What’s Pi Day all about? Math, science, pies and more

In 2009, Congress designated every March 14 to be the big day — in the hopes of spurring more interest in math and science.

FILE – Manager Stephen Jarrett displays their National Pie Championships 1st place winning country apple pie at Michele’s Pies, Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in Norwalk, Conn. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)

By Associated Press

UPDATED: March 14, 2025 at 9:45 AM PDT

Pi Day itself dates to 1988, but didn’t really gain national recognition until later.

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Originally Published: March 14, 2025 at 9:39 AM PDT

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