Seattle Universal Math Museum

Seattle Universal Math Museum Seattle Universal Math Museum (SUMM) sparks each and every person to love math.

By transforming abstract concepts into hands-on, playful experiences, SUMM serves as a vibrant hub for exploration and discovery.

Can AI actually discover new mathematics?Most of us have seen AI get simple math problems wrong, but recent advances are...
06/02/2026

Can AI actually discover new mathematics?

Most of us have seen AI get simple math problems wrong, but recent advances are raising a fascinating question: what happens when AI starts helping solve problems that have challenged mathematicians for decades?

In this month's Ask a Mathematician, Nick Rauh explores whether artificial intelligence can produce truly novel mathematical proofs and looks at what "creativity" might mean in the world of mathematics.

Music is more than sound. It’s a world of patterns, perception, and imagination.Join us for the next Math Out Loud as co...
05/29/2026

Music is more than sound. It’s a world of patterns, perception, and imagination.

Join us for the next Math Out Loud as composer Jacqueline Cordes explores the fascinating phenomenon of synesthesia, where sound and color intertwine to create extraordinary sensory experiences. Discover how musical elements like tempo and mode shape “chromesthesia” (seeing sound), and how mathematical ideas like the Fibonacci sequence appear in melody and composition.

Experience the surprising connections between math, music, and the way we perceive the world.

📍 The Museum of Flight
🗓 June 17 | 6:00–7:00 PM (VIP reception to follow)
🎟 Free (suggested donation $25) | VIP experience available

You don’t need a formal "math game" to build strong mathematical thinking! 🎲Whether they are predicting outcomes, managi...
05/27/2026

You don’t need a formal "math game" to build strong mathematical thinking! 🎲Whether they are predicting outcomes, managing resources, or recognizing patterns, kids practice deep math skills every time they play.

We absolutely love playing games at SUMM, and we are leaning into it all summer long! Check out our calendar for some fabulous options—including our super exciting TTRPG (tabletop roleplaying games) summer camp.

Plus, if you haven't seen our stunning Origami exhibit yet, make sure to come visit soon! It will be making way for our brand-new Games and Puzzles exhibit in the near future.

Sandwiches, pizza, and pancakes in one post? Perhaps you can tell we wrote this week's MIRL before lunch!
05/25/2026

Sandwiches, pizza, and pancakes in one post? Perhaps you can tell we wrote this week's MIRL before lunch!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Math Out Loud on Wednesday evening, and a special thank you to Dr. Talithia Will...
05/24/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Math Out Loud on Wednesday evening, and a special thank you to Dr. Talithia Williams for sharing so powerfully about her life, her career, the mentors and experiences that shaped her journey, and the joy and meaning she finds in mathematics.

We’re already planning to revisit her episodes of Nova Wonders to take in even more of her insight, curiosity, and wisdom.

Inspired by this month’s conversation? Register now for next month’s Math Out Loud. We can't wait to see you there!

Looking for something inspiring to do this evening? There’s still time to catch Dr. Talithia Williams for Numbers with a...
05/20/2026

Looking for something inspiring to do this evening? There’s still time to catch Dr. Talithia Williams for Numbers with a Narrative! Whether you're a self-proclaimed math nerd or just plain curious, tonight's talk is all about how storytelling can completely transform data and reshape who we think of when we think of math.

Walk-ins are absolutely welcome!

Where: UW Alder Auditorium
When: Tonight, May 20th from 6:00–7:00 PM (with a VIP reception to follow)
Cost: Free (suggested $25 donation)

Grab a friend, head on over, and come see us at the door. We can't wait to see you there!

In today's Ask a Mathematician, we look at a cute geometric problem. See if you can find your own solution before readi...
05/18/2026

In today's Ask a Mathematician, we look at a cute geometric problem. See if you can find your own solution before reading ours!

📣 Calling all Pokémon Trainers and Origami Masters! 📣Looking for something fun, creative, and hands-on to do today? Join...
05/17/2026

📣 Calling all Pokémon Trainers and Origami Masters! 📣

Looking for something fun, creative, and hands-on to do today? Join us at 4:00 PM for our SUMM Studio - Pokémon Origami session!

Whether you're a Pikachu fan or a Bulbasaur buff, come fold your favorite characters and explore the awesome math behind origami.

🎟️ Tickets are just $10! Bring the whole family down to Kent Station and let's get folding.

👉 Grab your spots here or just drop by: https://seattlemathmuseum.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F35690

Looking for a way to add a little "math magic" to your weekend? Today is Saturday, May 16, and we have some incredible S...
05/16/2026

Looking for a way to add a little "math magic" to your weekend?

Today is Saturday, May 16, and we have some incredible SUMM Studio sessions lined up at the Seattle Universal Math Museum! Whether you’re a puzzle master or a curious creator, there’s something for everyone to dive into.

🗓️ This Weekend’s Lineup:
Today (Saturday, May 16) @ 11:30am: Explore the mind-bending world of Monocular Illusions.

Tomorrow (Sunday, May 17) @ 4:00pm: Catch ‘em all with Pokémon Origami!

💡 Pro-Tip: Save on Your Session!
Planning ahead pays off. Secure your spot early and save some cash:

🎟️ Pre-register online: Only $8 (Save $2!)

🎟️ At the door: $10 Don't miss out on the chance to build, fold, and discover. Grab your friends or family and come get hands-on with math in the most fun way possible!

What if your day could be read like math? Through patterns, measurements, and meaning?Hours slept, steps taken, messages...
05/15/2026

What if your day could be read like math? Through patterns, measurements, and meaning?

Hours slept, steps taken, messages sent, moments that stayed with you. Your life is already full of data, but numbers only matter when we ask what they mean.

At the Seattle Universal Math Museum, we see math as something you live, not just something you study. When data is connected to lived experience, it becomes story, insight, and connection.

What do your numbers say about your life today?

Join us for a special talk with statistician and storyteller Talithia Williams, exploring how storytelling transforms the way we understand math, data, and ourselves.

👉 Register now - buff.ly/J4qxWOE

Address

437 Ramsay Way, Suite 102
Kent, WA
98032

Opening Hours

Friday 6pm - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm
Sunday 11am - 3pm

Telephone

+12065795818

Website

http://www.seattlemathmuseum.org/events

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