MoMath May – June 2025 Upcoming Events
Dear MoMath Friends,
As the days grow longer, so does MoMath’s list of exciting opportunities to experience the joy, beauty, and intrigue of mathematics. This May and June, step into a world where paper folds into fantastic forms, simple rules generate stunning patterns, and centuries-old manuscripts unlock million-dollar mysteries. Whether you’re a student or a scholar, a fan of formulas or film, in New York City or somewhere else around the world, there’s something on offer to excite and delight. So get ready to fold, fractal, and film your way into summer, only at the National Museum of Mathematics — we bring math to life!
If the below slate of events interests or intrigues you, excites or delights you, or inspires and encourages you, please show your support by helping MoMath transition to an exciting new home on Ladies’ Mile at 635 Avenue of the Americas. Donate $55 today and be part of building MoMath 2.0!
MoMath on Fifth, a pop-up experience located at 225 Fifth Avenue in Manhattan/New York City, is open for general admission from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, seven days a week, 364 days a year. Purchase admission tickets, become a member, and check out upcoming events, in person and online!
| MoMath at a Glance | ||
| All times are in Eastern Time Zone (New York). | ||
| Fri, Apr 25 | 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Spring 2025 MathPlay for 5’s, MoMath’s preschool program (in person) |
| Fri, Apr 25 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series (online) |
| Fri, Apr 25 | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm |
Free! Family Fridays: “Flexagon Secrets and Puzzles” with Ann and Ela Schwartz (in person) |
| Sat, Apr 26 | 10:15 am | Math Discovery: “Secrets of Telling Secrets” (Grades 3 through 6) (in person) |
| Sat, Apr 26 | 11:00 am to 1:00 pm | Free with Museum admission! Gridlock Games (in person) |
| Sat, Apr 26 | 2:30 pm | Math Discovery: “Shape Shifters” (Grades pre-K through 2) (in person) |
| Sat, Apr 26 | 4:00 pm | Math Discovery: “Tied in Knot Theory” (Grades 4 through 8) (in person) |
| Sun, Apr 27 | 10:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Free! Free Play, MoMath’s free general admission hours (in person) |
| Sun, Apr 27 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Extensions: “How to Count” — MoMath’s online math program featuring Chaim Goodman-Strauss (grades 6–12) (online) |
| Sun, Apr 27 | 5:15 pm | Tween Primes: a discussion of Spying on Spies by Marissa Moss; hosted by David Reimann (in person) |
| Mon, Apr 28 | 6:30 pm | Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring David Reimann (online) |
| Tue, Apr 29 | 4:00 pm | Free to members! Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online) |
| Tue, Apr 29 | 6:30 pm | Mathematics and Art: “Fractals” — minicourse featuring David Reimann (in person) |
| Wed, Apr 30 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Math in Art III: Friezes” (online) |
| Wed, Apr 30 | 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Spring 2025 MathPlay for 4’s, MoMath’s preschool program (in person) |
| Wed, Apr 30 | 6:30 pm | Starring Math: a special in-person screening of The $2 Million Lost Book of Archimedes, featuring Ben Syversen, Steven Strogatz, and Alex Kontorovich (in person) |
| Fri, May 2 | 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Spring 2025 MathPlay for 5’s, MoMath’s preschool program (in person) |
| Fri, May 2 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series (online) |
| Sat, May 3 | 10:15 am | Math Discovery: “Tessellation Station” (Grades K through 2) (in person) |
| Sat, May 3 | 11:00 am to 1:00 pm | Free with Museum admission! Gridlock Games (in person) |
| Sat, May 3 | 2:30 pm | Math Discovery: “Möbius Madness” (Grades 3 through 6) (in person) |
| Sat, May 3 | 4:00 pm | Math Discovery: “Bridging the Map” (Grades 5 through 8) (in person) |
| Sun, May 4 | 10:00 am to 1:00 pm |
Free! Free Play, MoMath’s free general admission hours (in person) |
| Mon, May 5 | 6:30 pm | Meet a Mathematician: Carolyn Yackel, hosted by David Reimann (online) |
| Tue, May 6 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online) |
| Tue, May 6 | 6:30 pm | Free to members! Mathematics and Art: “The Art of Curves, Knots, Links, and Interlace” — minicourse featuring David Reimann (in person) |
| Wed, May 7 | 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Spring 2025 MathPlay for 4’s, MoMath’s preschool program (in person) |
| Wed, May 7 | 4:00 pm 7:00 pm |
Free! Math Encounters: “Shh! The Mathematics of Secrets” featuring Adriana Salerno (in person) |
| Thu, May 8 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Chessboards and Dominoes” (online) |
| Thu, May 8 | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
Free! Free Play, MoMath’s free general admission hours — with extended Museum hours! (in person) |
| Thu, May 8 | 6:30 pm | Starring Math, featuring The Nature of Things: Martin Gardner Mathemagician; hosted by David Reimann (online) |
| Fri, May 9 | 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Spring 2025 MathPlay for 5’s, MoMath’s preschool program (in person) |
| Fri, May 9 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series (online) |
| Sat, May 10 | 11:00 am to 1:00 pm | Free with Museum admission! Gridlock Games (in person) |
| Sat, May 10 | 2:30 pm | Math Discovery: “Secrets of Telling Secrets” (Grades 3 through 6) (in person) |
| Sat, May 10 | 4:00 pm | Math Discovery: “Shape Shifters” (Grades pre-K through 2) (in person) |
| Mon, May 12 | 6:30 pm | Volumes: a discussion of Undiluted Hocus-Pocus: The Autobiography of Martin Gardner by Martin Gardner; hosted by David Reimann (online) |
| Tue, May 13 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Math in the Corner Pocket” (online) |
| Tue, May 13 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online) |
| Tue, May 13 | 6:30 pm | Mathematics and Art: “The Art of Surfaces” — minicourse featuring David Reimann (in person) |
| Wed, May 14 | 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Spring 2025 MathPlay for 4’s, MoMath’s preschool program (in person) |
| Wed, May 14 | 4:00 pm 7:00 pm |
Free! Math Gym, a workout for your brain (grades 1–12) (online) |
| Thu, May 15 | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm |
Equilibrium, game night for adults at MoMath (in person) |
| Fri, May 16 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series (online) |
| Sat, May 17 | 11:00 am to 1:00 pm | Free with Museum admission! Gridlock Games (in person) |
| Sun, May 18 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Extensions: “An Introduction to the Theory of Computation” — MoMath’s online math program featuring Chaim Goodman-Strauss (grades 6–12) (online) |
| Sun, May 18 | 5:15 pm | Tween Primes: a discussion of Perplexing Puzzles and Tantalizing Teasers by Martin Gardner; hosted by David Reimann (in person) |
| Mon, May 19 | 6:30 pm | QED, a conversation about math and math education; hosted by David Reimann (online) |
| Tue, May 20 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online) |
| Tue, May 20 | 6:30 pm | Mathematics and Art: “The Art of Hyperbolic Spaces” — minicourse featuring David Reimann (in person) |
| Wed, May 21 | 2:00 pm | Free to members! Senior Sessions: “Gallery of Graphs” (online) |
| Wed, May 21 | 7:00 pm | Starring Math: a special in-person screening of 3Blue1Brown’s “The Cosmic Distance Ladder” (in person) *Doors open at 6:00 pm. |
| Fri, May 23 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series (online) |
| Sat, May 24 | 10:15 am | Math Discovery: “Graphs of the Rainbow” (Grades 4 through 8) (in person) |
| Sat, May 24 | 2:30 pm | Math Discovery: “Tessellation Station” (Grades K through 2) (in person) |
| Sat, May 24 | 3:00 pm | Free to members! Krazy Kahoot, MoMath’s family quiz show; hosted by Steve Sherman (online) |
