MoMath April-May Upcoming Events

Dear MoMath friends,

Spring into MoMath’s bright new space on Sixth Avenue, now open and buzzing with excitement! Join Jez Swanson, whose mesmerizing visual take on Fourier transforms inspired MoMath's new Fourier Figures exhibit; then explore symmetry in style by crafting an intricate, dye-layered egg rooted in a 1,500-year-old Eastern European tradition. Play with probability in a fun-for-the-whole-family evening program, or put it into practice in Dr. Arthur Benjamin’s multi-week backgammon minicourse. Up for a challenge? Tackle the monthly Year of Math puzzles presented by Grant Sanderson (3Blue1Brown), then join an online solutions workshop hosted by puzzle curator Peter Winkler. Discover a mind-bending geometric illusion, uncover curious connections between volcanoes and viruses, and celebrate creativity at Open Set — experience for yourself how math comes alive through art, play, and deep thinking — only at MoMath.

MoMath, located at 635 Sixth Avenue in Manhattan/New York City, is open for general admission from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, seven days a week, 364 days a year. Purchase admission tickets, become a member, and check out upcoming events, in person and online!

MoMath at a Glance
All times are in Eastern Time Zone (New York).
Fri, Mar 27	3:30 pm	*Free!* Focus! with Jez Swanson (online)
Fri, Mar 27	4:30 pm	Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series (online)
Fri, Mar 27	6:30 pm to 8:00 pm	*Free!* Family Fridays: "Beating the Odds: Games, chance, and clever thinking" with Pam Brett (in person)
Sat, Mar 28	2:30 pm to 5:30 pm	*Free with general admission!* Equilibrium, an afternoon of games for adults at MoMath (in person)
Sun, Mar 29	10:30 am 1:00 pm 3:00 pm	*Free with general admission!* Eggsquisite Symmetry Workshop at MoMath, featuring artist Ildikó Fekete (in person)
Mon, Mar 30	10:30 am 1:00 pm 3:00 pm	*Free with general admission!* Eggsquisite Symmetry Workshop at MoMath, featuring artist Ildikó Fekete (in person)
Mon, Mar 30	6:30 pm	*Free!* Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring Dr. Arthur Benjamin (online)
Tue, Mar 31	10:30 am 1:00 pm 3:00 pm	*Free with general admission!* Eggsquisite Symmetry Workshop at MoMath, featuring artist Ildikó Fekete (in person)
Tue, Mar 31	4:00 pm	Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online)
Thu, Apr 2	2:00 pm	Senior Sessions: “Play like a Mathematician: Hex" (online)
Fri, Apr 3	4:30 pm	Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series (online)
Sat, Apr 4	11:00 am	*Free!* Monthly Mindbenders with Peter Winkler (online)
Mon, Apr 6	6:30 pm	*Free!* Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring Dr. Arthur Benjamin (online)
Tue, Apr 7	2:00 pm	Senior Sessions: “Number Puzzles" (online)
Tue, Apr 7	6:30 pm to 7:45 pm	Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin (in person)
Thu, Apr 9	6:30 pm	*Free!* Volumes: a discussion of An Interactive Introduction to Knot Theory with author Allison Henrich; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin (online)
Fri, Apr 10	4:30 pm	Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series (online)
Fri, Apr 10	6:30 pm to 8:00 pm	*Free!* Family Fridays: "Kepler’s Cube" with Paula Krieg (in person)
Sat, Apr 11	6:30 pm to 9:00 pm	*Free!* MoMath’s Open Set song contest! (in person)
Sun, Apr 12	5:15 pm	*Free!* Tween Primes: a discussion of The Magic of Math; with author and host Dr. Arthur Benjamin (in person)
Sun, Apr 12	6:30 pm to 8:30 pm	Unlimited, MoMath's mix-n-mingle program for middle and high school students; featuring MOST Fellow Oleksandra Lymar (in person + drop-off)
Mon, Apr 13	6:30 pm	*Free!* Meet a Mathematician: Ken Ono, hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin (online)
Tue, Apr 14	4:00 pm	Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online)
Tue, Apr 14	4:00 pm 7:00 pm	*Free!* Math Encounters: "From Volcanoes to Robots: The Hidden Geometric Pattern Shaping our World" featuring Noah Giansiracusa (in person)
Wed, Apr 15	2:00 pm	Senior Sessions: “Math in Art: Friezes" (online)
Wed, Apr 15	6:30 pm to 8:00 pm	*Free!* Special Documentary Screening: Hunting Yellow Pigs (in person)
Fri, Apr 17	4:30 pm	Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series (online)
Mon, Apr 20	6:30 pm	*Free!* Starring Math, featuring Mathematically Bent Theater; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin with Colin Adams, featuring special guest performers Jennifer Beineke, Joshua Cohen, Thomas Kindred, and Jenna Zomback (online)
Tue, Apr 21	4:00 pm	Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online)
Tue, Apr 21	6:30 pm to 7:45 pm	Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin (in person)
Wed, Apr 22	4:00 pm 7:00 pm	*Free!* Math Gym, a workout for your brain (grades 1–12) (online)
Thu, Apr 23	2:00 pm	Senior Sessions: “Chessboards and Dominoes" (online)
Thu, Apr 23	3:00 pm to 7:00 pm	*Free!* Free Play, MoMath’s free general admission hours — with extended Museum hours! (in person)
Fri, Apr 24	4:30 pm	Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series (online)
Sat, Apr 25	11:00 am	*Free!* Monthly Mindbenders with Peter Winkler (online)
Sat, Apr 25	3:00 pm	Krazy Kahoot, MoMath’s family quiz show; hosted by Steve Sherman (online)
Sat, Apr 25	6:30 pm to 8:30 pm	Unlimited, MoMath's mix-n-mingle program for middle and high school students; featuring MOST Fellow Uchenna Okorie (in person + drop-off)
Sun, Apr 26	10:00 am to 1:00 pm	*Free!* Free Play, MoMath's free general admission hours (in person)
Mon, Apr 27	6:30 pm	*Free!* QED, a conversation about math and math education with special guest Patrick Vennebush; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin (online)
Tue, Apr 28	2:00 pm	Senior Sessions: “Gallery of Graphs" (online)
Tue, Apr 28	4:00 pm	Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online)
Tue, Apr 28	6:30 pm to 7:45 pm	Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin (in person)
Thu, Apr 30	6:30 pm to 8:00 pm	Equilibrium, game night for adults at MoMath (in person)
Fri, May 1	4:30 pm	Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series (online)
Sun, May 3	5:15 pm	*Free!* Tween Primes: a discussion of "Pascal's Triangle: A Study in Combinations" by Jason VanBilliard; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin (in person)
Mon, May 4	5:00 pm	*Free!* Starring Math, featuring Math and Musical Theater; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin with Barry Joseph (online)
Tue, May 5	4:00 pm	Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online)
Tue, May 5	6:30 pm to 7:45 pm	Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin (in person)
Wed, May 6	2:00 pm	Senior Sessions: “Skipping Towards Infinity" (online)
Wed, May 6	4:00 pm 7:00 pm	*Free!* Math Encounters featuring Wes Pegden (in person)
Thu, May 7	6:30 pm	*Free!* Volumes: a discussion of The Mathematics of Origami with author Joseph O'Rourke; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin (online)
Fri, May 8	4:30 pm	Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series (online)
Mon, May 11	6:30 pm	*Free!* QED, a conversation about math and math education with special guest Sam Vandervelde; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin (online)
Tue, May 12	4:00 pm	Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online)
Tue, May 12	6:30 pm to 7:45 pm	Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin (in person)
Wed, May 13	6:30 pm	*Free!* Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring Dr. Arthur Benjamin (online)
Thu, May 14	2:00 pm	Senior Sessions: “Math in Art: Tessellations" (online)
Thu, May 14	6:30 pm to 8:00 pm	Equilibrium, game night for adults at MoMath (in person)
Fri, May 15	2:00 pm	*Free!* Focus! with Manjul Bhargava (online)
Fri, May 15	4:30 pm	Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series (online)
Mon, May 18	6:30 pm	*Free!* Meet a Mathematician: Peter Winkler, hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin (online)
Tue, May 19	2:00 pm	Senior Sessions: “Drawing the Line: The Math Behind Gerrymandering" (online)
Tue, May 19	4:00 pm	Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (K–3); hosted by Steve Sherman (online)
Tue, May 19	6:30 pm to 7:45 pm	Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin (in person)
Wed, May 20	8:00 pm	*Free!* How to Win!, featuring Dr. Arthur Benjamin (in person)
Fri, May 22	4:30 pm	Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series (online)
Wed, May 27	2:00 pm	Senior Sessions: “Hands and Minds" (online)
Fri, May 29	4:30 pm	Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series (online)
Sat, May 30	11:00 am	*Free!* Monthly Mindbenders with Peter Winkler (online)
Jul 18-21, 2026		MATRIX x IMAGINARY 2026 joint conference, hosted by the National Museum of Mathematics (in person)
Aug 8-10, 2027		MOVES 2027: “Playing with Precision” (in person)
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CONFERENCES

