Upcoming Events at MoMath
Note: For the months of February – April, MoMath will close at 2:30 pm ET (New York) on the second Wednesday of the month for Math Encounters.
MoMath at a Glance
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(Sponsorships available for Title I schools.)
All times are in Eastern Time (New York).
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| MoMath is open but is watching the evolving health situation carefully and may limit access as needed. Please check the home page for the most up-to-date information. | ||
| 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) | ||
| 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) | ||
| Free 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) | ||
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| 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 | ||
| 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 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) | ||
| Thu, Jan 13 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Vote Counts: Ranking and Tanking” (online) |
| Fri, Jan 14 | 4:15 pm | Math Discovery: “Graphs of the Rainbow” (for grades 4–8) (in person) |
| Fri, Jan 14 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs: “Bow Tie” by Alessandro Beber (online) |
| Sat, Jan 15 | 3:00 pm | Math Discovery: “Shape Shifters” (for grades pre-K–2) (in person) |
| Mon, Jan 17 | 6:30 pm | COVID Science: “What does herd immunity really mean?” (second session in a three-part series) (online) |
| Tue, Jan 18 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Luck, Magic, or Math?” (online) |
| Tue, Jan 18 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K-3) (online) |
| Tue, Jan 18 | 6:30 pm | Math Gems — second session in an eight-week minicourse presented by Steven Strogatz (in person/online) |
| Wed, Jan 19 | 3:30 pm | Free Math Gym, a workout for your brain (online) |
| Wed, Jan 19 | 6:30 pm | Volumes, the book club at MoMath: a discussion of The Weil Conjectures by Karen Olsson with Steven Strogatz and the author(online) |
| Thu, Jan 20 | 4:00 pm | Ask a Mathematician — Anything! with Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Thu, Jan 20 | 6:30 pm | Space Race Mathematics: “Rocket to the Moon” with Kevin Bowman (online) |
| Fri, Jan 21 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Prime Time” (online) |
| Fri, Jan 21 | 4:15 pm | Math Discovery: “Tessellation Station” (for grades K–2) (in person) |
| Fri, Jan 21 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs: a modular made of fortune tellers (online) |
| Fri, Jan 21 | 6:30 pm | Free Family Fridays: “Balancing Act: The Math, Art, and Science of Balance” with Godwyn Morris (in person/online) |
| Sat, Jan 22 | 3:00 pm | Math Discovery: “Secrets of Telling Secrets” (for grades 3–6) (in person) |
| Sat, Jan 22 | 3:00 pm | Free-to-members Krazy Kahoot, a fast-paced family quiz game with Steve Sherman (online) |
| Sun, Jan 23 | 2:00 pm | Bridge Basics — second session of an eight-week introductory course (online) |
| Mon, Jan 24 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Möbius Mischief” (online) |
| Mon, Jan 24 | 7:00 pm | Starring Math — discussion of the film The Imitation Game, hosted by Steven Strogatz with special guest Janna Levin, author of award-winning novel A Madman Dreams of Turing Machines about Alan Turing and Kurt Gödel (online) |
| Tue, Jan 25 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K-3) (online) |
| Tue, Jan 25 | 6:30 pm | Math Gems — third session of an eight-week minicourse presented by Steven Strogatz (in person/online) |
| Wed, Jan 26 | 7:00 pm | Free-to-members QED: Pitfalls for Parents (online) |
| Thu, Jan 27 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Math in the Corner Pocket” (online) |
| Thu, Jan 27 | 4:00 pm | Meet a Mathematician featuring Benson Farb; hosted by Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Thu, Jan 27 | 6:30 pm | COVID Science: “Clinical trials from A to Z” (third session in a three-part series) (online) |
| Fri, Jan 28 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs: “Heart Note” by Francis Ow (online) |
| Fri, Jan 28 | 7:00 pm | Equilibrium, MoMath’s adult evening of mathematical games (online) |
| Sun, Jan 30 | 2:00 pm | Bridge Basics — third session of an eight-week introductory course (online) |
| Sun, Jan 30 | 5:30 pm | Tween Primes, the MoMath book club for teens and tweens: Lost in Lexicon: An Adventure in Words and Numbers by Pendred Noyce and Joan Charles (online) |
| Sun, Jan 30 | 6:30 pm | Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school (online) |
| Mon, Jan 31 | TBD | Professional Development Day at MoMath — details coming soon |
| Tue, Feb 1 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Vote Counts: Packing and Cracking” (online) |
| Tue, Feb 1 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K-3) (online) |
| Tue, Feb 1 | 6:30 pm | Math Gems — fourth session of an eight-week minicourse presented by Steven Strogatz (in person/online) |
| Fri, Feb 4 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Roping Around the World” (online) |
| Fri, Feb 4 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs: “Heart Box” by Kamikey (online) |
| Sun, Feb 6 | 2:00 pm | Bridge Basics — fourth session of an eight-week introductory course (online) |
| Mon, Feb 7 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Breaking Codes” (online) |
| Mon, Feb 7 | 7:00 pm | QED: Pitfalls for Parents (online) |
| Tue, Feb 8 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K-3) (online) |
