MoMath: the National Museum of Mathematics

MoMath: the National Museum of Mathematics The National Museum of Mathematics is devoted to enhancing public understanding and perception of mathematics with hands-on, interactive exhibits and programs.
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Note MoMath closes early (2:30 pm) the first Wednesday of every month. Mathematics illuminates the patterns that abound in our world. The museum’s activities will lead a broad and diverse audience to understand the evolving, creative, human, and aesthetic nature of mathematics. Accomplishments to date include opening North America's only museum devoted to math and its many connections with nature,

art, science, business, music, and everyday life; creating the popular Math Midway exhibition (mathmidway.org), which is currently touring museums throughout the United States; leading math tours in various U.S. cities; the Math Encounters (mathencounters.org) presentation series; delivering programs for students, teachers, and the public to increase appreciation of mathematics; and hosting over 125,000 visitors to date. Like most museums, MoMath cannot survive on admission revenue alone. If you believe in the mission of the National Museum of Mathematics, please support the institution by becoming a member (momath.org/join) or donor (momath.org/contribute). Thanks!

Meet the Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright of Proof!Join MoMath on Friday, June 26, from 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm, for Meet Pu...
06/17/2026

Meet the Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright of Proof!

Join MoMath on Friday, June 26, from 5:30 pm to 6:15 pm, for Meet Pulitzer Prize–Winning Playwright David Auburn!, a free, in-person conversation hosted by mathematician Alex Kontorovich.

Auburn, whose acclaimed play Proof is currently enjoying a Broadway revival, will join Kontorovich for a conversation exploring mathematics, creativity, genius, discovery, and the enduring power of this celebrated work.

Free registration: momath.org/proof/

Congratulations to the winners of MoMath’s inaugural Backgammon Tournament, hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin and directed b...
06/16/2026

Congratulations to the winners of MoMath’s inaugural Backgammon Tournament, hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin and directed by Richard Munitz!

After an afternoon of strategy, skill, probability, and friendly competition, the final standings were:

🏆 Advanced Division
🥇 Dina Laks
🥈 Jesse Chrismer
🥉 Marie Schultz
4️⃣ Eddie Rodriguez

🏆 Novice Division
🥇 Chris Coppa
🥈 Heather Ricco
🥉 Anthony Anzalone

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Museum’s first-ever Backgammon Tournament. We were delighted to welcome players of all experience levels to celebrate one of the world’s oldest and most mathematically rich games.

We look forward to seeing you at the next tournament!

Join MOST Fellow Marissa Masden for Question Quest: Defeating the Information Overlord, an engaging online program explo...
06/16/2026

Join MOST Fellow Marissa Masden for Question Quest: Defeating the Information Overlord, an engaging online program exploring how to navigate, evaluate, and make sense of information in an increasingly complex world.

📅 Wednesday, June 17
⏰ 4:00–5:00 pm ET
💻 Online
🎟️ FREE

Bring your curiosity and your questions for this timely conversation.
Register: momath.org/quest/

06/12/2026
Roll the dice and make your move at MoMath’s first-ever Backgammon Tournament!Join players of all skill levels for an af...
06/11/2026

Roll the dice and make your move at MoMath’s first-ever Backgammon Tournament!

Join players of all skill levels for an afternoon of strategy, probability, and friendly competition hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin and directed by a Richard Munitz.

Sunday, June 14, at 12:30 pm
MoMath, 635 Sixth Avenue

Register: https://momath.org/play-bg/

06/09/2026

Don’t miss the amazing Steve Sherman live at MoMath June 24 at 6:30 pm. Register now: momath.org/game-on

🎉 Free Play at MoMath! 🎉Experience the National Museum of Mathematics at no cost during Free Play at MoMath’s new home, ...
06/09/2026

🎉 Free Play at MoMath! 🎉

Experience the National Museum of Mathematics at no cost during Free Play at MoMath’s new home, 635 Sixth Avenue.

📅 Thursday, June 11
⏰ 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
(Featuring extended Museum hours!)

📅 Sunday, June 28
⏰ 10:00 am–1:00 pm

Explore hands-on exhibits, discover surprising mathematical connections, and share the experience with friends and family. Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, Free Play is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the Museum free of charge.

Admission is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is required for all attendees, including children, but does not guarantee entry. Early arrival is strongly encouraged, as capacity is limited.

Register today and join the fun! https://momath.org/free-play/

♾️ How big is infinity?Join Lew Ludwig, Professor of Mathematics at Denison University, for a mind-expanding exploration...
06/08/2026

♾️ How big is infinity?

Join Lew Ludwig, Professor of Mathematics at Denison University, for a mind-expanding exploration of one of the most fascinating ideas in mathematics. Can there really be different sizes of infinity? How can two quantities both be infinite and yet one be larger than the other?

Through hands-on activities and guided inquiry, discover how human reasoning can reveal surprising truths about the infinite. No advanced mathematics required — just curiosity and an open mind.

📅 Wednesday, June 10
🕓 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm
📍 MoMath

The 7:00 pm presentation will feature a special introduction by Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath Visiting Professor for Public Outreach.

Free admission, thanks to the generous support of Simons Foundation International.

Register: https://momath.org/math-encounters/

Join MoMath’s online Folding Fridays series and discover the beauty, creativity, and surprising mathematics of origami. ...
06/04/2026

Join MoMath’s online Folding Fridays series and discover the beauty, creativity, and surprising mathematics of origami. Each week features a different model, so you can drop in for a single session or fold along all season long.

This Friday’s featured model:
⭐ Octagon Star by Tomoko Fuse ⭐

A true one-sheet wonder, this elegant modular design is satisfying to fold and even more satisfying to make again and again once you’ve learned the technique.

🗓 Friday, June 5
⏰ 4:30 pm–5:30 pm ET
💻 Online

Suitable for adults and children ages 7+. Prior origami experience is recommended.

Register: momath.org/folding-fridays

🪢 What do ropes, rings, and rubber bands have to do with mathematics?Join Dr. Tiago Hirth at Family Fridays: “Loops, Lin...
05/30/2026

🪢 What do ropes, rings, and rubber bands have to do with mathematics?

Join Dr. Tiago Hirth at Family Fridays: “Loops, Links, and Clever Illusions” on Friday, June 5, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm at MoMath.

Through hands-on activities and mind-bending demonstrations, explore the mathematics of knots, links, topology, and the famous Borromean rings. Discover how simple objects can reveal surprising mathematical ideas — and a few clever illusions along the way!

Family Fridays brings together children and adults for engaging mathematical experiences designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and fun for all ages.

Thanks to the generous support of Two Sigma, this program is free.

Register: momath.org/family-fridays

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