MATRIX x IMAGINARY 2026
Saturday, July 18 through Tuesday, July 21, 2026 (in person)
If you work with a math museum or want to create one; if you design, create, or operate math exhibits; or if you are involved or want to be involved in math outreach or creative math programming, then this is the conference for you! Join us in New York City for an incredible experience sharing, networking, and learning at the sixth biennial MATRIX (and fourth joint MATRIX x IMAGINARY conference), to take place in July 2026 (July 18 to July 21), just ahead of the ICM conference. MoMath will host the conference in its brand new, 36,000 sq. ft. home at 635 Sixth Avenue, bringing together exhibit designers, museum founders, and math outreach innovators from around the globe. Learn more and register at momath.org/matrix.

MOVES 2027: “Playing with Precision”
Sunday, August 8 through Tuesday, August 10, 2027 (in person)
Join MoMath in New York City for its eighth biennial conference on the Mathematics of Various Entertaining Subjects. The MOVES Conference will feature dozens of talks on current research in recreational mathematics, as well as a wide variety of family-accessible mathematical activities and events. MOVES 2025 welcomed 131 participants from 22 U.S. states plus eight countries spanning four continents! Learn more at momath.org/moves-conference.

UPCOMING EVENTS

For a complete listing of upcoming events and programs at MoMath, please visit momath.org/calendar.

Free! Focus! with Jez Swanson
Friday, March 27, from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm ET (online)
MoMath is open in its spectacular new home at 635 Sixth Avenue, featuring more than two dozen original new exhibits. Each month, one new exhibit will be highlighted as MoMath shares its story — from conception to design to fabrication. Hear the back stories from the creators and builders of the exhibits, and discover the fascinating mathematics behind the magic. Jez Swanson is a software engineer for Google and in his spare time creates interactive art and games using computer code. His article An Interactive Introduction to Fourier Transforms contains beautiful hands-on visuals showcasing how the Fourier Transform and epicycles reconstruct curves, and was the primary inspiration for Fourier Figures. Learn more at momath.org/focus.

Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series
Friday, March 27, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there's math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.

Free! Family Fridays: "Beating the Odds: Games, chance, and clever thinking" with Pam Brett
Friday, March 27, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm ET (in person)
Can you predict what will happen next? Can you spot a pattern, or make a smarter choice? Join Pam Brett and a team of interactive math guides for a hands-on exploration of chance, patterns, and probability through playful games and surprises. Try quick challenges, test your instincts, and see how numbers can help you make sense of randomness. Along the way, you’ll discover how mathematicians think about uncertainty, why some outcomes are more likely than others, and how simple ideas can help us make better decisions every day. No experience needed, just curiosity and a sense of fun! Thanks to the generous support of Two Sigma, this program is free to attendees. Register at momath.org/family-fridays.

Free with general admission! Equilibrium, an afternoon of games for adults at MoMath
Saturday, March 28, from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (in person)
Join MoMath for a fun-filled afternoon of mathematically-rich games! Make new friends and reconnect with old ones as you enjoy the atmosphere of the nation's premier math museum. This event is a great way to learn more about the Unit Circle, MoMath’s newest young patrons group, dedicated to members of a dynamic group of math enthusiasts in their twenties and thirties. It’s also a perfect chance to meet the Unit Vectors (the leaders of the Unit Circle) and connect with other Unit Circle members. Register at momath.org/equilibrium.