| Tue, Feb 8 | 6:30 pm | Math Gems — fifth session of an eight-week minicourse presented by Steven Strogatz (in person/online) |
| Wed, Feb 9 | 4:00 pm 7:00 pm |
Free Math Encounters: “Top Picks: How mathematics can be used to rank sports teams” featuring John Urschel (in person/online) |
| Thu, Feb 10 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Vote Counts: Tower of Power” (online) |
| Thu, Feb 10 | 4:00 pm | Meet a Mathematician featuring Mel Currie and hosted by Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Fri, Feb 11 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs: “Winged Heart” by Sok Song (online) |
| Fri, Feb 11 | 7:00 pm | Starring Math — discussion of the film Hidden Figures, hosted by Steven Strogatz and featuring special guests Talitha Washington, national expert on STEM diversity and education policy, and Aprille J. Ericsson, renowned rocket scientist and aerospace engineer (online) |
| Sun, Feb 13 | 2:00 pm | Bridge Basics — fifth session of an eight-week introductory course (online) |
| Tue, Feb 15 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Math in Art: Tessellations” (online) |
| Tue, Feb 15 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K-3) (online) |
| Tue, Feb 15 | 6:30 pm | Math Gems — sixth session of an eight-week minicourse presented by Steven Strogatz (in person/online) |
| Wed, Feb 16 | 3:30 pm | Free Math Gym, a workout for your brain (online) |
| Wed, Feb 16 | 6:30 pm | Free-to-members Volumes, the book club at MoMath: a discussion of Power in Numbers by Talithia Williams (online) |
| Thu, Feb 17 | 4:00 pm | Ask a Mathematician — Anything! with Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Fri, Feb 18 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Finding Fibonacci” (online) |
| Fri, Feb 18 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs: a snake in a box by Isamu Sasagawa (online) |
| Fri, Feb 18 | 6:30 pm | Free Family Fridays: “Mondrian Manipulation: a math-art challenge game” with László Mérő, Imre Kökényesi, Kristóf Fenyvesi, and Christopher Brownell (in person/online) |
| Sat, Feb 19 | 10:00 am | Free with admission Mondrian 150! Mondrian Day at MoMath with Imre Kökényesi, Kristóf Fenyvesi, and Christopher Brownell (in person) |
| Sat, Feb 19 to Mon, Feb 21 | 12:00 pm | Mini-MOVES gathering: the math of puzzles (in person) |
| Sat, Feb 19 | 3:00 pm | Krazy Kahoot, a fast-paced family quiz game with Steve Sherman (online) |
| Sun, Feb 20 | 10:00 am | Free with admission Cognitive Games at MoMath with Imre Kökényesi, Kristóf Fenyvesi, and Christopher Brownell (in person) |
| Sun, Feb 20 | 2:00 pm | Bridge Basics — sixth session of an eight-week introductory course (online) |
| Mon, Feb 21 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Cryptarithmetic” (online) |
| Mon, Feb 21 | 6:30 pm | Buzzword Math: “Riemann Hypothesis” — first session in a three-part series |
| Mon, Feb 21 to Tue, Feb 22 | TBD | MoMath Mini-Camps — details coming soon |
| Tue, Feb 22 | 4:30 pm | 2022 MoMath Masters Tournament — register now! (online) |
| Thu, Feb 24 | 2:00 pm | Senior Sessions: “Tangram Teasers” (online) |
| Thu, Feb 24 | 6:30 pm | Free-to-members Space Race Mathematics: “Apollo 13: Lucky for Some?” (online) |
| Fri, Feb 25 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs: traditional animal mask (online) |
| Fri, Feb 25 | 7:00 pm | Equilibrium, MoMath’s adult evening of mathematical games (online) |
| Sun, Feb 27 | 2:00 pm | Bridge Basics — seventh session of an eight-week introductory course (online) |
| Sun, Feb 27 | 5:30 pm | Tween Primes, the MoMath book club for teens and tweens: Lawn Boy by Gary Paulsen (online) |
| Sun, Feb 27 | 6:30 pm | Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school (online) |
| Mon, Feb 28 | 6:30 pm | Buzzword Math: “P vs NP” — second session ina three-part series (online) |
| Tue, Mar 1 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K-3) (online) |
| Tue, Mar 1 | 6:30 pm | Math Gems — seventh session of an eight-week minicourse presented by Steven Strogatz (in person/online) |
| Fri, Mar 4 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs (online) |
| Sun, Mar 6 | 2:00 pm | Bridge Basics — final session of an eight-week introductory course (online) |
| Mon, Mar 7 | 6:30 pm | Buzzword Math: “Quantum Computing” — final session in a three-part series (online) |
| Tue, Mar 8 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K-3) (online) |
| Tue, Mar 8 | 6:30 pm | Math Gems — final session of an eight-week minicourse presented by Steven Strogatz (in person/online) |
| Wed, Mar 9 | 4:00 pm 7:00 pm |
Free Math Encounters : “Smartphones and Projective Geometry” featuring Jelani Nelson (in person/online) |
| Fri, Mar 11 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs (online) |
| Fri, Mar 11 | 6:30 pm | Free Family Fridays: “Chess Challenge” with Alisa Melekhina (in person/online) |
| Mon, Mar 14 | 7:00 pm | QED: Pitfalls for Parents (online) |
| Tue, Mar 15 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K-3) (online) |
| Tue, Mar 15 | 6:30 pm | Volumes, the book club at MoMath: a discussion of The Man from the Future by Ananyo Bhattacharya (online) |
| Wed, Mar 16 | 3:30 pm | Free Math Gym, a workout for your brain (online) |
| Wed, Mar 16 | 6:30 pm | Exhibit Tangents: “Tracks of Galileo and the Square-Wheeled Tricycle” with Paul Zeitz (online) |
| Thu, Mar 17 | 4:00 pm | Ask a Mathematician — Anything! with Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Fri, Mar 18 | 4:30 pm | Folding Fridays — learn to fold unique origami designs (online) |
| Sun, Mar 20 | 5:30 pm | Tween Primes, the MoMath book club for teens and tweens: The Unteachables by Gordon Korman (online) |
