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Math in Bloom Presents Fibonacci Day

The intricacies of math and nature converge on Fibonacci Day.

Saturday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Presented as part of Math in Bloom, Fibonacci Day invites visitors of all ages to discover how mathematics can help us see nature in new ways.

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., enjoy drop-in activities, creative experiences and conversations with experts and enthusiasts throughout the Gardens. Activities are included with general admission and locations are subject to change.

Activities include:

  • Meet a mathematician: see the math behind nature’s beauty
  • Highlighted plant displays celebrating mathematical patterns in nature
  • Nature- and math-inspired story time in the Helen Fowler Library
  • Family-friendly activities inspired by the Fibonacci sequence
  • Drop-in tours with an expert mathematician at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
  • Science chats
  • Performances by local creatives 

Fibonacci Day is supported by the Simons Foundation and is part of its Infinite Sums initiative, presented in collaboration with botanic gardens across the country.
 

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