Free with general admission! Eggsquisite Symmetry Workshop at MoMath featuring artist Ildikó Fekete
Sunday, March 29, workshops at 10:30 am, 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm (in person)
Join Hungarian artist Ildikó Fekete for a 90-minute, hands-on workshop on Eastern European egg decoration, presented in partnership with the Tulipán Foundation. This 1,500-year-old tradition uses mathematical symmetry to create intricate, meaningful patterns. Using the traditional wax-resist technique (tojásírás), participants will apply designs in wax, reveal them through layered dyes, and create their own decorated egg to take home. Workshops are FREE with museum admission, and all materials are provided. Suitable for ages 3 and up (young children may need assistance). Each session offers the same content. Special thanks to the Tulipán Foundation for making these workshops possible. Register at momath.org/eggs.

Free with general admission! Eggsquisite Symmetry Workshop at MoMath featuring artist Ildikó Fekete
Monday, March 30, workshops at 10:30 am, 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm (in person)
Join Hungarian artist Ildikó Fekete for a 90-minute, hands-on workshop on Eastern European egg decoration, presented in partnership with the Tulipán Foundation. This 1,500-year-old tradition uses mathematical symmetry to create intricate, meaningful patterns. Using the traditional wax-resist technique (tojásírás), participants will apply designs in wax, reveal them through layered dyes, and create their own decorated egg to take home. Workshops are FREE with museum admission, and all materials are provided. Suitable for ages 3 and up (young children may need assistance). Each session offers the same content. Special thanks to the Tulipán Foundation for making these workshops possible. Register at momath.org/eggs.

Free! Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Monday, March 30, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Ever wanted to ask a mathematician something, maybe about a curious new idea you have, or a concept you'd like to understand better? Don't know whom to ask? Here's your chance! Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath's 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for this one-hour, interactive session. Come with your own questions, or just join to listen in. All are welcome, and no question is too basic (although plenty may be too hard!) Register at momath.org/ask-anything.

Free with general admission! Eggsquisite Symmetry Workshop at MoMath featuring artist Ildikó Fekete
Tuesday, March 31, workshops at 10:30 am, 1:00 pm, and 3:00 pm (in person)
Join Hungarian artist Ildikó Fekete for a 90-minute, hands-on workshop on Eastern European egg decoration, presented in partnership with the Tulipán Foundation. This 1,500-year-old tradition uses mathematical symmetry to create intricate, meaningful patterns. Using the traditional wax-resist technique (tojásírás), participants will apply designs in wax, reveal them through layered dyes, and create their own decorated egg to take home. Workshops are FREE with museum admission, and all materials are provided. Suitable for ages 3 and up (young children may need assistance). Each session offers the same content. Special thanks to the Tulipán Foundation for making these workshops possible. Register at momath.org/eggs.

Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children's series (K–3)
Tuesday, March 31, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don't miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.

Senior Sessions: “Play like a Mathematician: Hex“
Thursday, April 2, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
An engaging, abstract strategy game, Hex was invented by mathematician and poet Piet Hein in 1942, rediscovered in 1948 by the mathematician John Nash, and popularized by Martin Gardner in 1957. The game is often played on Hex boards, but it can also be played on a floor that has hexagonal tiles! Join us for an online version and discover a winning strategy for this fun and challenging game. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.

Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series
Friday, April 3, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there's math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.

Free! Monthly Mindbenders with Peter Winkler
Saturday, April 4, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm ET (online)
Challenge your mind with monthly puzzles submitted by Peter Winkler and shared on YouTube by Grant Sanderson (3Blue1Brown). Each month, Peter will also host a short Zoom session to explore the solutions together. Get together with friends to discuss, debate, and solve — then send a fun photo of your puzzle party. MoMath will post photos online and one lucky group each month will be selected to receive a special gift from MoMath. Register at momath.org/mindbenders.

Free! Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Monday, April 6, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Ever wanted to ask a mathematician something, maybe about a curious new idea you have, or a concept you'd like to understand better? Don't know whom to ask? Here's your chance! Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath's 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for this one-hour, interactive session. Come with your own questions, or just join to listen in. All are welcome, and no question is too basic (although plenty may be too hard!) Register at momath.org/ask-anything.

Senior Sessions: “Number Puzzles”
Tuesday, April 7, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
Using paper, pencil, and basic arithmetic, have fun while solving number puzzles and discovering how elegant solutions often hide in unexpected places. No advanced math required — just curiosity and a willingness to experiment! Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.

Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Tuesday, April 7, from 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm ET (in person)
Backgammon is a game of chance and strategy — and the mathematics behind it is surprisingly rich. In this engaging minicourse, MoMath Visiting Professor for Outreach Dr. Arthur Benjamin — one of only 15 backgammon grandmasters in the USA — explores how probability, risk, and expected value shape expert play. Through real game situations, you’ll sharpen your thinking about doubling, racing, and key strategic decisions, while gaining a deeper appreciation for the math that drives strong play. Recommended for participants who already understand the rules of backgammon. Register at momath.org/backgammon.

Free! Volumes: a discussion of An Interactive Introduction to Knot Theory with author Allison Henrich; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Thursday, April 9, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Join host Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath’s 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for an engaging book club discussion of An Interactive Introduction to Knot Theory with author Allison Henrich. This well-written and engaging volume, intended for undergraduates, introduces knot theory, an area of growing interest in contemporary mathematics. The hands-on approach features many exercises to be completed by readers. Prerequisites are only a basic familiarity with linear algebra and a willingness to explore the subject in a hands-on manner. Register at momath.org/volumes.

Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series
Friday, April 10, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there's math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.

Free! Family Fridays: "Kepler’s Cube" with Paula Krieg
Friday, April 10, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm ET (in person)
At first glance, it seems impossible: how could a tetrahedron ever fit neatly inside a cube? In this engaging program, renowned paper artist and MoMath fan favorite Paula Krieg will guide participants through a remarkable geometric construction in which diagonals line up just right, revealing a beautiful and unexpected relationship between solids. This hands-on activity invites families to build, explore, and rethink how three-dimensional forms can connect. Participants looking for an additional challenge can continue on to create an elegant outer enclosure, adding another layer of geometric surprise. Thanks to the generous support of Two Sigma, this program is free to attendees. Register at momath.org/family-fridays.

Free! MoMath’s Open Set song contest!
Saturday, April 11, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm ET (in person)
We asked creative math lovers around the world to send us their best original works of mathematical songs and performance. Now, you can hear the winners during a special night of live performance of selected submissions. Settle in for an evening of clever words, fun tunes, and whatever else these brilliant creators have in store. Register at momath.org/openset.

