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Infinite Sums: Math In Bloom

Join us to explore where mathematics meets nature in unexpected and delightful ways. Math in Bloom invites visitors of all ages to discover the hidden mathematical patterns in nature, from Pi to the Golden Ratio. Made possible through generous support from Simons Foundation and in collaboration with botanic gardens across the country and mathematicians from local universities, these special days feature educational classes, free activities and a lot of fun. While many activities are designed with adults in mind, families will find engaging experiences that bring math to life through the beauty of art and nature.

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Math in Bloom presents Pi Day (3.14) Join us on 3.14 to learn about the most famous digit in all of mathematics- pi! Discover how the concept of pi can be found in nature at the Conservatory, and how it has proved itself as the motivation for artists, filmmakers, educators and more throughout history.

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Math in Bloom presents Infinity Day (8.8) The concept of infinity can feel overwhelming to grasp, with limitless opportunities and endless possibilities. Discover how infinity reveals itself in the plant world through repeating patterns, continuous cycles of growth, and the interconnected systems that sustain life all around us. 

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Math in Bloom presents Fibonacci Sequence Day (11.23) The Fibonacci spiral is found throughout the world around us, inspiring a sense of unity and interconnectedness. It appears in plants through leaf arrangements, flower petals, and seed heads. It also extends into art, influencing photography, visual design, and poetry that seeks to capture the harmony of nature.

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This work is supported by the Simons Foundation and is part of its “Infinite Sums” initiative. For more information, visit infinitesums.simonsfoundation.org.


Made possible through generous support from Simons Foundation, as part of their Infinite Sums initiative, and in collaboration….

Math in Bloom includes six botanical gardens across the United States: Cheekwood Estate & Gardens (Nashville, TN), Denver Botanic Gardens (Denver, CO), Desert Botanical Garden (Phoenix, AZ), Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (Columbus, OH), Queens Botanical Garden (Flushing, NY), to bring this idea to life through plants, design, and discovery

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