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand, second session of an eight-week course (online)
Sunday, March 20 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Join American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) accredited bridge teacher Dr. Susan J. Fishbein in this new, eight-week course. Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand focuses on the strategies required for successful declarer play at bridge. The course builds on participants’ knowledge of fundamental bidding practices and applies that knowledge to the winning of contracts through the application of specific playing techniques. The goal of Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is to provide students with a well-rounded and complete foundation for enjoying the game independently and confidently and for continued learning in the game of bridge, a game for a lifetime! Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is a great follow-up for students who have taken Bridge Basics 1 — or have familiarity with basic bidding procedures and some play of the hand, but are looking to learn and practice strategies required for successful declarer play. Learn more and register at bridge2.momath.org.
Tween Primes, the MoMath book club for tweens and teens: The Unteachables by Gordon Korman (online)
Sunday, March 20 at 5:30 pm ET (New York)
The Unteachables are a notorious class of misfits, delinquents, and academic train wrecks. There’s Aldo, with anger management issues; Parker, who can’t read; Kiana, who doesn’t even belong in the class — or any class; and Elaine (rhymes with pain). The Unteachables have been isolated in Room 117 with their teacher, Mr. Zachary Kermit, the most burned-out teacher in all of Greenwich. Once a rising star, his career was shattered by a cheating scandal that haunts him to this day. Ready to retire, Mr. Kermit takes on the final challenge of his career — the Unteachables. Learn more and register at tweenprimes.momath.org.
Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school (online)
Sunday, March 20 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Middle and high school students, come spend an hour or more with your peers, enjoying interesting mathematical activities, interactive social games, and great music, all led by an experienced MoMath educator. Learn more and register at unlimited.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Dynamic Dice” (online)
Monday, March 21 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
What are the odds of rolling a given sum with a pair of standard dice? Explore how to determine the probability, then challenge yourself to find a different way to number the dice to get the very same probabilities. Come roll the dice! For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, March 22 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join master storyteller Steve Sherman for an exciting session designed for kindergartners through third graders. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Learn more and register at loving.momath.org.
MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person)
Wednesday, March 23 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Led by an experienced MoMath educator, MathPlay offers children the opportunity to play well-developed games that help broaden math skills, improve problem-solving techniques, fine-tune motor coordination, and enhance communication and social skills. Give your child every chance of success — recent studies have shown that early development of math skills can be a strong predictor of future school achievement. Learn more at mathplay.momath.org.
Exhibit Tangents: “Motionscape” (online)
Wednesday, March 23 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In the months before the pandemic, Professor Paul Zeitz led several after-hours “deep dives,” focusing intently on one or two MoMath exhibits to really understand the underlying mathematics. This new series now brings the same engaging program to those who cannot easily visit the Museum. Whether you’ve seen the exhibits in person or not, the magic of computer simulations will expose the beautiful mathematics that powers some of MoMath’s most popular exhibits. This slick virtual-reality game is often crowded with young visitors who may not know that the exhibit is actually a beautiful exploration of calculus. Learn why! Learn more and register at tangents.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Rep-tiles” (online)
Thursday, March 24 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Come discover mathematical rep-tiles, geometric shapes that can tile into repetitions of themselves. Learn about scaling, special tessellations, and mathematical proofs, while solving fun rep-tiles puzzles. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, March 25 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
This week, fold “Hummingbird” by Michael LaFosse. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Equilibrium, an adult evening of mathematical games (free to members!) (online)
Friday, March 25 at 7:00 pm ET (New York)
Prepare a snack, log on from home, and connect with new and interesting people, all while enjoying uniquely mathematical games, hosted by the nation’s only Museum of Math. Learn more and register at equilibrium.momath.org.
Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand, third session of an eight-week course (online)
Sunday, March 27 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Join American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) accredited bridge teacher Dr. Susan J. Fishbein in this new, eight-week course. Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand focuses on the strategies required for successful declarer play at bridge. The course builds on participants’ knowledge of fundamental bidding practices and applies that knowledge to the winning of contracts through the application of specific playing techniques. The goal of Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is to provide students with a well-rounded and complete foundation for enjoying the game independently and confidently and for continued learning in the game of bridge, a game for a lifetime! Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is a great follow-up for students who have taken Bridge Basics 1 — or have familiarity with basic bidding procedures and some play of the hand, but are looking to learn and practice strategies required for successful declarer play. Learn more and register at bridge2.momath.org.
Starring Math — discussion of the film The Theory of Everything, hosted by Steven Strogatz (online)
Monday, March 28 at 7:00 pm ET (New York)
Math goes to the movies! Join Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz for an hour of discussion. Each month, you’ll watch the featured film at your convenience, then join Steve and his special guests, who will take us deeper into the making of the film, the math in it, or the true stories of the mathematicians themselves. The series continues with a discussion of The Theory of Everything. Set at the University of Cambridge, this passionate, galaxy-spanning tale details the life and work of legendary physicist Stephen Hawking: from his excellence in math and theoretical physics to his inquiries into black holes and the origins of the universe. It is also the story of his long battle against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and his romance with the author and teacher Jane Wilde, to whom he was married for thirty years and on whose memoir the film is based. Steve is joined by special guests Lisa Randall and Brian Greene. Lisa is a theoretical physicist and the Frank B. Baird, Jr., Professor at Harvard University, where she researches particle physics and cosmology. Brian is a theoretical physicist at Columbia University, known for his work in string theory and cosmology. Learn more and register at starring.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Alternative Perspectives“ (online)
Tuesday, March 29 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Recently featured in MoMath’s Composite gallery, artist Anton Bakker’s work will take you on a journey into a world of mathematical beauty with an added twist: a change in perspective seems to change the very reality of the object before us. Lines, curves, knots, spirals, Möbius strips, optical illusions, and fractals — all are explored in this highly engaging virtual tour. Discover these stunning sculptures and engage in hands-on activities! For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, March 29 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join master storyteller Steve Sherman for an exciting session designed for kindergartners through third graders. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Learn more and register at loving.momath.org.
Exhibit Tangents: “Synchronized Spin and Tessellation Station” (online)
Wednesday, March 30 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In the months before the pandemic, Professor Paul Zeitz led several after-hours “deep dives,” focusing intently on one or two MoMath exhibits to really understand the underlying mathematics. This new series now brings the same engaging program to those who cannot easily visit the Museum. Whether you’ve seen the exhibits in person or not, the magic of computer simulations will expose the beautiful mathematics that powers some of MoMath’s most popular exhibits. The stunning Synchronized Spin exhibit is part of John Edmark’s magical Blooms series. When his sculptures spin under a strobe light, they seem to mutate in hypnotic ways. Just a few steps away are the fun tessellation magnets, usually crowded with visitors. What is the connection between these two exhibits? Learn more and register at tangents.momath.org.