Free! Tween Primes: a discussion of The Magic of Math with author and host Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Sunday, April 12, from 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm ET (in person + drop-off)
Are you a budding mathematician between the ages of 10 and 17 who loves reading? Would you like to make new friends your age who share your passion for mathematics and literature? Join author and host MoMath’s 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach Dr. Arthur Benjamin for a book club discussion of The Magic of Math: Solving for x and Figuring Out Why. The Magic of Math is the math book you wish you had in school. Using a delightful assortment of examples — from ice-cream scoops and poker hands to measuring mountains and making magic squares — this book revels in key mathematical fields including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and calculus, plus Fibonacci numbers, infinity, and, of course, mathematical magic tricks. Known throughout the world as the "mathemagician," Dr. Arthur Benjamin mixes mathematics and magic to make the subject fun, attractive, and easy to understand for math fan and math-phobic alike. Register at momath.org/tween-primes.

Unlimited, MoMath's mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school; featuring MOST Fellow Oleksandra Lymar
Sunday, April 12, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm ET (in person + drop-off)
Middle and high school students, come indulge in an evening of mathematical (and parent-free!) fun at MoMath's mix-n-mingle program. The evening starts promptly with a special program featuring MOST Fellow Oleksandra Lymar. Then, explore dynamic exhibits and enjoy fun, hands-on mathematical activities designed with you in mind; vibe with a peer group that thinks math is cool; and don't miss the chance to boogie down on New York City's only interactive, light-up Voronoi dance floor. Plus, enjoy boundless cookies and hot cocoa! This program is made possible in part by the generous support of Peter Bloom, in memory of his mother, Naomi Bloom. Register at momath.org/unlimited.

Free! Meet a Mathematician: Ken Ono, hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Monday, April 13, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Did you ever wonder what a mathematician does all day? Or what made someone decide to become a mathematician? Or even, what a mathematician does for fun? You may be surprised by some of the answers! Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath’s 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, as he welcomes Ken Ono to the MoMath stage to share his experiences, his story, and his love of mathematics. Ken Ono is a number theorist, math communicator, and Founding Mathematician at Axiom, where he is helping build AI systems for mathematical reasoning and discovery. He earned his Ph.D. from UCLA and his B.A. from the University of Chicago, and has received numerous honors for his research, including Guggenheim, Sloan, and Packard fellowships and a Presidential Early Career Award. Beyond academia, Ono served as an associate producer and mathematical consultant for The Man Who Knew Infinity, and has also applied mathematics and data analysis to training elite and Olympic swimmers. Register at momath.org/meetmath.

Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children's series (K–3)
Tuesday, April 14, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don't miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.

Free! Math Encounters: "From Volcanoes to Robots: The Hidden Geometric Pattern Shaping our World" featuring Noah Giansiracusa
Tuesday, April 14, at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (in person)
On the northern coast of Ireland, nearly perfect pentagons and hexagons rise up from the sea in stone columns. The shapes in this remarkable natural formation, called the Giant's Causeway, have had a remarkable impact through history. In the 18th century, these forms helped geologists discover our planet's volcanic origins. In the 19th century, the same geometric pattern helped Darwin shore up a gap in his theory of evolution and also helped end a cholera outbreak. In the 20th century, this same pattern helped telecom engineers design efficient cell phone networks. And today, the pattern helps autonomous robots navigate through the world. How can one pattern connect volcanoes, viruses, evolution, and robots? Join mathematician Noah Giansiracusa as we explore the surprising mathematics behind it all. Math Encounters is MoMath’s popular free public presentation series celebrating the spectacular world of mathematics. This program is funded by Simons Foundation International and administered by the Simons Foundation’s Science, Society & Culture division. Register at momath.org/math-encounters.

Senior Sessions: “Math in Art: Friezes”
Wednesday, April 15, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
Continuing in our Math in Art series is an introduction to mathematical symmetry and the seven patterns of friezes. Known for their decorative purposes and often enriched with carvings, these architectural elements have been known and used since antiquity. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.

Free! Special Documentary Screening: Hunting Yellow Pigs
Wednesday, April 15, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm ET (in person)
Hunting Yellow Pigs is a warm, behind-the-scenes portrait of the Hampshire College Summer Studies in Mathematics, a renowned program that invites high school students to experience math as a creative, joyful, and communal pursuit. Directed by Jon Roberts, the film centers on the program’s founder, David Kelly, and the playful traditions — including Yellow Pig Day — that capture how mathematicians think, discover, and delight in ideas. Register at momath.org/yellow-pigs.

Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series
Friday, April 17, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there's math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.

Free! Starring Math, featuring Mathematically Bent Theater written and directed by Colin Adams, featuring special guest performers Jennifer Beineke, Joshua Cohen, Thomas Kindred, and Jenna Zomback; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Monday, April 20, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Join host Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath's 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for an evening featuring Mathematically Bent Theater, written and directed by Colin Adams. Dr. Benjamin is thrilled to welcome special guest performers Jennifer Beineke, Joshua Cohen, Thomas Kindred, and Jenna Zomback. No advance viewing is necessary for this special Starring Math session. Register at momath.org/starring-math.

Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children's series (K–3)
Tuesday, April 21, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don't miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.

Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Tuesday, April 21, from 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm ET (in person)
Backgammon is a game of chance and strategy — and the mathematics behind it is surprisingly rich. In this engaging minicourse, MoMath Visiting Professor for Outreach Dr. Arthur Benjamin — one of only 15 backgammon grandmasters in the USA — explores how probability, risk, and expected value shape expert play. Through real game situations, you’ll sharpen your thinking about doubling, racing, and key strategic decisions, while gaining a deeper appreciation for the math that drives strong play. Recommended for participants who already understand the rules of backgammon. Register at momath.org/backgammon.

Free! Math Gym, a workout for your brain
Wednesday, April 22, at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (online)
Students, spend an hour independently working on engaging and beautiful math problems. Choose whichever challenges you like and explore them with the guidance and mentorship of an expert mathematician. If you love to experience the incredible joy of mathematical discovery, you won't want to miss this enjoyable monthly program. Free to register; spots are limited. Register at momath.org/math-gym.

Senior Sessions: “Chessboards and Dominoes”
Thursday, April 23, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
What shapes can you fit together to cover a chessboard? Dominoes? Trominoes? Learn about mathematical proofs while exploring patterns of odd and even numbers and experimenting with real dominoes and chessboards. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.