| Sat, May 24 | 4:00 pm | Math Discovery: “Möbius Madness” (Grades 3 through 6) (in person) |
| Tue, May 27 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online) |
| Tue, May 27 | 6:30 pm | Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring David Reimann (online) |
| Thu, May 29 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Math in Art: Tessellations I” (online) |
| Thu, May 29 | 6:30 pm | The p-adic Numbers: A Hidden Mathematical Universe featuring Alex Kontorovich (in person) |
| Fri, May 30 | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm |
Free! Family Fridays: “Up To One Million Dollars In Prize Money May Be Given Away!” with Chaim Goodman-Strauss (in person) |
| Sat, May 31 | 10:15 am | Math Discovery: “Secrets of Telling Secrets” (Grades 3 through 6) (in person) |
| Sat, May 31 | 2:30 pm | Math Discovery: “Crazy Dice” (Grades 5 through 8) (in person) |
| Sat, May 31 | 4:00 pm | Math Discovery: “Shape Shifters” (Grades pre-K through 2) (in person) |
| Sun, Jun 1 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Extensions: “An Introduction to the Theory of Computation” — MoMath’s online math program featuring Chaim Goodman-Strauss (grades 6–12) (online) |
| Sun, Jun 1 | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm |
Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for middle and high school students; featuring “Gridlocked: Geometry under the Manhattan Metric” with MOST Fellow Maddie Weinstein (in person + drop-off) |
| Mon, Jun 2 | 6:30 pm | Meet a Mathematician, hosted by David Reimann (online) |
| Tue, Jun 3 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Hands and Minds” (online) |
| Tue, Jun 3 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online) |
| Tue, Jun 3 | 6:30 pm | The Art of M.C. Escher: “Exploring the World of M.C. Escher” — A minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. David Reimann (in person) |
| Wed, Jun 4 | 4:00 pm 7:00 pm |
Free! Math Encounters featuring Rebecca Willett (in person) |
| Sat, Jun 7 | 3:00 pm | Krazy Kahoot, MoMath’s family quiz show; hosted by Steve Sherman (online) |
| Sun, Jun 8 | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm |
Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for middle and high school students; featuring “Can You Cross Every Bridge Exactly Once? A Journey Through the Seven Bridges of Königsberg” with MOST Fellow Elena Wang (in person + drop-off) |
| Mon, Jun 9 | 6:30 pm | Volumes: a discussion of M.C. Escher: Visions of Symmetry by Doris Schattschneider; hosted by David Reimann (online) |
| Tue, Jun 10 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online) |
| Tue, Jun 10 | 6:30 pm | The Art of M.C. Escher: “The Paradoxical Realms of M.C. Escher” — A minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. David Reimann (in person) |
| Thu, Jun 12 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Polyomino Puzzlers” (online) |
| Thu, Jun 12 | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm |
Equilibrium, game night for adults at MoMath (in person) |
| Fri, Jun 13 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series (online) |
| Sun, Jun 15 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Extensions: “An Introduction to the Theory of Computation” — MoMath’s online math program featuring Chaim Goodman-Strauss (grades 6–12) (online) |
| Mon, Jun 16 | 6:30 pm | Starring Math, featuring M.C. Escher: Journey to Infinity; hosted by David Reimann (online) |
| Tue, Jun 17 | 6:30 pm | The Art of M.C. Escher: “Tessellations and Symmetry with Escher” — A minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. David Reimann (in person) |
| Wed, Jun 18 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Play like a Mathematician: Game, SET, Math” (online) |
| Wed, Jun 18 | 4:00 pm 7:00 pm |
Free! Math Gym, a workout for your brain (grades 1–12) (online) |
| Wed, Jun 18 | 6:30 pm | A Simpler Way to Understand ⅇ, featuring Po-Shen Loh (in person) |
| Thu, Jun 19 | 6:30 pm | Art Opening: Warped Realities: The Art of Differential Geometry (in person) |
| Thu, Jun 19 | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm |
The Aftermath (in person) |
| Fri, Jun 20 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series (online) |
| Fri, Jun 20 | 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm |
Free! Family Fridays: “ONE UP: A New Number Puzzle That’s Taking Off” with Rodolfo Kurchan (in person) |
| Sun, Jun 22 | 5:15 pm | Tween Primes: a discussion of The Magic Mirror of M.C. Escher by Bruno Ernst; hosted by David Reimann (in person) |
| Mon, Jun 23 to Fri, Jun 27 |
9:00 am to 3:00 pm* |
Transformations 2025, the summer program at MoMath, kicks off with Session One: “3D Art” (grades 1–6) (in person) *Extended-day options available until 5:00 pm. |
| Mon, Jun 23 | 6:30 pm | QED, a conversation about math and math education; hosted by David Reimann (online) |
| Tue, Jun 24 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Dynamic Dice” (online) |
| Tue, Jun 24 | 6:30 pm | The Art of M.C. Escher: “Escher’s Infinite Realities” — A minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. David Reimann (in person) |
| Thu, Jun 26 | 6:30 pm | Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring David Reimann (online) |
| Thu, Jun 26 | 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm |
Game On — featuring Steve Sherman (in person) |
| Fri, Jun 27 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series (online) |
| Sun, Jun 29 | 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm |
Extensions: “An Introduction to the Theory of Computation” — MoMath’s online math program featuring Chaim Goodman-Strauss (grades 6–12) (online) |
| Mon, Jun 30 to Fri, Jul 4 |
9:00 am to 3:00 pm* |
Transformations 2025, the summer program at MoMath — Session Two: “Number Hunt” (grades 1–6) (in person) *Extended-day options available until 5:00 pm. |
| Sat, Jul 12 | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm |
Free! NYC Math Festival 2025 at Fosun Plaza (Financial District) |
| Sun to Tue, Aug 10 to 12 |
MOVES 2025 Conference: “The Shapes of Math” (registration and proposals currently accepted) | |
| Apply now | ||
| Sign up for Transformations 2025, the summer program at MoMath | ||
| Apply to the 2024–2025 Expansions gifted math program | ||
| Integrators: The MoMath High School Volunteer Program | ||
| ROOT (Real Operational Outreach Training) Program, the summer internship program at MoMath for undergraduate math (or STEM) majors (application deadline: May 7) | ||
| The Rosenthal Prize for Innovation and Inspiration in Math Teaching | ||
| The Rosenthal Prize Summer Institute | ||
| MOVES 2025 Conference — call for proposals: “The Shapes of Math” (August 10–12, New York City) | ||
| Math meets art | On temporary exhibition in Composite on Fifth, the Gallery at MoMath: Emergent Surfaces: Studies in Tension | |
For all upcoming events and programs at MoMath, please visit momath.org/calendar.
CONFERENCES
MOVES 2025: “The Shapes of Math” — CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Join MoMath for its seventh biennial conference on the Mathematics of Various Entertaining Subjects, featuring Alex Berke, Erik Demaine, Thomas Hales, and Uyen Nguyen. MOVES will be held at NYU Courant, in New York City, from August 10 through August 12, 2025. Submit an abstract or propose an activity (no later than May 1), and register for the conference at momath.org/moves.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Spring 2025 MathPlay for five-year-olds
Friday, April 25, from 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm ET (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. Register at momath.org/mathplay.
Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series
Friday, April 25, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.