Meet a Mathematician hosted by Steven Strogatz (online)
Thursday, March 31 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Did you ever wonder what a mathematician does all day? Or what made someone decide to become a mathematician? Or even, what a mathematician does for fun? You may be surprised by some of the answers! Join Steven Strogatz, MoMath’s 2021-2022 Distinguished Visiting Professor for the Public Dissemination of Mathematics, as he brings diverse and talented guests to the MoMath stage to share their experiences, their stories, and their love of mathematics. In March, meet Francis Su. Francis is the Benediktsson-Karwa Professor of Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College. He studies the application of combinatorics, geometry, and topology to problems in the social sciences, and has received several national awards for distinguished teaching. He is also the creator of the award-winning Math Fun Facts website and iPhone app, and of a news aggregator for mathematics called MathFeed. Learn more and register at meetmath.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Making Math Solid: Tetrahedron” (online)
Friday, April 1 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Explore geometry and discover the beautiful structure of polyhedra! Using modular origami techniques that involve folding multiple sheets of paper, participants will each create their own tetrahedra. Making Math Solid is a series that focuses on different polyhedra, highlighting their fascinating properties. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, April 1 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
Join origami expert Kathleen Sheridan for Folding Fridays. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand, fourth session of an eight-week course (online)
Sunday, April 3 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Join American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) accredited bridge teacher Dr. Susan J. Fishbein in this new, eight-week course. Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand focuses on the strategies required for successful declarer play at bridge. The course builds on participants’ knowledge of fundamental bidding practices and applies that knowledge to the winning of contracts through the application of specific playing techniques. The goal of Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is to provide students with a well-rounded and complete foundation for enjoying the game independently and confidently and for continued learning in the game of bridge, a game for a lifetime! Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is a great follow-up for students who have taken Bridge Basics 1 — or have familiarity with basic bidding procedures and some play of the hand, but are looking to learn and practice strategies required for successful declarer play. Learn more and register at bridge2.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Sensational Puzzles” (online)
Monday, April 4 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Explore mathematical puzzles that grabbed the headlines! Learn to solve spectacular and controversial puzzles using logic, probability, and basic graph theory; then develop puzzle-solving strategies while diving into these news-making mathematical conundrums. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, April 5 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join master storyteller Steve Sherman for an exciting session designed for kindergartners through third graders. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Learn more and register at loving.momath.org.
MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person)
Wednesday, April 6 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Led by an experienced MoMath educator, MathPlay offers children the opportunity to play well-developed games that help broaden math skills, improve problem-solving techniques, fine-tune motor coordination, and enhance communication and social skills. Give your child every chance of success — recent studies have shown that early development of math skills can be a strong predictor of future school achievement. Learn more and register at mathplay.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Gallery of Graphs” (online)
Thursday, April 7 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Dig into graph theory by exploring the connection between vertices and edges — and the walls of any house. Discover a method to determine whether a ghost can haunt a castle or if a figure can be drawn without lifting the pen. Explore how these two problems are related and learn what they have to do with bridges in 18th-century Prussia, all while enjoying a unique and accessible introduction to this sophisticated branch of mathematics. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, April 8 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
Join origami expert Kathleen Sheridan for Folding Fridays. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand, fifth session of an eight-week course (online)
Sunday, April 10 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Join American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) accredited bridge teacher Dr. Susan J. Fishbein in this new, eight-week course. Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand focuses on the strategies required for successful declarer play at bridge. The course builds on participants’ knowledge of fundamental bidding practices and applies that knowledge to the winning of contracts through the application of specific playing techniques. The goal of Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is to provide students with a well-rounded and complete foundation for enjoying the game independently and confidently and for continued learning in the game of bridge, a game for a lifetime! Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is a great follow-up for students who have taken Bridge Basics 1 — or have familiarity with basic bidding procedures and some play of the hand, but are looking to learn and practice strategies required for successful declarer play. Learn more and register at bridge2.momath.org.
Desert Island Math: “Squares and Cubes” (online)
Monday, April 11 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Imagine you are stranded on a desert island with just pencil and paper — and one mathematical concept to explore. Your goal? To discover as much as you can about that topic. Join mathematician Paul Zeitz in an adventure combining mindfulness and play as we take a single, simple mathematical idea and look at it from as many perspectives as possible. Even alone on an island (or during a pandemic), you will never be bored as long as you have math and your imagination. The operation of squaring — that is, multiplying a number by itself — may seem mundane — but nothing is mundane when you really focus on it. Join us to see how a few very innocent questions about squaring (and possibly cubing) take us beyond simple arithmetic into surprising branches of mathematics. These sessions are geared for beginners, but will also contain food for thought for experts. Learn more and register at desert.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Magic Squares” (online)
Tuesday, April 12 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Magic squares are a set of puzzles that have long fascinated many of the world’s most brilliant thinkers. Dating back more than 4,000 years to ancient China, magic squares are those in which the sums of each column, row, and diagonal are always “magically” the same number! Discover surprising strategies to solve these mysterious puzzles and learn how to create your very own magic square. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, April 12 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join master storyteller Steve Sherman for an exciting session designed for kindergartners through third graders. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Learn more and register at loving.momath.org.
