Do I need to register in advance for Math Makers?

Yes, registration is required to attend this event. Sign-ups open online exactly two weeks before the workshop, and spaces fill up quickly because of the limited number of take-home kits.

Where exactly at Dix Park is the event held and where should I park?

This session is held at The Chapel, located at 1030 Richardson Drive. You can park for free in the lot right next to the building.

Math Makers: Free playful math exploration at Dix Park Sept. 23

Name: Math Makers: Free playful math exploration at Dix Park Sept. 23
Start: 2026-09-23T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-09-23T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Dix Park

Math Makers is a free, hands-on outdoor workshop where children can build creative projects and explore the natural world through mathematical concepts. Led by instructors from Natural Math and the NC Network of Math Teachers' Circles, this interactive session encourages kids to see math in everyday patterns, shapes, and structures. What to know before you go: The event takes place at The Chapel at Dix Park on Saturday, August 1, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. While the program is entirely free and includes a take-home math kit, you must register online in advance, as spots are limited and registration opens exactly two weeks prior to the event. Parking is available in the paved lot directly adjacent to the Chapel, and there are public restrooms on-site. This is an excellent weekend option because it combines outdoor time in one of Raleigh's best green spaces with a high-quality, educational activity that does not cost a dime. It is a low-pressure way to keep young minds active over the weekend without having to plan a complex outing yourself.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register in advance for Math Makers?: Yes, registration is required to attend this event. Sign-ups open online exactly two weeks before the workshop, and spaces fill up quickly because of the limited number of take-home kits.
Where exactly at Dix Park is the event held and where should I park?: This session is held at The Chapel, located at 1030 Richardson Drive. You can park for free in the lot right next to the building.

Last updated July 30, 2026

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Schedule

Math Makers: Free playful math exploration at Dix Park Sept. 23 runs Wed, Sep 23, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM.

Getting There

Dix Park is at 830 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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Sunscreen and water bottles — this one's outdoors
A blanket or low chairs for staking out a spot

Math Makers: Free playful math exploration at Dix Park Sept. 23

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