Free! Family Fridays: “Flexagon Secrets and Puzzles” with Ann and Ela Schwartz
Friday, April 25, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm ET (in person)
If you’ve never played with a hexaflexagon, you’re in for a treat. In this workshop, newbies will make and flex these fascinating folded puzzles, while “old hands” will learn how the solid-colored triangles on a flexagon can be shuffled and solved like a Rubik’s cube and how to create their own puzzles from blank flexagons. Ann Schwartz, coauthor of The Secret World of Flexagons, will be joined by her sister Ela, who devises creative flexagon puzzles. You may even see the debut of a totally new flexagon! 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. Register at momath.org/family-fridays.
Math Discovery: “Secrets of Telling Secrets” (Grades 3 through 6)
Saturday, April 26, from 10:15 am to 11:00 am ET (in person)
Explore cryptography, secret codes, and ciphers! Join MoMath’s experienced educators for this interactive introduction to the substitution cipher, in which letter replacements encode secret messages. Using patterns and perseverance, learn how to crack a code! Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Free with Museum admission! Gridlock Games
Saturday, April 26, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm ET (in person)
Engage your brain and activate your puzzle-solving skills with Rubik’s Gridlock, where hands-on challenges bring to life math concepts like symmetry, probability, and logic. Perfect for kids ages four and up (and family members of all ages), this program is hosted by MoMath in collaboration with CUNY in Staten Island and is supported by Spin Master, the official distributor of the Rubik’s Cube. Learn more at momath.org/gridlock.
Math Discovery: “Shape Shifters” (Grades pre-K through 2)
Saturday, April 26, from 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm ET (in person)
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! Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Math Discovery: “Tied in Knot Theory” (Grades 4 through 8)
Saturday, April 26, from 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm ET (in person)
Join us for an introduction to the mathematical theory of knots. By tangling and untangling seemingly simple knots, discover what it means for knots to be, topologically, the same or different. Explore the types of problems that tie up the minds of knot theorists! Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Free Play — a morning of free general admission to MoMath!
Sunday, April 27, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm ET (in person)
During Free Play, general admission to MoMath (225 Fifth Avenue) will be completely free! Come enjoy all your favorite exhibits — and if you have friends who have never been to the Museum, there’s no better time to bring them along. Please note that free admission is available on a first-come, first-served basis; MoMath will limit entry once capacity is reached. An early arrival is strongly encouraged for this popular event. Register at momath.org/free-play.
Extensions: “How to Count” — MoMath’s online math program featuring Chaim Goodman-Strauss (grades 6–12) (session 7 of 7)
Sunday, April 27, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm ET (online)
Students, put on your thinking cap and join MoMath’s Outreach Educator, Chaim Goodman-Strauss, online for a combinatorics minicourse designed to engage and challenge mathematically-talented students in grades 6–12 from around the country. In this course, we’ll explore the powerful tools from a branch of mathematics called combinatorics, which enable us to solve intriguing counting challenges with surprising connections. Register at momath.org/extensions.
Tween Primes: a discussion of Spying on Spies by Marissa Moss; hosted by David Reimann
Sunday, April 27, from 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm ET (in person + drop-off)
Are you a budding mathematician between the ages of 10 and 17 who loves reading? Would you like to make new friends your age who share your passion for mathematics and literature? Join host and MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach David Reimann for a book club discussion of Spying on Spies: How Elizebeth Smith Friedman Broke the Nazis’ Secret Codes by Marissa Moss, a fascinating story of a groundbreaking woman in STEM. One of the founders of US cryptology who would eventually become one of the world’s greatest code breakers, Elizebeth Smith Friedman (1892–1980) was a brilliant mind behind many important battles throughout the 20th century, saving many lives through her intelligence and heroism. Register at momath.org/tween-primes.
Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring David Reimann
Monday, April 28, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
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! Join David Reimann, MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for this one-hour, interactive session. Come with your own questions for David, or just join to listen in. All are welcome, and no question is too basic — although plenty may be too hard! Register at momath.org/ask-anything.
Free to members! Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3)
Tuesday, April 29, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Plus, MoMath members receive free registration to this event! (Not a member? Join today!) Register at momath.org/loving.
Mathematics and Art: “Fractals” — minicourse featuring David Reimann
Tuesday, April 29, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
What do math and art have in common? More than you might think. Join MoMath’s Visiting Professor David Reimann for an engaging eight-week exploration of the fascinating connections between mathematical ideas and artistic expression. Each session stands on its own, so you can drop in for a topic that interests you or attend them all. Whether you’re drawn to patterns, curious about geometry, or just looking for a new perspective, there’s something for everyone. Fractals are patterns that repeat at every scale, blurring the line between simple and complex. Dive into the mesmerizing world of fractals and their artistic applications. Register at momath.org/mathematicalart.
Senior Sessions: “Math in Art III: Friezes”
Wednesday, April 30, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
Continuing in our Math in Art series is an introduction to mathematical symmetry and the seven patterns of friezes. Known for their decorative purposes and often enriched with carvings, these architectural elements have been known and used since antiquity. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.
Spring 2025 MathPlay for four-year-olds
Wednesday, April 30, from 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm ET (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. Register at momath.org/mathplay.
Starring Math: a special in-person screening of The $2 Million Lost Book of Archimedes, featuring Ben Syversen, Steven Strogatz, and Alex Kontorovich
Wednesday, April 30, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm ET (in person)
Join Youtube filmmaker Ben Syversen and mathematicians Steven Strogatz and Alex Kontorovich for a Q&A following a special screening of The $2 Million Lost Book of Archimedes, a documentary tracing the dramatic 2,000-year journey of Archimedes’ lost mathematical manuscript as it vanished and resurfaced across the centuries. The document reveals that Archimedes anticipated elements of calculus nearly two millennia before Newton and Leibniz. Register at momath.org/archimedes.
Spring 2025 MathPlay for five-year-olds
Friday, May 2, from 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm ET (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. Register at momath.org/mathplay.
Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series
Friday, May 2, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
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. Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.
Math Discovery: “Tessellation Station” (Grades K through 2)
Saturday, May 3, from 10:15 am to 11:00 pm ET (in person)
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. Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Math Discovery: “Möbius Madness” (Grades 3 through 6)
Saturday, May 3, from 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm ET (in person)
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. Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Math Discovery: “Bridging the Map” (Grades 5 through 8)
Saturday, May 3, from 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm ET (in person)
Discover the mathematics of constructing paths on graphs in this introduction to graph theory. Find out what bridges in 18th-century Prussia have to do with graph theory, while tackling classical problems and problems that remain unsolved today! Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Free with Museum admission! Gridlock Games
Saturday, May 3, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm ET (in person)
Engage your brain and activate your puzzle-solving skills with Rubik’s Gridlock, where hands-on challenges bring to life math concepts like symmetry, probability, and logic. Perfect for kids ages four and up (and family members of all ages), this program is hosted by MoMath in collaboration with CUNY in Staten Island and is supported by Spin Master, the official distributor of the Rubik’s Cube. Learn more at momath.org/gridlock.
Free Play — a morning of free general admission to MoMath!
Sunday, May 4, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm ET (in person)
During Free Play, general admission to MoMath (225 Fifth Avenue) will be completely free! Come enjoy all your favorite exhibits — and if you have friends who have never been to the Museum, there’s no better time to bring them along. Please note that free admission is available on a first-come, first-served basis; MoMath will limit entry once capacity is reached. An early arrival is strongly encouraged for this popular event. Register at momath.org/free-play.
