Get ready to celebrate the most irrational and delicious day of the year! Pi Day, celebrated every March 14th, may seem like just another excuse for a slice of pie. But did you know that this mathematical holiday has a fascinating history and deeper significance? From ancient civilizations to modern-day scientists, join us as we explore why Pi Day matters and how it continues to captivate people around the world. History of Pi and How It Became Associated with March 14th In ancient times, the Egyptians and Babylonians used the words “perimeter” and “ circumference” interchangeably, and they measured the latter by using a string or cord. The length of this string was equal to three times the diameter of the circle. This value was later known as 3.14 in honor of Pi. The first recorded instance of Pi being used was by a Greek mathematician named Archimedes in 250 BC. He approximated Pi by inscribing and then circumscribing a hexagon around a circle. By doing th...