Recreational Mathematics
Guide to archival and published sources held at the University of Calgary Library Special Collections on the subject of recreational mathematics including rare books, kaleidoscopes, games, puzzles, playing cards, magazines and journals.
Games
The Eugene Strens Collection has a variety of math and logic-based games. Some of these games are very rare, they are incredibly fun and also test your thinking skills! These games are available for students and clubs to play, and for researchers! The collection also contains a variety of Rubik's cubes! Here are a sample of the games from the collection.
Access
The following document is a list of games which researchers or clubs have access to. These games can be played! Contact us directly at: archives@ucalgary.ca
Games Websites
- Rubik's RaceThis is the office website for the game Rubik's Race. The Strens Special Collection has a vintage edition of the game, but now it is available as an app for iphones and ipads!
- Rubik's Cube Official WebsiteCheck out the official website for the Rubik's Cube. The math and logic game which started a frenzie in the 1980s!
- Cool Math GamesHere is a link to play math board games online.