Free! Free Play — free general admission to MoMath — with extended Museum hours!
Thursday, April 23, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm ET (in person)
During Free Play, general admission to MoMath (635 Sixth Avenue) will be completely free! Come enjoy all your favorite exhibits — and if you have friends who have never been to the Museum, there’s no better time to bring them along. Please note that free admission is available on a first-come, first-served basis; MoMath will limit entry once capacity is reached. An early arrival is strongly encouraged for this popular event. Register at momath.org/free-play.

Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series
Friday, April 24, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there's math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.

Free! Monthly Mindbenders with Peter Winkler
Saturday, April 25, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm ET (online)
Challenge your mind with monthly puzzles submitted by Peter Winkler and shared on YouTube by Grant Sanderson (3Blue1Brown). Each month, Peter will also host a short Zoom session to explore the solutions together. Get together with friends to discuss, debate, and solve — then send a fun photo of your puzzle party. MoMath will post photos online and one lucky group each month will be selected to receive a special gift from MoMath. Learn more at momath.org/mindbenders.

Krazy Kahoot, MoMath's family quiz show
Saturday, April 25, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm ET (online)
Join MoMath's favorite math quizmaster, Steve Sherman, for a fun-filled family game bursting with a wide range of entertaining questions for all ages. Is your family up for this lively challenge?! Recommended for ages 10 to 110. Register at momath.org/krazy.

Unlimited, MoMath's mix-n-mingle program for students in middle and high school; featuring MOST Fellow Uchenna Okorie
Saturday, April 25, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm ET (in person + drop-off)
Middle and high school students, come indulge in an evening of mathematical (and parent-free!) fun at MoMath's mix-n-mingle program. The evening starts promptly with a special program featuring MOST Fellow Uchenna Okorie. Then, explore dynamic exhibits and enjoy fun, hands-on mathematical activities designed with you in mind; vibe with a peer group that thinks math is cool; and don't miss the chance to boogie down on New York City's only interactive, light-up Voronoi dance floor. Plus, enjoy boundless cookies and hot cocoa! This program is made possible in part by the generous support of Peter Bloom, in memory of his mother, Naomi Bloom. Register at momath.org/unlimited.

Free! Free Play — a morning of free general admission to MoMath!
Sunday, April 26, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm ET (in person)
During Free Play, general admission to MoMath (635 Sixth Avenue) will be completely free! Come enjoy all your favorite exhibits — and if you have friends who have never been to the Museum, there’s no better time to bring them along. Please note that free admission is available on a first-come, first-served basis; MoMath will limit entry once capacity is reached. An early arrival is strongly encouraged for this popular event. Register at momath.org/free-play.

Free! QED, a conversation about math and math education with special guest Patrick Vennebush; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Monday, April 27, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath’s 2025-2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, as he welcomes Patrick Vennebush to the MoMath stage for an engaging conversation about math and math education. Register at momath.org/qed.

Senior Sessions: “Gallery of Graphs”
Tuesday, April 28, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
Dig into graph theory by exploring the connection between vertices and edges — and the walls of any house. Discover a method to determine whether a ghost can haunt a castle or if a figure can be drawn without lifting the pen. Explore how these two problems are related and learn what they have to do with bridges in 18th-century Prussia, all while enjoying a unique and accessible introduction to this sophisticated branch of mathematics. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.

Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children's series (K–3)
Tuesday, April 28, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don't miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.

Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Tuesday, April 28, from 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm ET (in person)
Backgammon is a game of chance and strategy — and the mathematics behind it is surprisingly rich. In this engaging minicourse, MoMath Visiting Professor for Outreach Dr. Arthur Benjamin — one of only 15 backgammon grandmasters in the USA — explores how probability, risk, and expected value shape expert play. Through real game situations, you’ll sharpen your thinking about doubling, racing, and key strategic decisions, while gaining a deeper appreciation for the math that drives strong play. Recommended for participants who already understand the rules of backgammon. Register at momath.org/backgammon.

Equilibrium, game night for adults at MoMath
Thursday, April 30, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm ET (in person)
Join MoMath for a fun-filled adults-only evening of mathematically-rich games! Make new friends and reconnect with old ones as you enjoy the unique evening atmosphere of the nation's premier math museum. Register at momath.org/game-night.

Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series
Friday, May 1, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there's math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.

Free! Tween Primes: a discussion of "Pascal's Triangle: A Study in Combinations" by Jason VanBilliard; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Sunday, May 3, from 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm ET (in person + drop-off)
Are you a budding mathematician between the ages of 10 and 17 who loves reading? Would you like to make new friends your age who share your passion for mathematics and literature? Join host and MoMath’s 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach Dr. Arthur Benjamin for a book club discussion of Pascal’s Triangle: A Study in Combinations by Jason VanBilliard. You will enjoy this book if you are mathematically curious and have a reasonably sound high school mathematics background. There is no calculus or other higher mathematics needed to study the contents of this book. The challenge of this excursion is that it involves a way of thinking that is unfamiliar to many: combinatorial argument. Consequently, by reading this book you will learn something new about the broader world of mathematics. This book first introduces the reader to many interesting patterns in Pascal’s Triangle. These patterns serve as the gateway to thinking in terms of combinations. This short trek is a pleasant and rewarding journey for the mind. Register at momath.org/tween-primes.

Free! Starring Math, featuring Math and Musical Theater with Barry Joseph; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Monday, May 4, from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm ET (online)
Join host Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath’s 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for an evening featuring Math and Musical Theater with Barry Joseph (author of Matching Wits with Sondheim: The Puzzles and Games of the Broadway Legend). Register at momath.org/starring-math.

Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children's series (K–3)
Tuesday, May 5, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don't miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.

Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Tuesday, May 5, from 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm ET (in person)
Backgammon is a game of chance and strategy — and the mathematics behind it is surprisingly rich. In this engaging minicourse, MoMath Visiting Professor for Outreach Dr. Arthur Benjamin — one of only 15 backgammon grandmasters in the USA — explores how probability, risk, and expected value shape expert play. Through real game situations, you’ll sharpen your thinking about doubling, racing, and key strategic decisions, while gaining a deeper appreciation for the math that drives strong play. Recommended for participants who already understand the rules of backgammon. Register at momath.org/backgammon.