Meet a Mathematician: Carolyn Yackel, hosted by David Reimann
Monday, May 5, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
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 MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach David Reimann as he welcomes Carolyn Yackel to the MoMath stage to share her experiences, her stories, and her love of mathematics. Register at momath.org/meetmath.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3)
Tuesday, May 6, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.
Free to members! Mathematics and Art: “The Art of Curves, Knots, Links, and Interlace” — minicourse featuring David Reimann
Tuesday, May 6, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
What do math and art have in common? More than you might think. Join MoMath’s Visiting Professor David Reimann for an engaging eight-week exploration of the fascinating connections between mathematical ideas and artistic expression. Each session stands on its own, so you can drop in for a topic that interests you or attend them all. Whether you’re drawn to patterns, curious about geometry, or just looking for a new perspective, there’s something for everyone. Knots and loops appear everywhere, from Celtic designs to mathematical models of tangled structures. Explore their intricate beauty and the math that ties them all together. Plus, MoMath members receive free registration to this event! (Not a member? Join today!) Register at momath.org/mathematicalart.
Spring 2025 MathPlay for four-year-olds
Wednesday, May 7, from 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm ET (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. Register at momath.org/mathplay.
Free! Math Encounters: “Shh! The Mathematics of Secrets” featuring Adriana Salerno
Wednesday, May 7, at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (in person)
Information permeates our lives: we send texts, shop online, pay bills, type emails, and store pictures and medical data in “the cloud.” Hidden from view is the mathematics needed to make information transfer efficient and secure. Join mathematician Adriana Salerno for an overview of the history and evolution of coding (turning information into numbers) and encryption (securing the information), from ancient times to the modern era — and see how mathematics is the key to it all! Math Encounters is MoMath’s popular free public presentation series celebrating the spectacular world of mathematics. This program is funded by Simons Foundation International and administered by the Simons Foundation’s Science, Society & Culture division. Register at momath.org/math-encounters.
Senior Sessions: “Chessboards and Dominoes”
Thursday, May 8, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
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. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.
Free Play — free general admission to MoMath — with extended Museum hours!
Thursday, May 8, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm ET (in person)
During Free Play, general admission to MoMath (225 Fifth Avenue) will be completely free! Come enjoy all your favorite exhibits — and if you have friends who have never been to the Museum, there’s no better time to bring them along. Please note that free admission is available on a first-come, first-served basis; MoMath will limit entry once capacity is reached. An early arrival is strongly encouraged for this popular event. Register at momath.org/free-play.
Starring Math, featuring The Nature of Things: Martin Gardner Mathemagician; hosted by David Reimann
Thursday, May 8, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
MoMath goes to the movies! Join host David Reimann, MoMath’s 2024-2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for an engaging discussion of the documentary The Nature of Things, episode three of season 36, Martin Gardner Mathemagician. Each month, David Reimann will host an hour of discussion about a film or TV program and its connection to mathematics, either in its content or its creation. Register at momath.org/starring-math.
Spring 2025 MathPlay for five-year-olds
Friday, May 9, from 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm ET (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. Register at momath.org/mathplay.
Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series
Friday, May 9, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.
Free with Museum admission! Gridlock Games
Saturday, May 10, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm ET (in person)
Engage your brain and activate your puzzle-solving skills with Rubik’s Gridlock, where hands-on challenges bring to life math concepts like symmetry, probability, and logic. Perfect for kids ages four and up (and family members of all ages), this program is hosted by MoMath in collaboration with CUNY in Staten Island and is supported by Spin Master, the official distributor of the Rubik’s Cube. Learn more at momath.org/gridlock.
Math Discovery: “Secrets of Telling Secrets” (Grades 3 through 6)
Saturday, May 10, from 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm ET (in person)
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! Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Math Discovery: “Shape Shifters” (Grades pre-K through 2)
Saturday, May 10, from 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm ET (in person)
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! Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Volumes: a discussion of Undiluted Hocus-Pocus: The Autobiography of Martin Gardner by Martin Gardner; hosted by David Reimann
Monday, May 12, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Join host David Reimann, MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for an engaging book club discussion of Undiluted Hocus-Pocus: The Autobiography of Martin Gardner by Martin Gardner. Martin Gardner wrote the Mathematical Games column for Scientific American for twenty-five years and published more than seventy books on topics as diverse as magic, philosophy, religion, pseudoscience and Alice in Wonderland. His informal, recreational approach to mathematics delighted countless readers and inspired many to pursue careers in mathematics and the sciences. Gardner’s illuminating autobiography is a disarmingly candid self-portrait of the man evolutionary theorist Stephen Jay Gould called our “single brightest beacon” for the defense of rationality and good science against mysticism and anti-intellectualism. Register at momath.org/volumes.
Senior Sessions: “Math in the Corner Pocket”
Tuesday, May 13, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
Explore angles and the law of reflection while tracing the path of a billiard ball as it bounces off the walls of a pool table. Use patterns to discover a simple method to predict in which pocket the ball will land and learn how to prove that your prediction is correct. Game on! For senior citizens / mature adults. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3)
Tuesday, May 13, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.
Mathematics and Art: “The Art of Surfaces” — minicourse featuring David Reimann
Tuesday, May 13, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
What do math and art have in common? More than you might think. Join MoMath’s Visiting Professor David Reimann for an engaging eight-week exploration of the fascinating connections between mathematical ideas and artistic expression. Each session stands on its own, so you can drop in for a topic that interests you or attend them all. Whether you’re drawn to patterns, curious about geometry, or just looking for a new perspective, there’s something for everyone. Artists and mathematicians alike manipulate surfaces in unexpected ways. See how bending, twisting, and folding reveal deep mathematical insights and create stunning visual effects. Register at momath.org/mathematicalart.
Spring 2025 MathPlay for four-year-olds
Wednesday, May 14, from 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm ET (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. Register at momath.org/mathplay.
Free! Math Gym, a workout for your brain
Wednesday, May 14, at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (online)
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. Free to register; spots are limited. Register at momath.org/math-gym.
Equilibrium, game night for adults at MoMath
Thursday, May 15, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm ET (in person)
Join MoMath for a fun-filled adults-only evening of mathematically-rich games! Make new friends and reconnect with old ones as you enjoy the unique evening atmosphere of the nation’s premier math museum. Register at momath.org/game-night.
Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series
Friday, May 16, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.
Starring Math, featuring M.C. Escher: Journey to Infinity; hosted by David Reimann
Monday, June 16, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
MoMath goes to the movies! Join host David Reimann, MoMath’s 2024-2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for an engaging discussion of the documentary M.C. Escher: Journey To Infinity. Each month, David Reimann will host an hour of discussion about a film or TV program and its connection to mathematics, either in its content or its creation. Register at momath.org/starring-math.
Free with Museum admission! Gridlock Games
Saturday, May 17, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm ET (in person)
Engage your brain and activate your puzzle-solving skills with Rubik’s Gridlock, where hands-on challenges bring to life math concepts like symmetry, probability, and logic. Perfect for kids ages four and up (and family members of all ages), this program is hosted by MoMath in collaboration with CUNY in Staten Island and is supported by Spin Master, the official distributor of the Rubik’s Cube. Learn more at momath.org/gridlock.
Extensions: “An Introduction to the Theory of Computation” — MoMath’s online math program featuring Chaim Goodman-Strauss (grades 6–12) (session 1 of 4)
Sunday, May 18, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm ET (online)
Students, put on your thinking cap and join MoMath’s Outreach Educator, Chaim Goodman-Strauss, online for a spring minicourse designed to engage and challenge mathematically-talented students in grades 6–12 from around the country. Incredibly, mathematics can actually establish limits on mathematical knowledge. In this course, we’ll explore a few problems that we can prove are “undecidable” (i.e., problems for which there can be no general method to solve them)! Register at momath.org/extensions.