| Sun, Mar 20 | 6:30 pm | Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school (online) |
| Tue, Mar 22 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K-3) (online) |
| Wed, Mar 23 | 6:30 pm | Exhibit Tangents: “Motionscape” with Paul Zeitz (online) |
| Fri, Mar 25 | 7:00 pm | Equilibrium, MoMath’s adult evening of mathematical games (online) |
| Tue, Mar 29 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K-3) (online) |
| Wed, Mar 30 | 6:30 pm | Exhibit Tangents: “Synchronized Spin and Tessellation Station” with Paul Zeitz (online) |
| Thu, Mar 31 | 4:00 pm | Meet a Mathematician featuring Nalini Joshi and hosted by Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Mon, Apr 4 to Wed, Apr 6 | TBD | MATRIX x IMAGINARY Conference — Meet us in Paris! (in person) |
| Tue, Apr 5 | 4:00 pm | Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (for grades K-3) (online) |
| Mon, Apr 11 | 6:30 pm | Desert Island Math: “Squares and Cubes” (online) |
| Wed, Apr 13 | 4:00 pm 7:00 pm |
Free Math Encounters: “The Lonely Runner: an unsolved mystery of mathematics” featuring Matthias Beck (in person/online) |
| Sun, Apr 17 | 5:30 pm | Tween Primes, the MoMath book club for teens and tweens: My Best Mathematical and Logic Puzzles by Martin Gardner (online) |
| Sun, Apr 17 | 6:30 pm | Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school (online) |
| Mon, Apr 18 | 6:30 pm | Desert Island Math: “Shortest Distance” (online) |
| Wed, Apr 20 | 3:30 pm | Free Math Gym, a workout for your brain (online) |
| Thu, Apr 21 | 4:00 pm | Ask a Mathematician — Anything! with Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Fri, Apr 22 | 6:30 pm | Free Family Fridays with Steven Strogatz (in person/online) |
| Mon, Apr 25 | 6:30 pm | Desert Island Math: “Geometric Constructions” (online) |
| Thu, Apr 28 | 4:00 pm | Meet a Mathematician featuring Mariel Vazquez and hosted by Steven Strogatz (online) |
| Fri, Apr 29 | 7:00 pm | Equilibrium, MoMath’s adult evening of mathematical games (online) |
| Mon, May 2 | 6:30 pm | Desert Island Math: “Polyhedra” (online) |
| Mon, Jul 4 to Fri, Sep 2 | TBD | 2022 Transformations, the summer camp at MoMath — details coming soon |
| Sun, Aug 7 to Tue, Aug 9 | TBD | MOVES, Mathematics of Various Entertaining Subjects — MoMath’s fifth biennial conference (in person) |
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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 with 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
Now accepting applications
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.
School and group visits: now booking for the 2021-2022 school year! (in person/online)
MoMath has almost two dozen great programs, from constructing polygons to creating Möbius strips, for school groups visiting the Museum, in person and online. Bring your students to MoMath — virtually or in person — 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, MoMath educators can bring our 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 schools 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; and New York City Council Members Mark Levine (7th District) and 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.
Ongoing Programs
Visit MoMath
Tickets to visit MoMath in person are now on sale at visit.momath.org. Members can access admission tickets for free! (Not a member? Join today!) Please note that MoMath is watching the evolving health situation carefully and may limit access as needed. Please check the home page for the most up-to-date information.
Birthday parties (in person or online!)
Looking to host a one-of-a-kind birthday party full of fabulous folding fun? Invite your guests to MoMath for unique party activities and games, plus explore the more than 40 engaging exhibits! From captivating constructions to scintillating scavenger hunts, enjoy exceptional experiences for all ages of birthday celebrants. Additionally, online origami parties are available full of fabulous folding fun. You and your guests can learn the wondrous art of paper folding with 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 fashioned 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.
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? Have 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 on-campus field trip today at fieldtrips.momath.org.
Free Mind-Benders for the Quarantined! (online)
Reaching more than 10,000 people in nearly 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.
Math Discovery for students and their families/caregivers (in person)
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.
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.
Share the gift of math! Gift registrations for Senior Sessions available: mathgift.momath.org.
Student Sessions for grades pre-K through 12
Ongoing, Mondays through Fridays (online)
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.
Share the gift of math! Gift registrations for Student Sessions available: mathgift.momath.org.
Derivatives, MoMath’s tour program (in person)
Enjoy a new perspective on MoMath in a small group setting as you wander the Museum with an expert tour guide leading the way. Choose from one of two tours: Colorful Characters and Hidden Math. Learn more at derivatives.momath.org. To request a tour, please email groupsales@momath.org with the subject line “Derivatives Tour.”
Math tutoring
Is your child struggling in math? We can help! MoMath is offering limited private tutoring for grades K–12. Our certified teachers have extensive experience 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.
