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About National Museum of Mathematics

The National Museum of Mathematics or MoMath is a mathematics museum in Manhattan, New York City. It opened at its first location on December 12, 2012, with over thirty interactive exhibits. In February 2026, it moved to 635 Sixth Avenue, and now has over sixty interactive exhibits. The mission of the museum is to "enhance public understanding and perception of mathematics". The museum is known for a special tricycle with square wheels, which operates smoothly on a catenary surface.

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Mathematics museum
Founded
2009
Opened
2012
Director
Manjul Bhargava

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