Tween Primes: a discussion of Perplexing Puzzles and Tantalizing Teasers by Martin Gardner; hosted by David Reimann
Sunday, May 18, from 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm ET (in person + drop-off)
Are you a budding mathematician between the ages of 10 and 17 who loves reading? Would you like to make new friends your age who share your passion for mathematics and literature? Join host and MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach David Reimann for a book club discussion of Perplexing Puzzles and Tantalizing Teasers by Martin Gardner. Here’s a bonanza of 93 stimulating brainteasers, ideal for limbering and strengthening young mental muscles. Many of the puzzles are classics, while others are presented here for the first time. Ridiculous riddles, tantalizing teasers, intricate mazes, deceptive illusions, tricky questions, and a host of unusual word and picture puzzles offer young readers hours of challenging fun. Register at momath.org/tween-primes.
QED, a conversation about math and math education; hosted by David Reimann
Monday, May 19, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Join MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach David Reimann as he welcomes special guests to the MoMath stage for an engaging conversation about math and math education. Register at momath.org/QED.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3)
Tuesday, May 20, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.
Mathematics and Art: “The Art of Hyperbolic Spaces” — minicourse featuring David Reimann
Tuesday, May 20, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
What do math and art have in common? More than you might think. Join MoMath’s Visiting Professor David Reimann for an engaging eight-week exploration of the fascinating connections between mathematical ideas and artistic expression. Each session stands on its own, so you can drop in for a topic that interests you or attend them all. Whether you’re drawn to patterns, curious about geometry, or just looking for a new perspective, there’s something for everyone. Hyperbolic geometry defies intuition, creating shapes and spaces that seem to exist in another dimension. Discover how artists bring these mind-bending forms to life and what they reveal about the nature of space itself. Register at momath.org/mathematicalart.
Free to members! Senior Sessions: “Gallery of Graphs”
Wednesday, May 21, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
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. Plus, MoMath members receive free registration to this event! (Not a member? Join today!) Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.
Starring Math: a special in-person screening of 3Blue1Brown’s “The Cosmic Distance Ladder”
Wednesday, May 21, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm ET (in person)
How do humans measure astronomical distances, from the Moon’s distance to galaxies billions of light-years away? Join MoMath and guest host David Bieber for an evening with 3Blue1Brown’s “The Cosmic Distance Ladder,” a beautifully animated exploration of how math has helped scientists map the universe. Featuring conversations between Grant Sanderson and legendary mathematician Terence Tao, this two-part screening invites you to see the cosmos through the lens of logic, creativity, and discovery. Discussion break and refreshments included. Register at momath.org/ladder.
Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series
Friday, May 23, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.
Math Discovery: “Graphs of the Rainbow” (Grades 4 through 8)
Saturday, May 24, from 10:15 am to 11:00 am ET (in person)
Explore the many shades of graph coloring problems and how they relate to real-life situations. By creating simple drawings and studying intriguing examples, learn how to interpret a map as a particular type of graph and develop an appreciation for one of graph theory’s most important principles! Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Math Discovery: “Tessellation Station” (Grades K through 2)
Saturday, May 24, from 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm ET (in person)
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. Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Free to members! Krazy Kahoot, MoMath’s family quiz show
Saturday, May 24, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm ET (online)
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?! Recommended for ages 10 to 110. Plus, MoMath members receive free registration to this event! (Not a member? Join today!) Register at momath.org/krazy.
Math Discovery: “Möbius Madness” (Grades 3 through 6)
Saturday, May 24, from 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm ET (in person)
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. Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3)
Tuesday, May 27, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.
Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring David Reimann
Tuesday, May 27, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
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! Join David Reimann, MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for this one-hour, interactive session. Come with your own questions for David, or just join to listen in. All are welcome, and no question is too basic — although plenty may be too hard! Register at momath.org/ask-anything.
Senior Sessions: “Math in Art: Tessellations I”
Thursday, May 29, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
Discover the wonderful world of tessellations! Explore how geometric shapes can completely cover a plane with no gaps or overlaps and discover where tessellations appear: in nature, in ancient Roman mosaics, in Islamic art and architecture, in quilting patterns, and in the works of modern artists such as M.C. Escher. Join us to build your own tessellations with regular polygons in this first offering in the Math in Art series. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.
The p-adic Numbers: A Hidden Mathematical Universe featuring Alex Kontorovich
Thursday, May 29, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
Imagine a world where distance works in surprising ways — where a million might be closer to zero than ten is! Join MoMath fan favorite Alex Kontorovich in an exploration of the p-adic numbers, an alternative number system that flips our usual mathematical intuition on its head. Discover how these strange and beautiful numbers arose from classic number theory puzzles, learn about their unusual properties, and uncover their surprising uses in modern mathematics. The p-adic perspective offers a powerful complement to the real numbers, revealing hidden patterns and unexpected connections. No advanced math background is needed — just bring your curiosity and get ready to rethink what you thought you knew about numbers. Register at momath.org/mathematicalart.
Free! Family Fridays: “Up To One Million Dollars In Prize Money May Be Given Away!” with Chaim Goodman-Strauss
Friday, May 30, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm ET (in person)
What number would you pick to win a million (imaginary) dollars? It may sound simple — until you start considering what everyone else might choose… and what they’re thinking about you! Join mathematician Chaim Goodman-Strauss for an evening of interactive experiments and strategic challenges as we explore the fascinating world of game theory. Through engaging hands-on games, we’ll test how our choices are shaped by the decisions of others and uncover the mathematical principles behind real-world strategies. Can discussing the game change the outcome? What patterns emerge when we think collectively? Put game theory to the test in this fun and thought-provoking event. 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. Register at momath.org/family-fridays.
Math Discovery: “Secrets of Telling Secrets” (Grades 3 through 6)
Saturday, May 31, from 10:15 am to 11:00 am ET (in person)
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! Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Math Discovery: “Crazy Dice” (Grades 5 through 8)
Saturday, May 31, from 2:30 pm to 3:15 pm ET (in person)
What is the probability of rolling a given sum with a pair of standard dice? Explore how to determine that probability and then have fun while challenging yourself to find a different way of numbering the dice to achieve the very same probability! Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Math Discovery: “Shape Shifters” (Grades pre-K through 2)
Saturday, May 31, from 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm ET (in person)
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! Register at momath.org/math-discovery.
Extensions: “An Introduction to the Theory of Computation” — MoMath’s online math program featuring Chaim Goodman-Strauss (grades 6–12) (session 2 of 4)
Sunday, June 1, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm ET (online)
Students, put on your thinking cap and join MoMath’s Outreach Educator, Chaim Goodman-Strauss, online for a spring minicourse designed to engage and challenge mathematically-talented students in grades 6–12 from around the country. Incredibly, mathematics can actually establish limits on mathematical knowledge. In this course, we’ll explore a few problems that we can prove are “undecidable” (i.e., problems for which there can be no general method to solve them)! Register at momath.org/extensions.
Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school; featuring “Gridlocked: Geometry under the Manhattan Metric” with MOST Fellow Maddie Weinstein
Sunday, June 1, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm ET (in person + drop-off)
Middle and high school students, come indulge in an evening of mathematical (and parent-free!) fun at MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program. The evening starts promptly with a special program featuring MOST Fellow Maddie Weinstein, “Gridlocked: Geometry under the Manhattan Metric.” Euclidean geometry assumes that the shortest path between two points is a straight line — but New Yorkers know that sometimes buildings get in the way. Join us to explore geometry under the “Manhattan metric,” where travel is restricted to a grid and four is the equivalent of pi. We will start with playful examples about a dog named Pumpkin Pi and his gridlocked companion Pumpkin Four, and end with an application to the 1854 cholera outbreak in London, a seminal event in the field of epidemiology. Then, explore dynamic exhibits and enjoy fun, hands-on mathematical activities designed with you in mind; vibe with a peer group that thinks math is cool; and don’t miss the chance to boogie down on New York City’s only interactive, light-up Voronoi dance floor. Plus, enjoy boundless cookies and hot cocoa! This program is funded by Simons Foundation International and administered by the Simons Foundation’s Science, Society & Culture division. Register at momath.org/unlimited.
Meet a Mathematician, hosted by David Reimann
Monday, June 2, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
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 MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach David Reimann as he welcomes special guests each month to the MoMath stage to share their experiences, their stories, and their love of mathematics. Register at momath.org/meetmath.
Senior Sessions: “Hands and Minds”
Tuesday, June 3, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
Through two entertaining and intriguing mathematical puzzles, learn about knot theory, recursive algorithms, and proofs of induction. Have fun while challenging not only your mind but also your hands! Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3)
Tuesday, June 3, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.
The Art of M.C. Escher: “Exploring the World of M.C. Escher” — A minicourse featuring David Reimann
Tuesday, June 3, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
Led by MoMath’s Visiting Professor David Reimann, this mini-course offers an exploration of the extraordinary art of M.C. Escher, one of the most influential and innovative artists of the twentieth century. Through four standalone weekly sessions, the emphasis will be on the intriguing connections between Escher’s art and mathematics. Explore the life, inspirations, and artistic practices of M.C. Escher. Focus will be on the mathematical concepts found in his works. Register at momath.org/mathematicalart.
Free! Math Encounters featuring Rebecca Willett
Wednesday, June 4, at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (in person)
Math Encounters is MoMath’s popular free public presentation series celebrating the spectacular world of mathematics. This program is funded by Simons Foundation International and administered by the Simons Foundation’s Science, Society & Culture division. Register at momath.org/math-encounters.
Krazy Kahoot, MoMath’s family quiz show
Saturday, June 7, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm ET (online)
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?! Recommended for ages 10 to 110. Register at momath.org/krazy.
Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school; featuring “Can You Cross Every Bridge Exactly Once? A Journey Through the Seven Bridges of Königsberg” with MOST Fellow Elena Wang
Sunday, June 8, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm ET (in person + drop-off)
Middle and high school students, come indulge in an evening of mathematical (and parent-free!) fun at MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program. The evening starts promptly with a special program featuring MOST Fellow Elena Wang, “Can You Cross Every Bridge Exactly Once? A Journey Through the Seven Bridges of Königsberg.” More than 250 years ago, people in the city of Königsberg (now Kaliningrad, Russia) asked a question about their seven bridges: Is it possible to cross every bridge in the town exactly once without retracing any steps? No one could figure out how to do it. Join us to explore how this simple puzzle led to two brand new kinds of mathematics: graph theory and topology, which help us study connections and networks. Along the way, we’ll learn how to turn real-world problems into mathematical ones, discover the power of a well-posed question, and even prove why some puzzles have no solution at all. Get ready to think like a mathematician and walk through history — without getting lost! Then, explore dynamic exhibits and enjoy fun, hands-on mathematical activities designed with you in mind; vibe with a peer group that thinks math is cool; and don’t miss the chance to boogie down on New York City’s only interactive, light-up Voronoi dance floor. Plus, enjoy boundless cookies and hot cocoa! This program is funded by Simons Foundation International and administered by the Simons Foundation’s Science, Society & Culture division. Register at momath.org/unlimited.
Volumes: a discussion of M.C. Escher: Visions of Symmetry by Doris Schattschneider; hosted by David Reimann
Monday, June 9, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Join host David Reimann, MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for an engaging book club discussion of M.C. Escher: Visions of Symmetry by Doris Schattschneider. Doris Schattschneider’s Visions of Symmetry is a study of Escher’s work. It deals with one powerful obsession that preoccupied what he called “the regular division of the plane,” the puzzlelike interlocking of birds, fish, lizards, and other natural forms in continuous patterns. Schattschneider asks, “How did he do it?” She answers the question by analyzing Escher’s notebooks. Visions of Symmetry includes many of Escher’s masterworks, as well as hundreds of lesser-known examples of his work. Register at momath.org/volumes.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3)
Tuesday, June 10, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don’t miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.
The Art of M.C. Escher: “The Paradoxical Realms of M.C. Escher” — A minicourse featuring David Reimann
Tuesday, June 10, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
Led by MoMath’s Visiting Professor David Reimann, this mini-course offers an exploration of the extraordinary art of M.C. Escher, one of the most influential and innovative artists of the twentieth century. Through four standalone weekly sessions, the emphasis will be on the intriguing connections between Escher’s art and mathematics. This session will delve into the paradoxes at the heart of M.C. Escher’s art, where reality and illusion merge to create worlds that defy logic and space. Register at momath.org/mathematicalart.
Senior Sessions: “Polyomino Puzzlers”
Thursday, June 12, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
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 and explore various types of symmetry using these unique objects. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.
Equilibrium, game night for adults at MoMath
Thursday, June 12, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm ET (in person)
Join MoMath for a fun-filled adults-only evening of mathematically-rich games! Make new friends and reconnect with old ones as you enjoy the unique evening atmosphere of the nation’s premier math museum. Register at momath.org/game-night.
Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series
Friday, June 13, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.
Extensions: “An Introduction to the Theory of Computation” — MoMath’s online math program featuring Chaim Goodman-Strauss (grades 6–12) (session 3 of 4)
Sunday, June 15, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm ET (online)
Students, put on your thinking cap and join MoMath’s Outreach Educator, Chaim Goodman-Strauss, online for a spring minicourse designed to engage and challenge mathematically-talented students in grades 6–12 from around the country. Incredibly, mathematics can actually establish limits on mathematical knowledge. In this course, we’ll explore a few problems that we can prove are “undecidable” (i.e., problems for which there can be no general method to solve them)! Register at momath.org/extensions.
The Art of M.C. Escher: “Tessellations and Symmetry with Escher” — A minicourse featuring David Reimann
Tuesday, June 17, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
Led by MoMath’s Visiting Professor David Reimann, this mini-course offers an exploration of the extraordinary art of M.C. Escher, one of the most influential and innovative artists of the twentieth century. Through four standalone weekly sessions, the emphasis will be on the intriguing connections between Escher’s art and mathematics. Celebrate World Tessellation Day in honor of M.C. Escher’s birthday by exploring his mastery of tessellations — intricate, repeating patterns that seamlessly fill space without gaps or overlaps. Register at momath.org/mathematicalart.
Senior Sessions: “Play like a Mathematician: Game, SET, Math”
Wednesday, June 18, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
Based on set theory and combinatorics, SET is a fast-paced card game where players race to identify sets of three cards that follow specific rules. Join us to play a few rounds of SET where, in order to win, you will be challenged to recognize many fun patterns! Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.
Free! Math Gym, a workout for your brain
Wednesday, June 18, at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (online)
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. Free to register; spots are limited. Register at momath.org/math-gym.