Upcoming Events
Senior Sessions: “Vote Counts: Ranking and Tanking” (online)
Thursday, January 13 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Voting for a preference may seem simple, but when multiple options exist, the math gets complicated! The different methods of counting the vote can often result in different winners. Explore the mathematics behind various vote-counting systems and develop a deeper understanding of what it means for a system to be equitable. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Math Discovery: “Graphs of the Rainbow” (for grades 5–8) (in person)
Friday, January 14 at 4:15 pm ET (New York)
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! For students in grades 4 through 8 and their families/caregivers. Learn more and register at discovery.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, January 14 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
This week, fold “Bow Tie” by Alessandro Beber. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Math Discovery: “Shape Shifters” (for grades pre-K–2) (in person)
Saturday, January 15 at 3:00 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.
COVID Science: “What does herd immunity really mean?” (second session in a three-part series) (online)
Monday, January 17 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
MoMath is delighted to announce a series of talks focused on answering your questions about COVID-19 and featuring Dr. Sharon Nachman, Division Chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University. In this three-part online series, Dr. Nachman will share some of the science behind the spread of this disease, discuss what we know — and what we don’t know — and share the facts about how we can best protect ourselves and those we love. Learn more and register at covidscience.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Luck, Magic, or Math?” (online)
Tuesday, January 18 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
At first glance, the occurrence of an “unlikely” event might seem like luck… or magic. However, when this event occurs over and over, we have to look more closely. With a bit of math, we will see that some events, which might seem unlikely at first, have a higher probability than intuition would suggest. Learn how a clever magician can “read the minds” of an unsuspecting audience using a little knowledge of probability! Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, January 18 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 — second session of an eight-week minicourse (in person/online)
Tuesday, January 18 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In this eight-week minicourse, Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz will show you eight 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.
Free Math Gym, a workout for your brain (online)
Wednesday, January 19 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.
Volumes, the MoMath book club: a discussion of The Weil Conjectures by Karen Olsson (online)
Wednesday, January 19 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Love mathematics and books? Looking for a stimulating and fun discussion? Volumes, the MoMath book club, is just the thing for you. This reading group is designed especially for those interested in mathematics and science and how they affect our lives. No prior math or science background is necessary. Join Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz and author Karen Olsson for an online discussion of Olsson’s The Weil Conjectures. The Weil Conjectures begins as a historical account of the Weil siblings ― Simone, a social activist and mystic, and André, a mathematician. However, the book quickly expands in scope, also becoming a meditation on creativity and on the author’s own years studying math. Learn more and register at volumes.momath.org.
Ask a Mathematician — Anything! (online)
Thursday, January 20 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.
Space Race Mathematics: “Rocket to the Moon” (online)
Thursday, January 20 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
On July 20, 1969, in one of the greatest feats ever achieved by the human race, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepped onto the Moon and became the first humans to walk on a celestial body other than Earth. Now, you can experience (or relive, for those old enough to remember) the sights and times of those days as well as other things “moon-related” in an exciting, immersive presentation. Join Dr. Kevin Bowman, Professor of Mathematics at the Jeremiah Horrocks Institute for Mathematics, Physics, and Astronomy at the University of Central Lancashire, as he explains not just the mathematics and science behind this adventure but also what it was like to live through those historic times. Strap in and join the race to the moon as you become an Apollo astronaut, meet the mighty Saturn V rocket, and embark upon your own epic voyage to a lunar landing! Learn more and register at space.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Prime Time” (online)
Friday, January 21 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. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Math Discovery: “Tessellation Station” (for grades K–2) (in person)
Friday, January 21 at 4:15 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.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, January 21 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
This week, fold a unique modular made of fortune tellers. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Free Family Fridays: “Balancing Act: The Math, Art, and Science of Balance” with Godwyn Morris (in person/online)
Friday, January 21 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Join us for a fun and challenging adventure exploring the strategies of balancing equations by using a variety of craft materials and assorted objects. Attendees will design and build a series of Alexander Calder-style sculptures by arranging assorted components to create perfectly balanced projects. With lots of hands-on activities for everyone, we will explore the math, art, and science of balance. 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 for free at familyfridays.momath.org.
Math Discovery: “Secrets of Telling Secrets” (for grades 3–6) (in person)
Saturday, January 22 at 3:00 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.
Free-to-members Krazy Kahoot with Steve Sherman (online)
Saturday, January 22 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 — second session of an eight-week introductory course (online)
Sunday, January 23 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 ACBL-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 and register at bridge.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Möbius Mischief” (online)
Monday, January 24 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Participants construct fascinating topological objects such as Möbius bands, discovering their fundamental patterns and structures. Hands-on activities lead participants to discover the surprising properties hidden in these surfaces! Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Starring Math — discussion of the film The Imitation Game hosted by Steven Strogatz (online)
Monday, January 24 at 7:00 pm ET (New York)
Math goes to the movies! Join Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz and special guest, Janna Levin, Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Barnard College and award-winning author of A Madman Dreams of Turing Machines, a novel about the ideas and lives of Alan Turing and Kurt Gödel, 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 Imitation Game, which begins when, in 1939, England declares war on Germany. The allied code-breakers at Bletchley Park are desperate to crack the Enigma code, which the Nazis are using to transmit seemingly indecipherable messages containing essential intelligence. When a young mathematician and computer scientist named Alan Turing arrives to join the team, he sets out to do the impossible: to build a machine capable of converting Enigma-encoded messages into English. Learn more and register at starring.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, January 25 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 — third session of an eight-week minicourse (in person/online)
Tuesday, January 25 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In this eight-week minicourse, Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz will show you eight 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.
