Supported by the Simons Foundation, QBG will partner with five other botanical gardens across the country to host events highlighting the beauty of math in nature.
(Flushing, NY— February 19, 2026) — The Queens Botanical Garden (QBG) is excited to announce its participation in Math in Bloom, a national program supported by the Simons Foundation that will connect people to the mathematics inherent in nature and beyond. The program is part of the Simons Foundation’s broader Infinite Sums initiative.
As one of six Botanical Gardens in the country selected to join this initiative, QBG is set to host a series of experiences throughout the year showcasing how math and nature intersect in beautiful ways — illuminating mathematical patterns in the plant world and bringing math to life through the Garden’s botanical collection.
Led by the San Antonio Botanical Garden, other participating gardens include the Cheekwood Estate & Gardens (Nashville, TN), Denver Botanic Gardens (Denver, CO), Desert Botanical Garden (Phoenix, AZ), Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (Columbus, OH).
“It’s an honor to have been selected for this innovative national initiative, said Evie Hantzopoulos, Executive Director of Queens Botanical Garden. “We are excited to showcase how mathematics presents itself in nature and our collections through fun activities, exploration of our 39-acres, and engaging exhibits.”
The program begins with Pi Day on March 14, 2026, when Queens Botanical Garden will host a day filled with botanical and educational activities inspired by math’s most famous number, followed by Infinity Day on August 8, 2026, and Fibonacci Day on November 23.
Stay up to date with the latest Math in Bloom announcements and dates here.
About Queens Botanical Garden
Queens Botanical Garden is an urban oasis where people, plants, and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens, innovative educational programs and real-world applications of environmental stewardship. QBG is located on property owned by the City of New York, and its operation is made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, Queens Borough President, the New York City Council, State elected officials, the New York State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with corporate, foundation, and individual supporters.
About The Simons Foundation
This work is supported by the Simons Foundation and is part of its “Infinite Sums” initiative. For more information, visit infinitesums.simonsfoundation.org. The Simons Foundation’s Science, Society & Culture division seeks to provide opportunities for people to forge a connection to science — whether for the first time or a lifetime. Through our initiatives, we work to inspire a feeling of awe and wonder, foster connections between people and science, and support environments that provide a sense of belonging. The Simons Foundation’s mission is to advance the frontiers of research in mathematics and the basic sciences. Since its founding in 1994 by Jim and Marilyn Simons, the foundation has been a champion of basic science through grant funding, support for research, and public engagement. We believe in asking big questions and providing sustained support to researchers working to unravel the mysteries of the universe.
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