Senior Sessions: “Skipping Towards Infinity”
Wednesday, May 6, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
Is it possible to add infinitely many things and end up with a single finite number? Sometimes, but the arithmetic of infinity obeys its own strange rules. Achilles and the Tortoise never quite mastered them! Explore this classic paradox and other surprising results that arise when considering the mathematics of infinity. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.

Free! Math Encounters featuring Wes Pegden
Wednesday, May 6, at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm ET (in person)
Math Encounters is MoMath’s popular free public presentation series celebrating the spectacular world of mathematics. This program is funded by Simons Foundation International and administered by the Simons Foundation’s Science, Society & Culture division. Register at momath.org/math-encounters.

Free! Volumes: a discussion of The Mathematics of Origami with author Joseph O’Rourke; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Thursday, May 7, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Join host Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath’s 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for an engaging book club discussion of The Mathematics of Origami with author Joseph O'Rourke. When you see a paper crane, what do you think of? A symbol of hope, a delicate craft, The Karate Kid? What you might not see, but is ever present, is the fascinating mathematics underlying it. Origami is increasingly applied to engineering problems, including origami-based stents, deployment of solar arrays in space, architecture, and even furniture design. The topic is actively developing, with recent discoveries at the frontier (e.g., in rigid origami and in curved-crease origami) and an infusion of techniques and algorithms from theoretical computer science. The mathematics is often advanced, but this book instead relies on geometric intuition, making it accessible to readers with only a high school geometry and trigonometry background. Through careful exposition, more than 160 color figures, and 49 exercises all completely solved in an Appendix, the beautiful mathematics leading to stunning origami designs can be appreciated by students, teachers, engineers, and artists alike. Register at momath.org/volumes.

Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series
Friday, May 8, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there's math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.

Free! QED, a conversation about math and math education with special guest Sam Vandervelde; hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Monday, May 11, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath’s 2025-2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, as he welcomes Sam Vandervelde to the MoMath stage for an engaging conversation about math and math education. Register at momath.org/qed.

Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children's series (K–3)
Tuesday, May 12, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don't miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.

Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Tuesday, May 12, from 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm ET (in person)
Backgammon is a game of chance and strategy — and the mathematics behind it is surprisingly rich. In this engaging minicourse, MoMath Visiting Professor for Outreach Dr. Arthur Benjamin — one of only 15 backgammon grandmasters in the USA — explores how probability, risk, and expected value shape expert play. Through real game situations, you’ll sharpen your thinking about doubling, racing, and key strategic decisions, while gaining a deeper appreciation for the math that drives strong play. Recommended for participants who already understand the rules of backgammon. Register at momath.org/backgammon.

Free! Ask a Mathematician — Anything! featuring Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Wednesday, May 13, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Ever wanted to ask a mathematician something, maybe about a curious new idea you have, or a concept you'd like to understand better? Don't know whom to ask? Here's your chance! Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath's 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, for this one-hour, interactive session. Come with your own questions, or just join to listen in. All are welcome, and no question is too basic (although plenty may be too hard!) Register at momath.org/ask-anything.

Senior Sessions: “Math in Art: Tessellations”
Thursday, May 14, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
Discover the wonderful world of tessellations! Explore how geometric shapes can completely cover a plane with no gaps or overlaps and discover where tessellations appear: in nature, in ancient Roman mosaics, in Islamic art and architecture, in quilting patterns, and in the works of modern artists such as M.C. Escher. Join us to build your own tessellations with regular polygons in this Math in Art series. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.

Equilibrium, game night for adults at MoMath
Thursday, May 14, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm ET (in person)
Join MoMath for a fun-filled adults-only evening of mathematically-rich games! Make new friends and reconnect with old ones as you enjoy the unique evening atmosphere of the nation's premier math museum. Register at momath.org/game-night.

Free! Focus! with Manjul Bhargava
Friday, May 15, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm ET (online)
MoMath is open in its spectacular new home at 635 Sixth Avenue, featuring more than two dozen original new exhibits. Each month, one new exhibit will be highlighted as MoMath shares its story — from conception to design to fabrication. Hear the back stories from the creators and builders of the exhibits, and discover the fascinating mathematics behind the magic. Learn more at momath.org/focus.

Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series
Friday, May 15, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there's math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.

Free! Meet a Mathematician: Peter Winkler, hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Monday, May 18, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET (online)
Did you ever wonder what a mathematician does all day? Or what made someone decide to become a mathematician? Or even, what a mathematician does for fun? You may be surprised by some of the answers! Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath’s 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, as he welcomes Peter Winkler to the MoMath stage to share his experiences, his story, and his love of mathematics. Register at momath.org/meetmath.

Senior Sessions: “Drawing the Line: The Math Behind Gerrymandering”
Tuesday, May 19, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
In this interactive session, you will step into the role of a legislator and discover how gerrymandering — the manipulation of district boundaries — can determine the outcome of an election before a single vote is cast. Explore the tactics of “packing,” “cracking,” the meaning of “wasted votes,” and their impact on the fairness of our elections. Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.

Loving Math — stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children's series (K–3)
Tuesday, May 19, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET (online)
Fall in love with math in a laughter-filled series led by master storyteller Steve Sherman! Join MoMath and Steve for Loving Math, a weekly series of wild and wacky sessions designed to help kindergarteners through third graders become passionate about mathematics. If your child loves stories, games, and laughter, don't miss this wild and wacky event! Register at momath.org/loving.

Backgammon and Mathematics, a minicourse hosted by Visiting Professor Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Tuesday, May 19, from 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm ET (in person)
Backgammon is a game of chance and strategy — and the mathematics behind it is surprisingly rich. In this engaging minicourse, MoMath Visiting Professor for Outreach Dr. Arthur Benjamin — one of only 15 backgammon grandmasters in the USA — explores how probability, risk, and expected value shape expert play. Through real game situations, you’ll sharpen your thinking about doubling, racing, and key strategic decisions, while gaining a deeper appreciation for the math that drives strong play. Recommended for participants who already understand the rules of backgammon. Register at momath.org/backgammon.

Free! How to Win!, featuring Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Wednesday, May 20, from 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm ET (in person)
What does it take to win? Dr. Arthur Benjamin will uncover the mathematics behind games of chance and games of skill, showing how probability, strategy, and optimal wagering can dramatically tilt the odds in your favor. Featuring startling paradoxes, surprising twists, and games that you almost always win if you know the mathematical secret, this talk promises an eye-opening journey into the hidden logic of winning. Register at momath.org/win.

Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series
Friday, May 22, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there's math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.

Senior Sessions: “Hands and Minds”
Wednesday, May 27, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET (online)
Through two entertaining and intriguing mathematical puzzles, learn about knot theory, recursive algorithms, and proofs of induction. Have fun while challenging not only your mind but also your hands! Register at momath.org/senior-sessions.

Folding Fridays, MoMath's weekly origami series
Friday, May 29, from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm ET (online)
Tap into your creative mathematical side by learning to fold a unique origami model each week! Every session will be different, and each can stand alone. Explore the wonders of paper folding — there's math in every fold! Register at momath.org/folding-fridays.

Free! Monthly Mindbenders with Peter Winkler
Saturday, May 30, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm ET (online)
Challenge your mind with monthly puzzles submitted by Peter Winkler and shared on YouTube by Grant Sanderson (3Blue1Brown). Each month, Peter will also host a short Zoom session to explore the solutions together. Get together with friends to discuss, debate, and solve — then send a fun photo of your puzzle party. MoMath will post photos online and one lucky group each month will be selected to receive a special gift from MoMath. Learn more at momath.org/mindbenders.

SCHOOL YEAR PROGRAMS

MoMath field trips, in-school workshops, and other educational opportunities
Bring your students to MoMath for a peek into the exciting world of mathematics and see why students and teachers of all ages love the Museum. Or, let MoMath come to you and choose from a range of on-campus options, including MoMath educator-led workshops and MoMath's MM2GO traveling exhibits. Learn more and book your experience at fieldtrips.momath.org.

Title I schools are eligible for free programs and field trips
MoMath's free outreach programs for Title I schools include in-person and online field trips to the Museum, workshops presented by experienced MoMath educators in your classroom, and visits to your school by Math Midway 2 Go (MM2GO), MoMath's traveling suite of mathematical exhibits. Support for these programs is now available, thanks to contributions from individuals and organizations including: Judith Gibbons and Francesco Scattone, The Scripps Family Fund for Education and the Arts, Two Sigma, the ADP Foundation, and New York City Council Members Harvey Epstein (Council District 2), Erik Bottcher (Council District 3), and Mercedes Narcisse (Council District 46). These programs are supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. To apply for one of these free programs, visit titleone.momath.org. Interested in sponsoring one of them? Email donation@momath.org.

Expansions, MoMath's gifted program to engage and challenge NYC's brightest math students (grades 1–12)
Reinvent math class with Expansions, MoMath's after-school gifted program. Expansions sessions are designed and delivered by MoMath's education team to illuminate the wonders of mathematics, challenge and inspire students, and broaden mathematical horizons. With topics ranging from fractals to cellular automata, Expansions sessions provide an opportunity for participants to learn advanced and fascinating topics not included in the standard K–12 curriculum. Plus, students can benefit from enjoying math together in small groups of talented and focused young scholars. MoMath offers rolling admissions as limited spots become available. Learn more at momath.org/expansions.

FOR THE DEDICATED MATH FANS

Retail Pick-of-the-Month: Everyday Genius: Hacks to Boost Your Memory, Focus, Problem-Solving, and Much More by Nelson Dellis
What if genius isn't something you're born with ― it's something you build? Everyday Genius, by six-time USA Memory Champion Nelson Dellis, upgrades your everyday life through practical skills, whether it's memorizing names at a new job, doing lightning-fast mental math when it counts, honing decisive intuition, and beyond.

Organizing a team outing or class playdate? Make it fun and mathematical — come out to MoMath!
Large groups of 25 or more individuals receive discounted admission rates; visit momath.org/groupsales for details and pricing. Advance purchase and a reservation are required for all large groups.

Discover the math all around you — right in MoMath’s neighborhood, and your own!
MoMath has teamed up with talkSTEM to create a series of short videos filmed in and around Madison Square Park. Find out whether the iconic Flatiron Building is really a right triangle, uncover the secrets of pi in everyday objects, decode dog park walking patterns, and investigate the mathematical marvels of tree branches. Parents and teachers, you might like to share these walks with your family or students — they're a fun and engaging way to bring math to life, both inside and outside the classroom. Watch the series here and get inspired to create your own. Learn more at: talkstem.org/walkstem.

Transformations 2026, the summer program at MoMath (for rising 1st through 9th graders)
Rising first through ninth graders will experience the richness of mathematics with America’s premier museum dedicated to math. Whether your child is already passionate about mathematics or just starting to explore its wonders, Transformations, the summer camp at MoMath, will expose your camper to cool areas of mathematics not covered in school and stoke the flames for a lifelong appreciation of math. Through interactive education sessions, creative projects, and supervised independent activities, math will come alive for each and every participant. Transformations offers a mixed-ages, small-group approach: the Epsilons level for rising first through third graders focuses on helping students cultivate a love for mathematics; the Deltas level for rising fourth through sixth graders allows campers to fully explore their mathematical interests; and the Gammas level for rising seventh through ninth graders provides a deep dive into advanced mathematical knowledge and skills. Learn more and register at summercamp.momath.org.

Integrators, MoMath's high school volunteer program (in person)
MoMath accepts a limited number of high school students for ongoing volunteer roles during summer vacation and/or the academic year. The Integrators program offers a unique chance to improve interpersonal and communication skills, explore mathematical concepts, and learn valuable job skills. MoMath Integrators interact with visitors (on the Museum floor or online) and train with professional educators, interpreters, and managers. Students who participate during summer vacation commit five days per week, while school-year participants commit approximately one day per week, typically a Saturday or Sunday, from September through June. Learn more at integrators.momath.org.

ROOT (Real Operational Outreach Training) Program (in person) Accepting applications through May 7
Are you an undergraduate math major (or STEM major) looking to spend a fun summer in New York City while honing your communication and outreach skills and gaining workplace experience? As a MoMath ROOT participant, you’ll join a dynamic group of other emerging young STEM professionals working to change public perceptions of mathematics at the nation’s premier museum of mathematics. To learn more and apply, visit root.momath.org.

The Rosenthal Prize for Innovation and Inspiration in Math Teaching
Designed to recognize and promote hands-on math teaching in upper elementary and middle school classrooms, the Rosenthal Prize carries a cash award of $25,000 for the single best activity, plus up to five additional monetary awards for other innovative activities. The winning teacher(s) will have the opportunity to share their activities with educators around the world. To learn more, visit rosenthalprize.momath.org.