Free-to-members QED: Pitfalls for Parents (online)
Wednesday, January 26 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: “Math in the Corner Pocket” (online)
Thursday, January 27 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
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 your prediction is correct. Game on! Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Meet a Mathematician featuring Benson Farb, hosted by Steven Strogatz (online)
Thursday, January 27 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 January, meet Benson Farb, a math professor at the University of Chicago. While he’s known for his work in group theory and topology, he’s especially remarkable as a mentor, having advised 38 PhD students and more than 23 postdocs in the last 25 years. Join us for a freewheeling conversation about Benson’s approach to making mathematical discoveries and helping students reach their potential. Learn more and register at meetmath.momath.org.
COVID Science: “Clinical trials from A to Z” (third session in a three-part series) (online)
Thursday, January 27 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
MoMath is delighted to announce a series of talks focused on answering your questions about COVID-19 and featuring Dr. Sharon Nachman, Division Chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University. In this three-part online series, Dr. Nachman will share some of the science behind the spread of this disease, discuss what we know — and what we don’t know — and share the facts about how we can best protect ourselves and those we love. Learn more and register at covidscience.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, January 28 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
This week, fold “Heart Note” by Francis Ow. It’s always a good time to share your heart with someone. 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, January 28 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 — third session of an eight-week introductory course (online)
Sunday, January 30 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 ACBL-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 and register at bridge.momath.org.
Tween Primes, the MoMath book club for tweens and teens: Lost in Lexicon: An Adventure in Words and Numbers by Pendred Noyce and Joan Charles (online)
Sunday, January 30 at 5:30 pm ET (New York)
When thirteen-year-old cousins Ivan and Daphne go on a treasure hunt in the rain one summer day, they never expect to stumble into a whole new world where words and numbers run wild. After the cousins outwit a plague of punctuation, grateful villagers beg them to find Lexicon’s missing children, who have been enticed away by dancing lights in the sky. Trekking between villages in search of clues, the cousins encounter a talking thesaurus, a fog of forgetting, the Mistress of Metaphor, a panel of poets, feuding parts of speech, and the illogical mathematicians of Irrationality. With time running out, will Ivan and Daphne find a way to solve the mystery of the lights in the sky and restore the lost children of Lexicon to their homes? Learn more and register at tweenprimes.momath.org.
Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school (online)
Sunday, January 30 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.
Professional Development Day at MoMath
Monday, January 31
Educators, mark your calendars now for a day of professional development, MoMath style! Details coming soon. Learn more at pd2022.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Vote Counts: Packing and Cracking” (online)
Tuesday, February 1 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Get a glimpse into the mathematics of elections by becoming a “legislator” for a day. Explore how election districts are drawn, including “packing,” “cracking,” and the meaning of wasted votes, in order to analyze the fairness of representation in an election. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, February 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 — fourth session of an eight-week minicourse (in person/online)
Tuesday, February 1 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In this eight-week minicourse, Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz will show you eight 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.
Senior Sessions: “Roping Around the World” (online)
Friday, February 4 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Come test your intuition with a mathematical problem about a rope tied around the Earth. Explore the counterintuitive solution with an engaging, hands-on activity. How can we use C=2*pi*r to understand this intriguing problem? Learn how simple models can help us better understand concepts that defy logic. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, February 4 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
This week, fold “Heart Box” by Kamikey. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Bridge Basics — fourth session of an eight-week introductory course (online)
Sunday, February 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 ACBL-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 and register at bridge.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Breaking Codes” (online)
Monday, February 7 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
How do computers keep your passwords secret? How do websites safeguard your credit card numbers? Explore multiplicative ciphers, broken codes, and prime numbers, while encoding and decoding your own secret messages. Learn how cryptography helps protect your private information. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
QED: Pitfalls for Parents (online)
Monday, February 7 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.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, February 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 — fifth session of an eight-week minicourse (in person/online)
Tuesday, February 8 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In this eight-week minicourse, Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz will show you eight 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.
Free Math Encounters: “Top Picks: How mathematics can be used to rank sports teams” featuring John Urschel (in person/online)
Wednesday, February 9 at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (New York)
How good is your team? In any sports league, a team’s win/loss record is often used to measure success. But in large leagues where not all teams play each other, often this simple win/loss record doesn’t fully answer the question. Join mathematician John Urschel, a former professional football player himself, to discover how a little bit of math can go a long way in answering this and other related questions. Learn more and register for free at mathencounters.org.
Senior Sessions: “Vote Counts: Tower of Power” (online)
Thursday, February 10 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Explore the different ways power can be distributed in weighted voting systems. These systems are those in which different groups have different numbers of votes, such as county delegations, government committees, and even the United States Electoral College. Should the largest populations have the most power? Should smaller groups have a voice? Answering these questions is far more complex than simple majority rule, but modern mathematical analysis provides a useful lens through which to analyze unbalanced voting power. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Meet a Mathematician featuring Mel Currie (online)
Thursday, February 10 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 February, meet Mel Currie. Mel’s mathematical career didn’t follow a typical path: after spending three years as an economic analyst with Gulf Oil Corporation and three years teaching mathematics at a public high school in Düsseldorf, Germany, he returned to the United States and earned a PhD, became a professor, and later joined the National Security Agency (NSA). Learn more and register at meetmath.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, February 11 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
This week, fold “Winged Heart” by Sok Song. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Starring Math — discussion of the film Hidden Figures, hosted by Steven Strogatz (online)
Friday, February 11 at 7:00 pm ET (New York)
Math goes to the movies! Join Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz, Talitha Washington, and Aprille J. Ericsson for a discussion of Hidden Figures, a film telling the true stories of Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson — three African American female mathematicians whose contributions to NASA’s efforts in the Space Race of the 1960s were for many years excluded from the historical narrative. The film explores how the trio overcame institutional barriers to perform groundbreaking work — spanning fields such as mechanical engineering, coordinate geometry, and even early computer coding — that was instrumental to the launch of America’s first orbital spacecraft. Steve is joined by two special guests: Talitha Washington, national expert on STEM diversity and education policy and professor of mathematics at Clark Atlanta University; and Aprille J. Ericsson, renowned rocket scientist, aerospace engineer, advocate for women in STEM, and New Business Lead of the Instrument Systems and Technology Division of the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Learn more and register at starring.momath.org.
