MathHappens @ The Fleet Science Center

Chris NhoEvents

MathHappens was the guest at the Fleet Science Center's Genius in the Houser program.

This past Sunday, math happened at The Fleet Science Center! MathHappens was the Fleet’s Genius in the House – a program that brings outside guests into the museum to enhance the exhibit experience. The Fleet has always been a magical place for me. Probably because I’ve been going to the Fleet ever since I was a child (here’s a photo

MathHappens at SXSW EDU 2025!

Jordan VaratCommunity Partnerships, Events, Intern Experience, Making Math, Math at Home, Math Rooms, Partner Spotlight, Sharing Ideas, We think math is fun!

MathHappens Foundation was delighted to participate in SXSW EDU 2025 right here in our headquarter city of Austin, TX. The conference provided a stimulating environment for exchanging ideas and fostering valuable connections. We participated this year as an exhibitor, and used the opportunity to recreate a Math Room! Throughout the education conference, our exhibit in the Expo Hall was a

MathHappens @ The Civita Park Farmers Market

Chris NhoEvents

A close-up photo of two berry baskets filled with 21st century pattern blocks.

“This is not what we expected to be doing all morning!” That’s what one family said after playing at the MathHappens table on a sunny San Diego morning. They arrived at the Civita Park Farmers Market planning to pick up some berries but got drawn into the MathHappens table, spending over half an hour with Puzzle-a-Day. Just as they were

Math Night at Wieland Elementary, Pflugerville, TX

Lauren SiegelCommunity, Events, Intern Experience, Making Math, Parks & Recreation, Schools

Wieland Elementary’s family night was a great opportunity to meet some kids and families and share some of our favorite optical illusions, and amusements.  Tommi Linn brought hinged mirror books, markers and paper for free design.  The Hexagon puzzle was a real joy for our littlest visitors.  We let parents know about the Math Room open 9-3 on Saturdays and

5 Scenes from the San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering

Chris NhoEvents

Greetings from the San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering! On Saturday, March 1, 2025 MathHappens debuted in San Diego. We played non-stop with thousands of visitors at Petco Park from 10 AM to 5 PM! Check out these 5 scenes that we caught on camera. Scene 1: Photo Op! After a young boy made a hat out of Geometiles,

Austin Museum Day 2024!

Lauren SiegelCommunity, Events, History Connections, Intern Experience, Math Rooms, Museum

Museum Day in Austin, Texas happens on the 2nd to the last Sunday in September.  Weather is still warm and beautiful, but kids are back in school and families are ready to spend a day laughing and learning together.  This year over 35 museums opened their doors offering free admission, special activities and a wonderful day out for the Austin

Matrix x Imaginary Conference, Les Diablerets, Switzerland

Lauren SiegelConference Presentations, Events, Museum, We think math is fun!

The Matrix x Imaginary Conference that happens every two years brings together math museums and math outreach organizations and educators from around the world, including Eastern Europe, and Australia.  Some of our favorite folks from MoMath, SUMM, and MMACA were there.  We had a great time at the talks and in our time manning our display table. After the conference