The Rosenthal Prize Summer Institute (in person)
Are you an educator who believes that curiosity, inquiry, and experiment are essential parts of learning mathematics? Are you interested in teaching engaging, hands-on lessons that leave middle grade students excited and interested in learning more mathematics? Are you committed to deepening your understanding and use of innovations in mathematics, instructional practices, and mathematics outreach? To learn more, visit rosenthalinstitute.momath.org.

2026 Steven H. Strogatz Prize for Math Communication — awarded to students 15 to 18 years old
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 to students (15 to 18 years old) for compelling math communication projects, and award-winning projects will be posted online. To learn more and apply, visit strogatzprize.momath.org.

Mathematics Outreach Seminar and Training (MOST) Program (in person)
Are you a woman (or someone who identifies as female) starting a career in math or a closely allied field, or an advanced PhD student in math or a closely allied field, who is eager to share your passion for mathematics with others? Spend three days at the nation’s premier Museum of Math and leave with the ability to confidently communicate about mathematics to the general public. Learn more at most.momath.org.

MoMath Centroid Fellowship (in person)
A limited number of recent college graduates from around the country will be accepted for this highly selective, paid, year-long opportunity to work in museum administration at the National Museum of Mathematics. Learn more at centroid.momath.org.

MoMath Functions Facilitator Fellowship (in person)
The National Museum of Mathematics is pleased to announce the MoMath Functions Facilitator Fellowship program. A limited number of May 2026 graduates from around the country will be accepted for this highly selective, paid, year-long opportunity to work in museum administration at the National Museum of Mathematics. Learn more at functions.momath.org.

MoMath Exponent Fellowship (in person)
Are you — or do you know — a graduating math major? The Exponent Fellowship brings enthusiastic new graduates to the National Museum of Mathematics for a year of outreach, service, and growth. Learn more at exponents.momath.org.

Host your birthday party at MoMath
Looking to host a one-of-a-kind birthday party full of fabulous mathematical fun? Invite your guests to MoMath for unique party activities and games, plus a chance to explore engaging exhibits! From captivating constructions to scintillating scavenger hunts, enjoy exceptional experiences for birthday celebrants of all ages. Can your hands race as fast as your minds? With your choice of customized activities, parties can be personalized for all ages of birthday celebrants — from children to adults, from simple to complicated. Not in New York? Check out MoMath's origami birthday parties, available exclusively online — you and your guests can learn the wondrous art of paper folding from an origami expert! Birthday honorees of all ages are welcome to celebrate at MoMath. For pricing and details, visit momath.org/birthdays.

Need a gift for the math fan in your life? Give them a MoMath gift card!
Give the gift of math! Purchase a gift card by phone (212-542-0566) or stop by Additions, the shop at MoMath, to pick up your gift card today, good for purchases in the shop or for admission to the Museum.

FREE!

Math on the House mailing list — sign up to be notified when FREE tickets become available
MoMath is pleased to offer Math on the House, a mailing list for valued Museum patrons to receive free, last-minute tickets to select events when spots become available. To subscribe, visit momath.org/mathonthehouse.

Super Sunday Specials mailing list — discover free or discounted tickets each week
MoMath is pleased to introduce Super Sunday Specials, a weekly mailing list for valued Museum patrons, in which all remaining seats for select events will be offered for free or at reduced rates. To subscribe, visit momath.org/super-sunday-specials.

Year of Math
Throughout 2026, MoMath will highlight mathematics as a living, creative practice through a series of monthly experiences designed to invite participation and conversation. To subscribe, visit momath.org/yearofmath.

JOIN THE TEAM

Are you passionate about spreading a love of mathematics? Contact us — we'd love to welcome you to the team! Send the following to jobs@momath.org: a cover letter, your résumé with GPA, and a statement (at least one paragraph long, but no more than a page, please) describing your views on mathematics or an experience you've had related to mathematics.

Positions are available in education, administration, marketing, technology, communications, and more — visit momath.org/jobs for a complete list of MoMath's exciting job and volunteer opportunities.

Featured positions:

Museum Operations Manager
MoMath is seeking a responsible, efficient, and energetic individual to oversee the daily operations and visitor services of the Museum. This is an on-site, regular full-time position based in New York City. It offers a full suite of benefits.

Educator / Senior Educator
MoMath is seeking creative, energetic individuals to join its staff as educators on a part-time or full-time basis. The educator role offers the opportunity for a teacher with strong formal K-12 classroom teaching experience to participate in one of America’s major efforts in mathematical outreach to students, teachers, and the public. This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced math teacher to stay active in education.

Retail Manager
MoMath is seeking an energetic, responsible, experienced individual to manage its retail operations (Additions, the shop at MoMath), comprising both the physical retail space in the Museum and its related e-commerce outlet.

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Become a member
Join as a MoMath member and take advantage of an array of benefits, including: one year of free, unlimited general admission with access to MoMath's dynamic exhibits; free access to MoMath's extensive library of event recordings; a 10% members' discount in Additions, the shop at MoMath; free and discounted registration to select online programs; and exclusive invitations to members-only events. Become a premium member and receive priority seating at monthly Math Encounters presentations, early notices to register for events, special invitations to exclusive MoMath member events, discounts on birthday parties, and more. Membership purchases are tax-deductible in part or in whole, depending on the level of membership. Learn more about membership levels and purchase your annual membership at momath.org/join.

Volunteer at MoMath
Volunteers at MoMath provide invaluable support in a variety of ways throughout the Museum, in both public-facing and internal roles.

Do you love math and would you like to help others enjoy MoMath’s interactive suite of exhibits — and are you willing to devote two four-hour shifts each month? Apply to become a volunteer Integrator in the Museum.
Can you occasionally assist with MoMath events, demonstrations, birthday parties, and other activities at the Museum? Join MoMath's volunteer opportunities mailing list and help out when you can!
Are you a professional who would like to donate your expertise and time to MoMath? MoMath welcomes your support, especially if you are an educator, administrator, videographer, or technologist.

To express interest in volunteering, email volunteer@momath.org with a brief introduction of yourself, including your interests, skills, and background.

Make a Donation
A unique and innovative institution, the National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) strives to enhance public understanding and perception of mathematics as an evolving, creative, and aesthetic human endeavor. MoMath is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization; donations are tax-deductible as allowable by law. Show your support by making a tax-deductible donation today at momath.org/contribute.

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