Bridge Basics — fifth session of an eight-week introductory course (online)
Sunday, February 13 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 ACBL-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 and register at bridge.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: (New!) “Math in Art: Tessellations” (online)
Tuesday, February 15 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
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 new “Math in Art” series. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s hour (online)
Tuesday, February 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.
Math Gems — sixth session of an eight-week minicourse (in person/online)
Tuesday, February 15 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In this eight-week minicourse, Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz will show you eight 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.
Free Math Gym, a workout for your brain (online)
Wednesday, February 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.
Volumes, the MoMath book club: a discussion of Power in Numbers by Talithia Williams (online)
Wednesday, February 16 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Love mathematics and books? Looking for a stimulating and fun discussion? Volumes, the MoMath book club, is just the thing for you. This reading group is designed especially for those interested in mathematics and science and how they affect our lives. No prior math or science background is necessary. Power in Numbers brings to life the inspirational stories of female mathematicians whose contributions to the field have gone overlooked for too long — in some cases for more than a millennium! From pioneers to modern masters — from Emmy Noether’s pivotal role in the development of the general theory of relativity, to Katherine Johnson’s heroic calculations that made NASA’s space exploration possible — Power in Numbers is a long-overdue celebration of a diverse group of geniuses who left indelible marks on the development of math and science across many fields and disciplines. Learn more and register at volumes.momath.org.
Ask a Mathematician — Anything! (online)
Thursday, February 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: “Finding Fibonacci” (online)
Friday, February 18 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13,… The Fibonacci sequence is one of the most famous number patterns in all of mathematics. Join us to solve intriguing puzzles, explore hidden patterns, and discover the fascinating secrets that are concealed within this very special arrangement of numbers. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, February 18 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
This week, fold a snake in a box by Isamu Sasagawa. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there’s math in every fold! Learn more and register at foldingfridays.momath.org.
Free Family Fridays: “Mondrian Manipulation: a math-art challenge game” with László Mérő, Imre Kökényesi, Kristóf Fenyvesi, and Christopher Brownell (in person/online)
Friday, February 18 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Meet a creative team of game designers who turned a mathematical challenge into an award-winning puzzle and game. Dr. László Mérő, a Hungarian mathematician and psychologist, Imre Kökényesi, founder of Smart Egg Ltd., Dr. Kristóf Fenyvesi of the Finnish Institute for Educational Research, and Dr. Christopher Brownell from Fresno Pacific University will guide an exploration into the mathematical, cognitive, and educational dimensions of Mondrian Blocks, an engaging game for children and adults to experience the flow of creative problem solving. 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 for free at familyfridays.momath.org.
Mondrian 150! Mondrian Day at MoMath (in person)
Saturday, February 19 at 10:00 am ET (New York)
Piet Mondrian’s artistic journey from the Netherlands to New York City is a story of creativity that combines the aesthetics of pure geometrical construction with the art of painting. To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Mondrian’s birth, come share in the playfulness of Mondrian’s mathematical art as you discover Mondrian Blocks, an award-winning puzzle and game. Experts will be on hand at MoMath throughout the day, ready to help you engage in some cognitively challenging puzzles enlivened by Mondrian’s unique design aesthetic. Free with Museum admission. No registration is needed. Learn more at mondrian150.momath.org.
MOVES: “The Fascination of Puzzles” (in person)
Mini-MOVES, Saturday through Monday, February 19–21, 2022
Full conference rescheduled to Sunday through Tuesday, August 7–9, 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 now take place in person on August 8 and 9, with an opening reception at MoMath on the evening of Sunday, August 7. In the interim, from Saturday, February 19 through Monday, February 21, a Mini-MOVES gathering will be held — in person — at MoMath. Learn more and register at moves.momath.org.
Krazy Kahoot with Steve Sherman (online)
Saturday, February 19 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.
Cognitive Games at MoMath (in person)
Sunday, February 20 at 10:00 am ET (New York)
Eager to develop your problem-solving intuition and train your mind to strategically tackle complex challenges? Try cognitive games! Mondrian Blocks and Smart Egg are two intriguingly brainy games that present a wide range of puzzling play. Join us throughout the day at MoMath to explore and play these games, meet the design team behind them, and get a sneak peek at prototypes of some of the team’s newest ideas. Free with Museum admission. No registration is needed. Learn more at cognitive.momath.org.