A Simpler Way to Understand ⅇ — featuring Po-Shen Loh
Wednesday, June 18, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
The number ⅇ (approximately 2.718) appears across mathematics — from calculus and probability to finance and growth models — and holds the special role of being the base of the natural logarithm. But despite its importance, many students finish school without a meaningful understanding of why ⅇ behaves the way it does. In this engaging and accessible talk, Carnegie Mellon mathematician Po-Shen Loh reveals a strikingly simple and intuitive way to understand ⅇ and its remarkable properties, using only concepts from high school math (exponentials and logarithms). Through a visual and logical exploration, this presentation provides an intuitive understanding of the relationship among ⅇ’s various mathematical properties. Po-Shen’s novel approach is perfect for students, educators, and adults curious to revisit a mathematical favorite. The presentation will also explore how logic and proof remain essential tools for thriving in the age of AI. Register at momath.org/understand-e.
Free! Art Opening: “Warped Realities: The Art of Differential Geometry“
Featuring the work of Edmund Harriss, Henry Segerman, Steve Trettel, Stepan Paul, Robert Fathauer, and Nico Belmonte
Thursday, June 19, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
Celebrate the opening of a new show at Composite on Fifth, the Gallery at MoMath, on Thursday, June 19, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Register at momath.org/art-opening.
The Aftermath
Thursday, June 19, from 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm ET (in person)
No matter how you start your evening, be sure to end your night with dynamic exhibits, a live DJ, adult beverages, and dancing on New York City’s only Voronoi-patterned, interactive dance floor! Register at momath.org/aftermath.
Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series
Friday, June 20, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.
Free! Family Fridays: “ONE UP: A New Number Puzzle That’s Taking Off” with Rodolfo Kurchan
Friday, June 20, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm ET (in person)
Join Rodolfo Kurchan, puzzle creator and recreational math enthusiast, for an evening of number-based fun as he introduces ONE UP, a brand-new and highly addictive logic puzzle that’s been described as “even more entertaining than Sudoku.” Played daily by more than 10,000 people worldwide, ONE UP recently made its debut in The New York Times and is rapidly gaining fans across the globe. Come hear the story behind the creation of ONE UP, learn how it works, and discover tips and tricks to master its clever twists. Whether you’re a casual puzzler or a seasoned solver, come prepared to challenge your brain and discover a fresh new take on number games! 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. Register at momath.org/family-fridays.
Tween Primes: a discussion of The Magic Mirror of M.C. Escher by Bruno Ernst; hosted by David Reimann
Sunday, June 22, from 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm ET (in person + drop-off)
Are you a budding mathematician between the ages of 10 and 17 who loves reading? Would you like to make new friends your age who share your passion for mathematics and literature? Join host and MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach David Reimann for a book club discussion of The Magic Mirror of M.C. Escher by Bruno Ernst. “A woman once rang me up and said, ‘Mr. Escher, I am absolutely crazy about your work. In your print Reptiles you have given such a striking illustration of reincarnation.’ I replied, ‘Madame, if that’s the way you see it, so be it.’” An engagingly sly comment by the renowned Dutch graphic artist Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898–1972) — the complex ambiguities of whose work leave hasty or single-minded interpretations far behind. Long before the first computer-generated 3-D images were thrilling the public, Escher was a master of the third dimension. His lithograph Magic Mirror dates as far back as 1946. In taking that title for this book, mathematician Bruno Ernst is stressing the magic spell Escher’s work invariably casts on those who see it. Register at momath.org/tween-primes.
Transformations, the summer program at MoMath: “3D Art” (for rising 1st to 6th graders)
Monday, June 23 through Friday, June 27, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm ET (in person)
Explore geometry as you build with four-dimensional blocks, fit together world-record-breaking tiling puzzles, and assemble your own exotic paper shapes. Create 3D (and 4D!) sculptures while playing with the magic of shape and space! Through interactive education sessions, creative projects, and supervised independent activities, math will come alive for each and every participant of this week-long camp session of Transformations, the summer program at MoMath! Extended-day options are available. Register at momath.org/transformations.
QED, a conversation about math and math education; hosted by David Reimann
Monday, June 23, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Join MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach David Reimann as he welcomes special guests to the MoMath stage for an engaging conversation about math and math education. Register at momath.org/QED.
Senior Sessions: “Dynamic Dice”
Tuesday, June 24, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
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! Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.
The Art of M.C. Escher: “Escher’s Infinite Realities” — A minicourse featuring David Reimann
Tuesday, June 24, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
Led by MoMath’s Visiting Professor David Reimann, this mini-course offers an exploration of the extraordinary art of M.C. Escher, one of the most influential and innovative artists of the twentieth century. Through four standalone weekly sessions, the emphasis will be on the intriguing connections between Escher’s art and mathematics. This session will examine how Escher captured the concept of infinity through his unique artistry. Register at momath.org/mathematicalart.
Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring David Reimann
Tuesday, June 26, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
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! Join David Reimann, MoMath’s 2024–2025 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for this one-hour, interactive session. Come with your own questions for David, or just join to listen in. All are welcome, and no question is too basic — although plenty may be too hard! Register at momath.org/ask-anything.
Game On — featuring Steve Sherman
Thursday, June 26, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (in person)
Don’t miss this special opportunity to meet MoMath fan favorite Steve Sherman — in person! Known for his high-energy, wildly fun online sessions in the Loving Math series and in the monthly Krazy Kahoot challenges, Steve brings his signature blend of humor, excitement, and mathematical magic to a rare live event at MoMath. Join the fun with hands-on games, interactive puzzles, and playful problem solving — plus the chance to win some prizes. Ideal for ages 6 to 11. Register at momath.org/game-on.
Folding Fridays, MoMath’s weekly origami series
Friday, June 27, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.
Extensions: “An Introduction to the Theory of Computation” — MoMath’s online math program featuring Chaim Goodman-Strauss (grades 6–12) (session 4 of 4)
Sunday, June 29, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm ET (online)
Students, put on your thinking cap and join MoMath’s Outreach Educator, Chaim Goodman-Strauss, online for a spring minicourse designed to engage and challenge mathematically-talented students in grades 6–12 from around the country. Incredibly, mathematics can actually establish limits on mathematical knowledge. In this course, we’ll explore a few problems that we can prove are “undecidable” (i.e., problems for which there can be no general method to solve them)! Register at momath.org/extensions.
Transformations, the summer program at MoMath: “Number Hunt” (for rising 1st to 6th graders)
Monday, June 30 through Friday, July 4, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm ET (in person)
Embark on a thrilling mathematical adventure! Explore the concept of infinity, dive into the Fibonacci sequence, and discover the fascinating world of very large numbers. While visualizing numbers in unexpected ways, uncover numerical patterns and learn how numbers function inside computers as you spend a week becoming a mathematical detective. Through interactive education sessions, creative projects, and supervised independent activities, math will come alive for each and every participant of this week-long camp session of Transformations, the summer program at MoMath! Extended-day options are available. Register at momath.org/transformations.
Free! NYC Math Festival 2025
Saturday, July 12, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm ET (Financial District)
Add a little math to your summer! MoMath is pleased to present the Ninth Annual NYC Math Festival, providing a full day of math fun in the sun for all ages. Bring your friends and the entire family to Fosun Plaza at 28 Liberty Street, and enjoy hands-on math exhibits, entertaining mathematical games, and intriguing puzzles and brainteasers. Plus, take home a little bit of MoMath: we’ll be setting up an outpost of Additions, the shop at MoMath, for all your summer gift needs. This is a free, rain-or-shine event open to the general public. Learn more at momath.org/mathfestival.
