Although the citywide Key to NYC program has ended, MoMath requires all visitors to wear a mask and those ages five and up to show acceptable proof of full vaccination (two doses) against COVID-19.  (Note: MoMath does not accept digital images or photocopies of vaccination cards.)

Welcome to the National Museum of Mathematics!

MoMath, the National Museum of Mathematics, is an award-winning museum that highlights the role of mathematics in illuminating the patterns and structures all around us.  Its dynamic exhibits, galleries, and programs are designed to stimulate inquiry, spark curiosity, and reveal the wonders of mathematics.  The Museum’s innovative exhibits will engage visitors of every age, from 1 to 100!

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Upcoming Events

  • Open now in Composite, the gallery at MoMath: Traces, revealing the stunning hidden patterns of moving objects (in person)
  • Register now for the 2022 MoMathlon middle school math tournament on June 6! (online)
  • Sign up for Transformations 2022, the summer camp at MoMath (in person)
  • Every Monday through Thursday — PuzzleTime with MoMath and MathPickle: a puzzle series for students through adults (online)
  • May 17 — Loving Math: stories, games, and laughter in a hilariously fun children’s series (for grades K–3) (online)
  • May 17 — Student Sessions: “Ghostly Graphs” (for grades 1–4) (online)
  • May 17 — QED: Pitfalls for Parents (online)
  • May 18 — Free Math Gym, a workout for your brain (online)
  • May 18 — Student Sessions: “Hailstone Numbers” (for grades 3–6) (online)
  • May 18 — Volumes, the MoMath book club: a discussion of The Puzzler: One Man’s Quest to Solve the Most Baffling Puzzles Ever, from Crosswords to Jigsaws to the Meaning of Life by A.J. Jacobs (online)
  • May 19 — Free-to-members Senior Sessions: “Roping Around the World” (online)
  • May 19 — Student Sessions: “Perplexing Partitions” (for grades 2–4) (online)
  • May 19 — Ask a Mathematician — Anything! with Steven Strogatz (online)
  • May 20 — Student Sessions: “Shape Shifters” (for grades pre-K–2) (online)
  • May 20 — Math Discovery: “Graphs of the Rainbow” (for grades 4–8) (in person)
  • May 20 — Folding Fridays: learn to fold unique origami designs (online)
  • May 20 — Free Family Fridays: “Tooti Tooti” with Chaim Goodman-Strauss (in person/online)

Ongoing Educational Programs

MoMath on TV!

MoMath Fans

The Clintons
Bill and Hillary Clinton are fans of MoMath
Jeff Bezos
Jeff Bezos takes a ride on square wheels

Recognition and Awards

The National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) is pleased to have received the following recognition:

Programs

Programs for families

Take a tour with MoMath’s Derivatives tour program, or join one of MoMath’s specially-trained educators in Math Discovery, a hands-on classroom experience to discover the wonder of mathematics.  Don’t miss your chance to see math in a whole new light, only at MoMath.

Expansions

Reinvent math class with Expansions, MoMath’s after-school program for gifted students.  Learn more and apply now for admission to the Spring 2022 semester. 

MathPlay, MoMath’s program for preschoolers

Led by an experienced preschool specialist, MathPlay will engage your children in playful activities to help them develop a strong foundation in math, enriching their day with mathematical inspiration. 

Take a field trip to MoMath!

Registration for the 2021–2022 school year is open.  Click here to learn more and book your field trips and group visits today.

Teachers: bring exciting math exhibits to your school

Visit mm2go.org to learn about Math Midway 2 Go!

Birthday parties and more at MoMath

Host a one-of-a-kind party for your child (or yourself) at MoMath!

Read about CBS News’ Sunday Morning coverage of MoMath

CBS News’ Mo Rocca explores MoMath in this episode of Sunday Morning!