Maison Poincaré, University mathematics museum in Paris, France
The Maison Poincaré is a science museum in Paris dedicated entirely to mathematics, offering interactive exhibitions across roughly 600 square meters of space. The rooms demonstrate through hands-on experiments and digital installations how mathematical ideas work across different areas of life.
The museum opened in 2023 in the former Perrin building, a site with a scientific past as a physics laboratory. The location was given new purpose as a place for sharing mathematical knowledge.
The house bears the name of the influential mathematician Henri Poincaré and reflects his passion for connecting mathematics with everyday phenomena. Visitors find works here that show how mathematical thinking flows into art and design.
The museum offers specially equipped guided tours and signage in Braille as well as subtitles for videos. Visitors with different mobility needs find thoughtful solutions here for a comfortable visit.
One special feature is the Holo-Math installation, a mixed-reality application that transforms abstract mathematical theories into three-dimensional interactive visuals. This experience allows visitors to make otherwise invisible mathematical concepts tangible.
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