International Parking Day, San Marcos, TX
What we learned: Parking Day means a town assigns a parking space in the square to anyone who applies. Approved applicants can install their project in an assigned space for a day. The event is coordinated, publicized and promoted by the town. Visitors can circulate past the parking spaces and interact with exhibitors. MathHappens: We provided a walking activity where
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Models & Materials
Models & Materials At MathHappens, we design and build hands-on mathematical models that spark curiosity, encourage play, and make abstract ideas feel real.Want to make something yourself? If you have access to a makerspace, you can build many of our models on your own. Visit our Maker Library to find downloadable files, materials lists, and assembly notes for dozens of
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Staff Spotlight: Megan Do
At MathHappens, our people are at the heart of everything we do. In this series, we’re shining a light on the interns and team members who make math happen – with quick Q&As and fun photos so you can get to know the folks behind the math. First up, meet Megan Do, an Austin native who’s been interning with MathHappens
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MathHappens at SXSW EDU 2025!
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
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People
Leadership Team Lauren Siegel Executive DirectorJordan Varat Director of OperationsKelli Miller Director of FinanceMelissa Wilkinson Chief of StaffChris Nho Director of Community PartnershipsElizabeth Wrightsman Special Projects CoordinatorMatt Hertel Director of Math Room OperationsMath Room Coordinators Matt Hertel Austin, TXANSC, MillenniumAlex Fritschi Albuquerque, NM¡Explora!Julie Ostlund Bloomington, MNThe Works,Brooklyn Park LibraryJamie Baldwin Dallas, TXTexas Discovery GardensToni Lusk Greenville, NCThe Children’s Museum of
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Quilts and Math at Neill-Cochran House Museum
Sunday Funday means hands on activities at the Neill-Cochran House Museum in Austin, TX and MathHappens was the invited program on Sunday March 9, 2025. On special exhibit currently, but also part of the regular collection… Quilts!!. This museum invites visitors to “step into Austin History” and the quilt collection is a visitor favorite. Paul Cato, Communications Director at
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