Bridge Basics — sixth session of an eight-week introductory course (online)
Sunday, February 20 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 ACBL-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 and register at bridge.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Cryptarithmetic” (online)
Monday, February 21 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Arithmetic is fun, but arithmetic with letters is even better! Using process of elimination and clever logic, we will explore fundamental properties of base-10 arithmetic in a unique and challenging way. Join us for CRYPT4R1THM3T1C! Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Buzzword Math: “Riemann Hypothesis” (online)
Monday, February 21 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
You’ve undoubtedly heard some mathematical phrases without knowing what they really mean. In this three-part 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! First, we’ll tackle the Riemann Hypothesis. You’ve heard of it, and maybe even seen the mathematical statement about roots of the “zeta function,” but if you are like most math hobbyists, it still makes no sense. What is the Riemann Hypothesis, why is it important, and how does it fit into the mathematics that you already understand? Learn more and register at buzzword.momath.org.
MoMath Mini-Camps — details coming soon!
Monday, February 21 to Tuesday, February 22
Too cool for school: these interactive theme-based lessons and creative hands-on projects make math come alive for each and every participant! Details coming soon. Learn more at minicamp.momath.org.
2022 MoMath Masters Tournament (online)
Tuesday, February 22 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
Join MoMath for another edition of the one-of-a-kind MoMath Masters, the exciting annual competition and fundraiser. Put your thinking caps on for this fun-filled night, from the entertaining cocktail round right through to the challenging and suspenseful finals. Participate or just come to watch; a good time is had by all. For those not competing, the event starts at 6:30 pm ET (New York). Learn more and register at masters.momath.org.
Senior Sessions: “Tangram Teasers” (online)
Thursday, February 24 at 2:00 pm ET (New York)
Exercise your mind and stretch your spatial reasoning while searching for solutions to fun tangram puzzles. Learn to create specific figures by combining seven polygons. If you get stuck, try another way! Discover multiple strategies to solve these classic dissection puzzles. Learn more and register at seniorsessions.momath.org.
Free-to-members Space Race Mathematics: “Apollo 13: Lucky for Some?” (online)
Thursday, February 24 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
On April 13, 1970, when the spacecraft Apollo 13 was more than 200,000 miles from Earth heading toward the Moon, a catastrophic failure occurred. There followed a chain of events which set off the greatest rescue ever attempted in the history of mankind. Take a journey back in time as Dr. Kevin Bowman, Professor of Mathematics at the Jeremiah Horrocks Institute for Mathematics, Physics, and Astronomy at the University of Central Lancashire, shows us what really happened — and why. Encounter the scientists and engineers who designed and built the spacecraft, an endeavor that pushed both humans and machines to their limits. With every decision a matter of life and death, discover how Mission Control put together a plan in their desperate attempt to save the lives of the crew of Apollo 13. Learn more and register at space.momath.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, February 25 at 4:30 pm ET (New York)
Origami masks have lots of character and many have been created over the years. This week, fold a traditional animal mask to get a taste of mask folding. 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, February 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 — seventh session of an eight-week introductory course (online)
Sunday, February 27 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 ACBL-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 and register at bridge.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 12-year-old who starts out mowing laws 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 (second session in a three-part series) (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 three-part 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.
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 — seventh session of an eight-week minicourse (in person/online)
Tuesday, March 1 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In this eight-week minicourse, Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz will show you eight 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.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, March 4 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 — 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 ACBL-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 and register at bridge.momath.org.
Buzzword Math: “Quantum Computing” with Paul Zeitz (third session in a three-part series (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 three-part 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 — final session of an eight-week minicourse (in person/online)
Tuesday, March 8 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
In this eight-week minicourse, Distinguished Visiting Professor Steven Strogatz will show you eight 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.
Free Math Encounters: “Smartphones and Projective Geometry” featuring Jelani Nelson (in person/online)
Wednesday, March 9 at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (New York)
MoMath welcomes Jelani Nelson, Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at UC Berkeley, to Math Encounters, MoMath’s popular free public presentation series celebrating the spectacular world of mathematics, produced with support from the Simons Foundation. Learn more and register for free at mathencounters.org.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, March 11 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.
Free Family Fridays: “Chess Challenge” with Alisa Melekhina (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 chess or math beginners or you already know the ropes, your whole family will be able to participate in a puzzle competition involving geometric and coordinate-based chess challenges. You’ll 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. Registration coming soon. Learn more at familyfridays.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! Learn more and register at qed.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 (online)
Tuesday, March 15 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
Love mathematics and books? Looking for a stimulating and fun discussion? Volumes, the MoMath book club, is just the thing for you. This reading group is designed especially for those interested in mathematics and science and how they affect our lives. No prior math or science background is necessary. Learn more and register at volumes.momath.org.
Free Math Gym, a workout for your brain (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.
Exhibit Tangents: “Tracks of Galileo and the 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 three-part program 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.
Folding Fridays (online)
Friday, March 18 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: 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 removed from the student body and isolated in Room 117. Their teacher is Mr. Zachary Kermit, the most burned-out teacher in all of Greenwich. He was once a rising star, but his career was shattered by a cheating scandal that still haunts him. After years of phoning it in, he is finally one year away from early retirement. But the superintendent has a plan to torpedo that idea — and it involves assigning Mr. Kermit to 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. Registration coming soon. Learn more at unlimited.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.
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 three-part program 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 crowded with young visitors who are often unaware that the exhibit is actually a beautiful exploration of calculus. Learn why! Learn more and register at tangents.momath.org.
Equilibrium, an adult evening of mathematical games (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.
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 three-part program 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 crowded with young visitors who are often unaware that the exhibit is actually a beautiful exploration of calculus. Learn why! Learn more and register at tangents.momath.org.
