The Paris Mathematics Museum, Maison Poincaré, celebrates its first anniversary – a unique venture that aims to make math fun for all ages. Located in Paris’ Latin Quarter, the museum was born out of a collaborative effort involving professional researchers, mathematicians, and educators. The museum offers interactive exhibits, including a popular puzzle where visitors recreate a football using geometric shapes.
The museum’s content is designed for high school students and adults with a basic understanding of math. It aims to showcase the modern and diverse applications of mathematics, moving away from the outdated perception of the subject. Maison Poincaré also emphasizes gender equality by featuring an equal number of men and women in its exhibits, challenging stereotypes in the male-dominated field of mathematics.
With declining math scores among French students, the museum seeks to change the negative perception of math by promoting collaborative learning and accepting mistakes as part of the learning process. Maison Poincaré has received positive feedback from visitors, who appreciate its engaging and interactive approach to math education.
The museum’s current temporary exhibition on probability principles, “Comme Par Hasard (As If By Chance)”, offers interactive games and videos for visitors as young as 8. Maison Poincaré will be open to the public free of charge on 12 October as part of the nationwide Fete de la Science. To visit the Paris Mathematics Museum, tickets must be reserved online.
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