Math Encounters: “The Lonely Runner: an unsolved mystery of mathematics” featuring Matthias Beck (free!) (in person/online)
Wednesday, April 13 at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (New York)
The Lonely Runner Conjecture is an (in)famous open problem in combinatorial number theory: if n runners with different (constant) speeds move around a circular track of length 1, then for each runner there will be a time when they have distance at least 1/n to the others. How did this problem come about, how is it related to the approximation of real numbers by rationals, and how can we visualize this problem using two- or three-dimensional shapes? Join mathematician Matthias Beck as we explore this fascinating mathematical mystery. Learn more and register for free at mathencounters.org.
Volumes, the MoMath book club: a discussion of The Calculus of Happiness by Oscar E. Fernandez (free to members!) (online)
Thursday, April 14 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Volumes continues! Join Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz for an online discussion of The Calculus of Happiness by Oscar Fernandez. What’s the best diet for overall health and weight management? How can we change our finances to retire earlier? How can we maximize our chances of finding our soul mate? In The Calculus of Happiness, Oscar Fernandez shows us that math yields powerful insights into health, wealth, and love. Using only high-school-level math (precalculus with a dash of calculus), Fernandez guides us through several surprising results, including an easy rule of thumb for choosing foods that lower our risk for developing diabetes, simple “all-weather” investment portfolios with great returns, and math-backed strategies for achieving financial independence and searching for our soul mate. Learn more and register at volumes.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Prime Time” (online)
Friday, April 15 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Come explore modular arithmetic and prime numbers by learning about Cayley graphs, which resemble circular connect-the-dots patterns, but encode important mathematical information. Turn multiplication problems into simple shapes and discover the surprising patterns that emerge. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, April 15 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
Join origami expert Kathleen Sheridan for Folding Fridays. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Tween Primes, the MoMath book club for tweens and teens: My Best Mathematical and Logic Puzzles by Martin Gardner (online)
Sunday, April 17 at 5:30 pm ET (New York)
Over a period of 25 years as author of the Mathematical Games column for Scientific American, Martin Gardner devoted a column every six months or so to short math problems or puzzles. This volume contains a rich selection of 70 of the best of these brainteasers, in some cases including references to new mathematical developments related to the puzzle. Now enthusiasts can challenge their solving skills and rattle their egos with such stimulating mind-benders as The Returning Explorer, The Mutilated Chessboard, Scrambled Box Tops, The Fork in the Road, Bronx vs. Brooklyn, and 64 other problems involving logic and basic math. Solutions are included. Learn more and register at tweenprimes.momath.org.
Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school (online)
Sunday, April 17 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Middle and high school students, come spend an hour or more with your peers, enjoying interesting mathematical activities, interactive social games, and great music, all led by an experienced MoMath educator. Learn more and register at unlimited.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Making Math Solid: Hexahedron” (online)
Monday, April 18 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Explore geometry and discover the beautiful structure of polyhedra! Using modular origami techniques that involve folding multiple sheets of paper, participants will each create their own hexahedra. Making Math Solid is a series that focuses on different polyhedra, highlighting their fascinating properties. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Desert Island Math: “Shortest Distance” (online)
Monday, April 18 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Imagine you are stranded on a desert island with just pencil and paper — and one mathematical concept to explore. Your goal? To discover as much as you can about that topic. Join mathematician Paul Zeitz in an adventure combining mindfulness and play as we take a single, simple mathematical idea and look at it from as many perspectives as possible. Even alone on an island (or during a pandemic), you will never be bored as long as you have math and your imagination! We all know that “the shortest distance between two points is a straight line,” but that’s only true if the points lie on a two-dimensional plane and there are no other constraints. What if they don’t line on a plane? Or what if there are obstructions? Delve deeply into a few such situations and learn a bit about optimization and non-Euclidean geometries in the process. These sessions are geared for beginners, but will also contain food for thought for experts. Learn more and register at desert.momath.org.
