Matemateca IME-USP

The Matemateca IME-USP is an exhibition space at the university where mathematical ideas come to life through objects and devices. The space contains various stations where visitors can work with models and puzzles to understand abstract concepts.

The space began in 2003 as a project at the University of São Paulo to teach mathematics in a different way. It grew from the idea that handling objects and models directly helps people grasp mathematical truths.

The exhibits here connect mathematics to daily activities that visitors recognize, helping people see how numbers and shapes matter in everyday situations. This approach makes the subject feel relevant rather than distant from real life.

The museum is easy to find on the university campus and accessible to all ages, even if no prior knowledge is needed. Most visitors should plan for one to two hours for a satisfying visit.

Many visitors expect a quiet classroom but instead find a place with plenty of movement and conversation, where people of different backgrounds work together. This social component makes learning here distinct from other places.

Location: São Paulo

Inception: 2003

Website: https://matemateca.ime.usp.br

GPS coordinates: -23.55920,-46.73120

Latest update: December 20, 2025 19:40