Meet a Mathematician featuring Nalini Joshi (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! In March, meet Nalini Joshi. Nalini is an Australian mathematician known for her work on the very beautiful kinds of differential equations known as “integrable systems.” She is a professor in the School of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Sydney, the first woman in the School to hold this position, and a past-president of the Australian Mathematical Society. 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. Learn more and register at meetmath.momath.org.
MATRIX x IMAGINARY Conference in Paris (in person)
Monday, April 4 through Wednesday, April 6, 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 2021 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. Registration coming soon. Learn more at matrix.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.
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! These sessions are geared for beginners, but will also contain food for thought for experts. 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. Learn more and register at desert.momath.org.
Free Math Encounters: “The Lonely Runner: an unsolved mystery of mathematics” featuring Matthias Beck (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 2- or 3-dimensional shapes? Join mathematician Matthias Beck as we explore this fascinating mathematical mystery. Registration coming soon. Learn more at mathencounters.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. The present volume contains a rich selection of 70 of the best of these brainteasers, in some cases including references to new 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. Registration coming soon. Learn more at unlimited.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! These sessions are geared for beginners, but will also contain food for thought for experts. 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. Learn more and register at desert.momath.org.
Free Math Gym, a workout for your brain (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.
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.
Free Family Fridays with Steven Strogatz (in person/online)
Friday, April 22 at 6:30 pm ET (New York)
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.
Desert Island Math: “Geometric Constructions” (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! These sessions are geared for beginners, but will also contain food for thought for experts. 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!” Learn more and register at desert.momath.org.
Meet a Mathematician featuring Mariel Vazquez (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 contributions in research and outreach at the interface of topology and molecular biology, and for service to the mathematical community, in particular to underrepresented groups.” Learn more and register at meetmath.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.
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! These sessions are geared for beginners, but will also contain food for thought for experts. 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?” Learn more and register at desert.momath.org.
Transformations 2022, the summer camp at MoMath — registration coming soon!
Monday, July 4 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. Registration coming soon. Learn more at summercamp.momath.org.
Math on the House — mailing list; sign up to be notified about FREE programs
MoMath is pleased to offer Math on the House, a mailing list for valued Museum patrons to receive free last-minute tickets for select events, when space is available. To subscribe, visit mathonthehouse.momath.org.
Perspectives: The MoMath Summer College Volunteer Program
Each summer, MoMath offers Perspectives, a volunteer program for college undergraduates. Students who complete Perspectives learn 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, typically including 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.
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 chance to improve interpersonal and communication skills, explore mathematical concepts, and learn valuable 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. During the school year, the commitment is 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. Assist with check-in and registration for Museum programs, interact with visitors at MoMath events and demonstrations, and more! MoMath also benefits from professionals who generously donate their expertise and time as educators, administrators, and technologists. To apply, please email the following materials to volunteer@momath.org with a subject line that includes “Volunteer” and your name: a cover letter that describes your background and how you might contribute; your résumé, including grade point averages; and a freshly written 150- to 500-word statement describing your views on mathematics or a life experience you have had related to mathematics.
Summations: MoMath’s homeschool program
Homeschool students can experience the excitement of a MoMath field trip! With the Summations program, homeschoolers can spend the afternoon learning about the math behind MoMath’s engaging interactive exhibits or participating in an exploratory, hands-on classroom experience along with other homeschool families. Learn more at summations.momath.org.
Events, birthday parties, and more
Looking to host a one-of-a-kind event where your guests can interact with more than 40 engaging exhibits? Enter a world of mathematical intrigue, but don’t worry — amidst all the activity, there is plenty of space for gala-worthy dinners, over-the-top birthday bashes, laser-cutting parties, and bar/bat mitzvahs. Who knew math could be this much fun? Email programservices@momath.org for more information.
School and group visits
MoMath has over a dozen great programs, from graph coloring to Möbius bands, for school groups visiting the Museum. Bring your students to MoMath — virtually or in person — for a peek into the exciting world of mathematics, and see why students and teachers of all ages love the Museum. Learn more and register at fieldtrips.momath.org.
Free trips for Title I schools
Thanks to contributions from individuals and organizations including Adams & Company, Con Edison, The Scripps Family Fund for Education and the Arts, Two Sigma, New York City Council Members Mark Levine (7th District) and Carlina Rivera (2nd District), plus several generous MoMath friends, support for Title I schools is now available. 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 or in person) during the 2021-2022 school year, visit titleone.momath.org. Interested in sponsoring a field trip? Email donation@momath.org.
Beautiful Math
See what mathematicians think is beautiful about mathematics at beautiful.momath.org.
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Become a member today and take advantage of exciting and engaging math programs for all ages. Visit momath.org/join to become a member and receive unlimited access to MoMath’s innovative exhibits, plus discounts for select programs in Additions, the shop at MoMath. Members receive free registration to select online programs, free access to recordings of MoMath programs, and exclusive invitations to members-only online events. Become a premium member and receive early notices, special invitations to exclusive MoMath events, discounts on birthday parties, and more. Join now and take advantage of MoMath’s low rates. To learn more about long-term memberships, call 212-542-0566.
We need you!
Interested in volunteering on the Museum floor? If you love math, would like to help others enjoy MoMath’s interactive suite of exhibits, and are willing to do two four-hour shifts each month, please send an email to jobs@momath.org with the subject line “MoMath integrator.” Please include a cover letter, your current résumé, and a newly-written essay that, in approximately 150 to 500 words, describes an experience that shaped your love of mathematics.
We hope to see you at MoMath!