MoMath Mini-Camps (in person or online — your choice!)
Tuesday, April 19 to Thursday, April 21
Too cool for school: these interactive theme-based lessons and creative hands-on projects make math come alive for each and every participant! Learn more and register at minicamp.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, April 19 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join master storyteller Steve Sherman for an exciting session designed for kindergartners through third graders. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Learn more and register at loving.momath.org.
Starring Math — discussion of the film Moneyball, hosted by Steven Strogatz (online)
Tuesday, April 19 at 7:00 pm ET (New York)
Math goes to the movies! This month, join Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz, screenwriter Stan Chervin, and Washington Nationals Senior Director of Research and Development Lee Mendelowitz for a discussion of Moneyball. Moneyball tells the story of baseball executive Billy Beane and a young Yale economics grad named Peter Brand, who has ambitious and untested ideas about how best to build a team. With Brand’s help, Beane vows to turn the Oakland A’s around using stats, models, and other predictive methods once unheard of in professional sports. Save the date — registration opens soon. Learn more at starring.momath.org.
Math Gym, a workout for your brain (free!) (online)
Wednesday, April 20 at 3:30 pm ET (New York)
Students, spend an hour independently working on engaging and beautiful math problems. Choose whichever challenges you like and explore them with the guidance and mentorship of an expert mathematician. If you love to experience the incredible joy of mathematical discovery, you won’t want to miss this enjoyable monthly program. Learn more and register at workout.momath.org.
MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person)
Wednesday, April 20 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Led by an experienced MoMath educator, MathPlay offers children the opportunity to play well-developed games that help broaden math skills, improve problem-solving techniques, fine-tune motor coordination, and enhance communication and social skills. Give your child every chance of success — recent studies have shown that early development of math skills can be a strong predictor of future school achievement. Learn more and register at mathplay.momath.org.
QED: Pitfalls for Parents (online)
Wednesday, April 20 at 7:00 pm ET (New York)
Parents, join Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz for an hour of math learning, designed with you in mind. Starting with the basics, we’ll explore — and learn to leap right over — some of the most common stumbling blocks in K–12 math. Anything that you or your child ever found confusing is fair game! Learn more and register at qed.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Chessboards and Dominoes” (online)
Thursday, April 21 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
What shapes can you fit together to cover a chessboard? Dominoes? Trominoes? Learn about mathematical proofs while exploring patterns of odd and even numbers and experimenting with real dominoes and chessboards. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Ask a Mathematician — Anything! (online)
Thursday, April 21 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Ever wanted to ask a mathematician something, maybe about a curious new idea you have, or a concept you’d like to understand better? Don’t know whom to ask? Here’s your chance! MoMath’s 2021-2022 Distinguished Visiting Professor for the Public Dissemination of Mathematics, Steven Strogatz, will host this one-hour, online session. Learn more and register at askmath.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, April 22 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
Join origami expert Kathleen Sheridan for Folding Fridays. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Family Fridays: “Straight Cut Origami” with Steven Strogatz (free!) (in person/online)
Friday, April 22 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
We explore how to cut squares, triangles, and other shapes out of the middle of a piece of paper using only a single cut along a straight line. Sounds impossible, right? But that’s the magic of math! With the right clues from geometry and some fun-filled playing and experimenting, everyone — young and old — will discover just how far you can go with a single straight cut. Family Fridays is designed to bring family members of all ages together to enjoy a diverse array of engaging mathematical activities, promoting interest and enthusiasm among kids and adults alike. Thanks to the generous support of Two Sigma, this program is free to attendees. Registration coming soon. Learn more at familyfridays.momath.org.
Krazy Kahoot with Steve Sherman (online)
Saturday, April 23 at 3:00 pm ET (New York)
Join MoMath’s favorite math quizmaster Steve Sherman for a fun-filled family game bursting with a wide range of entertaining questions for all ages. Is your family up for this lively challenge?! Learn more and register at krazy.momath.org.
Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand, sixth session of an eight-week course (online)
Sunday, April 24 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Join American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) accredited bridge teacher Dr. Susan J. Fishbein in this new, eight-week course. Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand focuses on the strategies required for successful declarer play at bridge. The course builds on participants’ knowledge of fundamental bidding practices and applies that knowledge to the winning of contracts through the application of specific playing techniques. The goal of Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is to provide students with a well-rounded and complete foundation for enjoying the game independently and confidently and for continued learning in the game of bridge, a game for a lifetime! Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is a great follow-up for students who have taken Bridge Basics 1 — or have familiarity with basic bidding procedures and some play of the hand, but are looking to learn and practice strategies required for successful declarer play. Learn more and register at bridge2.momath.org.
Desert Island Math: “Geometric Constructions” (free to members!) (online)
Monday, April 25 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Imagine you are stranded on a desert island with just pencil and paper — and one mathematical concept to explore. Your goal? To discover as much as you can about that topic. Join mathematician Paul Zeitz in an adventure combining mindfulness and play as we take a single, simple mathematical idea and look at it from as many perspectives as possible. Even alone on an island (or during a pandemic), you will never be bored as long as you have math and your imagination! It’s time to get out some paper, a pencil, and the best compass you own (computer simulations are OK, too!). Enter the ancient and serene world of traditional geometric constructions, where we are only allowed two tools: a compass to draw circles and a straightedge to draw lines. Keeping our toolbox small in no way constrains our imagination: we can do amazing things with these two tools — even if they are “broken!” These sessions are geared for beginners, but will also contain food for thought for experts. Learn more and register at desert.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Polyomino Puzzlers” (online)
Tuesday, April 26 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
You’ve heard of dominoes, but have you ever heard of trominoes, tetrominoes, or pentominoes? Discover the many surprising shapes you can create simply by combining single-size squares. Explore various types of symmetry using these unique objects. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, April 26 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join master storyteller Steve Sherman for an exciting session designed for kindergartners through third graders. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Learn more and register at loving.momath.org.
MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person)
Wednesday, April 27 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Led by an experienced MoMath educator, MathPlay offers children the opportunity to play well-developed games that help broaden math skills, improve problem-solving techniques, fine-tune motor coordination, and enhance communication and social skills. Give your child every chance of success — recent studies have shown that early development of math skills can be a strong predictor of future school achievement. Learn more and register at mathplay.momath.org.
Meet a Mathematician featuring Mariel Vazquez, hosted by Steven Strogatz (online)
Thursday, April 28 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join Steven Strogatz, MoMath’s 2021-2022 Distinguished Visiting Professor for the Public Dissemination of Mathematics, as he brings diverse and talented guests to the MoMath stage to share their experiences, their stories, and their love of mathematics. In April, meet Mariel Vazquez. Mariel Vazquez is an award-winning professor at UC Davis who is jointly affiliated with the Department of Mathematics and the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics. She studies how DNA can get itself tied up in knots and then untie itself. In 2020, she was elected a Fellow of the American Mathematical Society for her outreach efforts and research at the intersection of topology and molecular biology, and for her service to the mathematical community, in particular to underrepresented groups. Learn more and register at meetmath.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Making Math Solid: Octahedron” (online)
Friday, April 29 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Explore geometry and discover the beautiful structure of polyhedra! Using modular origami techniques that involve folding multiple sheets of paper, participants will each create their own octahedra. Making Math Solid is a series that focuses on different polyhedra, highlighting their fascinating properties. For senior citizens / mature adults. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, April 29 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
Join origami expert Kathleen Sheridan for Folding Fridays. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Equilibrium, an adult evening of mathematical games (online)
Friday, April 29 at 7:00 pm ET (New York)
Prepare a snack, log on from home, and connect with new and interesting people, all while enjoying uniquely mathematical games, hosted by the nation’s only Museum of Math. Registration coming soon. Learn more at equilibrium.momath.org.
Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand, seventh session of an eight-week course (online)
Sunday, May 1 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Join American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) accredited bridge teacher Dr. Susan J. Fishbein in this new, eight-week course. Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand focuses on the strategies required for successful declarer play at bridge. The course builds on participants’ knowledge of fundamental bidding practices and applies that knowledge to the winning of contracts through the application of specific playing techniques. The goal of Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is to provide students with a well-rounded and complete foundation for enjoying the game independently and confidently and for continued learning in the game of bridge, a game for a lifetime! Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is a great follow-up for students who have taken Bridge Basics 1 — or have familiarity with basic bidding procedures and some play of the hand, but are looking to learn and practice strategies required for successful declarer play. Learn more and register at bridge2.momath.org.
Desert Island Math: “Polyhedra” (online)
Monday, May 2 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Imagine you are stranded on a desert island with just pencil and paper — and one mathematical concept to explore. Your goal? To discover as much as you can about that topic. Join mathematician Paul Zeitz in an adventure combining mindfulness and play as we take a single, simple mathematical idea and look at it from as many perspectives as possible. Even alone on an island (or during a pandemic), you will never be bored as long as you have math and your imagination! Why study polyhedra? Because it’s fun to build things! But also, because simple 3-D objects like polyhedra are right at the edge of what human brains can imagine. The jump from 2-D polygons to 3-D polyhedra can inspire us to think about even higher dimensions. As we explore polyhedra, we will frequently ask, “What does it have to do with the 2-D world that we understand well?” and “How can we use this to jump into the 4th dimension?” These sessions are geared for beginners, but will also contain food for thought for experts. Learn more and register at desert.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, May 3 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join master storyteller Steve Sherman for an exciting session designed for kindergartners through third graders. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Learn more and register at loving.momath.org.
MathPlay, for pre-K students (in person)
Wednesday, May 4 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Led by an experienced MoMath educator, MathPlay offers children the opportunity to play well-developed games that help broaden math skills, improve problem-solving techniques, fine-tune motor coordination, and enhance communication and social skills. Give your child every chance of success — recent studies have shown that early development of math skills can be a strong predictor of future school achievement. Learn more and register at mathplay.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, May 6 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
Join origami expert Kathleen Sheridan for Folding Fridays. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand, final session of an eight-week course (online)
Sunday, May 8 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Join American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) accredited bridge teacher Dr. Susan J. Fishbein in this new, eight-week course. Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand focuses on the strategies required for successful declarer play at bridge. The course builds on participants’ knowledge of fundamental bidding practices and applies that knowledge to the winning of contracts through the application of specific playing techniques. The goal of Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is to provide students with a well-rounded and complete foundation for enjoying the game independently and confidently and for continued learning in the game of bridge, a game for a lifetime! Bridge Basics 2: the Play of the Hand is a great follow-up for students who have taken Bridge Basics 1 — or have familiarity with basic bidding procedures and some play of the hand, but are looking to learn and practice strategies required for successful declarer play. Learn more and register at bridge2.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, May 10 at 4:00 pm ET (New York)
Join master storyteller Steve Sherman for an exciting session designed for kindergartners through third graders. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Learn more and register at loving.momath.org.
Math Encounters: “Play Truchet: fun with tiling patterns and generalizations” featuring David Reimann (free!) (in person/online)
Wednesday, May 11 at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (New York)
Simple rules allow us to combine basic objects into incredibly complex patterns or actions. For example, Truchet tiles can be used to create a broad range of beautiful motifs. Interestingly, these designs can also be used to encode messages and other information. Join Albion College mathematician and computer scientist David Reimann as he shares the history and leads some explorations of these fascinating patterns. Special introduction by Stuart Denman, creator and developer of Tiny Bubbles and grandson of Cyril Stanley Smith, popularizer of Truchet tiles. Learn more and register at mathencounters.org.