SCHOOL YEAR PROGRAMS
MoMath field trips, in-school workshops, and other educational opportunities
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. Or, let MoMath come to you and choose from a range of on-campus options, including MoMath educator-led workshops and MoMath’s MM2GO traveling exhibits. Learn more and book your experience at fieldtrips.momath.org.
Title I schools are eligible for free programs and field trips
MoMath’s free outreach programs for Title I schools include in-person and online field trips to the Museum, workshops presented by experienced MoMath educators in your classroom, and visits to your school by Math Midway 2 Go (MM2GO), MoMath’s traveling suite of mathematical exhibits. Support for these programs is now available, thanks to contributions from individuals and organizations including: Judith Gibbons and Francesco Scattone, The Scripps Family Fund for Education and the Arts, Two Sigma, the ADP Foundation, and New York City Council Members Carlina Rivera (Council District 2) and Mercedes Narcisse (Council District 46). These programs are supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. To apply for one of these free programs, visit titleone.momath.org. Interested in sponsoring one of them? Email donation@momath.org.
Expansions, MoMath’s gifted program to engage and challenge NYC’s brightest math students (grades 1–12)
Reinvent math class with Expansions, MoMath’s after-school gifted program. Expansions sessions are designed and delivered by MoMath’s education team to illuminate the wonders of mathematics, challenge and inspire students, and broaden mathematical horizons. With topics ranging from fractals to cellular automata, Expansions sessions 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 offers rolling admissions as limited spots become available. Learn more at momath.org/expansions.
FOR THE DEDICATED MATH FANS
Retail Pick-of-the-Month: Rubik’s Gridlock
Play a new twist on the classic Rubik’s Cube with a game made to challenge your flexible thinking, speed and problem-solving skills. Flip over a challenge card to reveal your puzzle and place the fixed white starter blocks as shown. Now, figure out how to fit the remaining color blocks on the board without moving the starter blocks! There’s only one way to solve the puzzle for each challenge card! Challenge yourself or play with a partner to solve 88 unique puzzles with 4 levels of difficulty.
Discover the math all around you — right in MoMath’s neighborhood, and your own!
MoMath has teamed up with talkSTEM to create a series of short videos filmed in and around Madison Square Park. Find out whether the iconic Flatiron Building is really a right triangle, uncover the secrets of pi in everyday objects, decode dog park walking patterns, and investigate the mathematical marvels of tree branches. Parents and teachers, you might like to share these walks with your family or students — they’re a fun and engaging way to bring math to life, both inside and outside the classroom. Watch the series here and get inspired to create your own. Learn more at: talkstem.org/walkstem.
Organizing a team outing or class playdate? Make it fun and mathematical — come out to MoMath!
Large groups of 25 or more individuals receive discounted admission rates; visit momath.org/groupsales for details and pricing. Advance purchase and a reservation is required for all large groups.
Host your birthday party at MoMath
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 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? With your choice of customized activities, parties can be personalized for all ages of birthday boys and girls — from children to adults, from simple to complicated. Not in New York? Check out MoMath’s origami birthday parties, available exclusively online — you and your guests can learn the wondrous art of paper folding from an origami expert! Birthday honorees of all ages are welcome to celebrate at MoMath. For pricing and details, visit momath.org/birthdays.
Need a gift for the math fan in your life? Give them a MoMath gift card!
Give the gift of math! Purchase a gift card by phone (212-542-0566) or stop by Additions, the shop at MoMath, to pick up your gift card today, good for purchases in the shop or for admission to the Museum.
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Math on the House mailing list — sign up to be notified when FREE tickets become available
MoMath is pleased to offer Math on the House, a mailing list for valued Museum patrons to receive free, last-minute tickets to select events when spots become available. To subscribe, visit momath.org/mathonthehouse.
Snowflake Symmetry: Explore the Winter Wonder of Snowflakes
Create unique paper snowflakes while uncovering the math behind their designs. Fold, cut, and reveal your design — a moment of transformation where art meets math — as you explore the winter wonder of snowflakes and discover the symmetries that shape their beauty. Participants will experiment with four-, six-, and eight-fold symmetries, creating one-of-a-kind snowflakes to take home or to leave behind as part of a growing gallery of shapes and patterns. Free with Museum admission most weekends from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Parental supervision is required for children. Visit momath.org/snowflake to learn more.
Gridlock Games
Engage your brain and activate your puzzle-solving skills with Rubik’s Gridlock, where hands-on challenges bring to life math concepts like symmetry, probability, and logic. Perfect for kids ages four and up (and family members of all ages), this program is hosted by MoMath in collaboration with the City University of New York (CUNY) and is supported by Spin Master, the official distributor of the Rubik’s Cube. Free with Museum admission on Saturdays, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
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 statement (at least one paragraph long, but no more than a page, please) describing your views on mathematics or an experience you’ve had related to mathematics.
Positions are available in education, administration, marketing, technology, communications, and more — visit momath.org/jobs for a complete list of MoMath’s exciting job and volunteer opportunities.
Featured positions:
Educator / Senior Educator
MoMath is seeking creative, energetic individuals to join its staff as educators. The educator role offers the opportunity for a teacher with strong formal K-12 classroom teaching experience to participate in one of America’s major efforts in mathematical outreach to students, teachers, and the public. This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced math teacher to stay active in education.
Exhibit Technician
If you enjoy tinkering with mechanical, electronic, and digital components we may have the career for you! Better yet, the work you do will bring curiosity and learning alive to help people of all ages appreciate and explore the wonders of math. MoMath is seeking a talented and versatile individual to join our team at our New York City Museum. To help keep the Museum’s exhibits healthy and engaging for our visitors, the ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in basic fabrication (carpentry, plastic, metal), mechanical systems electronic troubleshooting, Mechanical fabrication, installation, maintenance, and repair. No prior experience working specifically in a museum is needed.
Museum Operations Manager
MoMath is seeking a responsible, efficient, and energetic individual to oversee the daily operations and visitor services of the Museum. This is an on-site, regular full-time position based in New York City. It offers a full suite of benefits.
Summer Camp Educator
MoMath is seeking creative, energetic individuals to join its staff as a Summer Camp Educator. This role offers the opportunity for a teacher with strong formal K-12 classroom teaching experience to participate in one of America’s major efforts in mathematical outreach to students, teachers, and the public.
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
Become a member
Join as a MoMath member and take advantage of an array of benefits, including: one year of free, unlimited general admission with access to MoMath’s dynamic exhibits; free access to MoMath’s extensive library of event recordings; a 10% member’s discount in Additions, the shop at MoMath; free and discounted registration to select online programs; and exclusive invitations to members-only events. Become a premium member and receive priority seating at monthly Math Encounters presentations, early notices to register for events, special invitations to exclusive MoMath member events, discounts on birthday parties, and more. Membership purchases are tax-deductible in part or in whole, depending on the level of membership. Learn more about membership levels and purchase your annual membership at momath.org/join.
Volunteer at MoMath
Volunteers at MoMath provide invaluable support in a variety of ways throughout 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? Join MoMath’s volunteer opportunities mailing list and help out when you can!
- 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 express interest in volunteering, email volunteer@momath.org with a brief introduction of yourself, including your interests, skills, and background.
Make a Donation
A unique and innovative institution, the National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) strives to enhance public understanding and perception of mathematics as an evolving, creative, and aesthetic human endeavor. MoMath is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization; donations are tax-deductible as allowable by law. Show your support by making a tax-deductible donation today at momath.org/contribute.
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