The Institute For Figuring

In the vein of The Museum of Jurassic Technology and The Center for Land Use Interpretation, The Institute for Figuring functions as a «feral» institution in that it has developed outside of the tight contraints of the establishment.
Their most well-​known project is the crochet coral reef, which has since been adopted by famous institutions all over the world. However, many other exhibitions deserve a close look such as James Carter’s theory of the creation of the universe. I left the institute questioning why certain scientific theories have become accepted «truths,» while others have fallen by the wayside. The IFF provides a fascinating exploration of fringe science and scientific visualisations appropriate for any scientist, artist, or curious cat.
The IFF also has a wonderful workshop series.
Oh and the address is:
990 N. Hill St. #180
Los Angeles, CA 90 012

WELCOME TO THE RABBIT HOLE…
I would warn you about this site
…that it will keep you busy for hours. It is however, a source of knowledge for those «random useless information». It investigates figures and the science of figuring techniques; «dedicated to the poetic and aesthetic dimensions of science, mathematics and the technical arts.»
Explore…
the PHYSICS OF SNOWFLAKES,
the mathematics of PAPER FOLDING,
study the graphical models of the HUMAN MIND,
the HYPERBOLIC GEOMETRY OF SEA SLUGS,
marvel in the world of LITHIUM LEGS AND APOCALYPTIC PHOTONS (I admit, I got dizzy with this model!),
learn to HYPERBOLIC CROCHET (complete w/​instructions and images… fascinating, but not in this lifetime!),
learn about the ECOLOGY OF A TERMITE’S GUT (compelling and amazingly, a good read)…
etc.
etc.
etc.
The site also offers online purchase of publications, and informs of exhibits and lectures around the city, in case you want to delve more into the Ecology of a Termite’s Gut!!!