Transformations 2022, the summer camp at MoMath (in person)
Monday, June 27 through Friday, September 2
Thinking about summer 2022 already? So is MoMath! At Transformations, the summer camp at MoMath, students in grades one through nine will experience the richness of mathematics in America’s only museum dedicated to math. Through full-body interactive activities, hands-on education sessions, and creative projects, math will come alive for each and every participant. Learn more and register at summercamp.momath.org.
MOVES: “The Fascination of Puzzles” (in person)
Sunday, August 7 through Tuesday, August 9, 2022
The fifth biennial MOVES (Mathematics of Various Entertaining Subjects) Conference, hosted by MoMath and sponsored by Two Sigma, will feature an amazing lineup of keynote speakers, including Yoshi Anpuku, Scott Kim, Tanya Khovanova, Oskar van Deventer, and Peter Winkler. The conference will take place in person on August 8 and 9, with an opening reception at MoMath on the evening of Sunday, August 7. Learn more and register at moves.momath.org.
MATRIX x IMAGINARY Conference in Paris (in person)
Wednesday, August 31 through Friday, September 2, 2022
MoMath is pleased to announce that it is joining forces with Institut Henri Poincaré and the IMAGINARY team to bring you MATRIX x IMAGINARY on the future of mathematics engagement. Mark your calendars now for three days of sharing, networking, and learning as we gather for the fourth biennial MATRIX conference in Paris. Learn more and register at matrix.momath.org.
VOLUNTEER AT MoMath!
Perspectives: The MoMath Summer College Volunteer Program (in person)
Each summer, MoMath offers Perspectives, a volunteer program for college undergraduates. Students who complete Perspectives gain knowledge and experience in what it takes to operate a successful business and are exposed to a variety of interesting programs, lectures, and people. The expected commitment is five days per week for eight to twelve weeks, and it typically includes assignments on the floor of the Museum, in the retail shop, and in MoMath’s administrative office. Perspectives is an unpaid volunteer program. MoMath is currently accepting applications for summer 2022 and will be admitting candidates on a rolling basis. Learn more and apply at perspectives.momath.org.
Differentiators: The MoMath School-Year College Volunteer Program (in person)
MoMath is seeking a limited number of college undergraduates for ongoing volunteer roles interacting with visitors on the floor of the Museum. This is a unique chance to improve your interpersonal and communication skills, explore mathematical concepts, and make valuable new connections. MoMath student docents train with professional educators, interpreters, and managers. Participation in the school-year program currently requires a commitment of one day (or two half-days) per week, generally on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, or Mondays. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Learn more and apply at differentiators.momath.org.
Integrators: The MoMath High School Volunteer Program (in person)
MoMath accepts a limited number of high school students for ongoing volunteer roles during summer vacation and/or the academic year. The Integrators program offers a unique chance to improve interpersonal and communication skills, explore mathematical concepts, and learn valuable job skills. MoMath Integrators interact with visitors (on the Museum floor or online) and train with professional educators, interpreters, and managers. Students who participate during summer vacation commit five days per week, while school-year participants commit approximately one day per week, typically a Saturday or Sunday, from September through June. Apply now for summer 2022. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Learn more and apply at volunteers.momath.org.
Other volunteer opportunities
MoMath welcomes volunteers who provide valuable support in a variety of individual ways across the Museum, in both public-facing and internal roles.
- Do you love math and would you like to help others enjoy MoMath’s interactive suite of exhibits — and are you willing to devote two four-hour shifts each month? Apply to become a volunteer Integrator in the Museum!
- Can you occasionally assist with MoMath events, demonstrations, birthday parties, and other activities at the Museum?
- Are you a professional who would like to donate your expertise and time to MoMath? MoMath welcomes your support, especially if you are an educator, administrator, videographer, or technologist.
To apply, please send an email to volunteer@momath.org with a subject line that includes “Volunteer” and your name. Include a cover letter, current résumé, and a newly written statement that, in approximately 150 to 500 words, describes an experience that shaped your love of mathematics.
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