News On This Day, 31 August 1915 Today the Montessori community celebrates Maria Montessori's birthday! On 31 August 1915, on her 45th birthday, Maria Montessori was working in America, addressing her students in a graduation speech as they were about to receive their diplomas from the traini...
News Book Release: The Montessori Approach to Music One of the (many) brilliant aspects of Montessori education is that it includes an integrated approach to Music. We are delighted to announce the publication of the title “Montessori Approach to Music” with key contributions from Maria Montessori, Mario M. Mon...
News The Story Behind the Photo On 31 August the Montessori community celebrates Maria Montessori’s birthday, the one to conclude the 150th anniversary year. By far the most emotional birthday gift ever for Maria Montessori may well have been Mario’s presence on her 1940 birthday, during her ...
Page Maria Montessori Early Years Born in the small village of Chiaravalle, Italy, on 31 August 1870, Maria Montessori entered a world ripe for change.
News Montessori Tulip Bulbs and Book It's time for the new harvest of the Maria Montessori Tulip. Forgot to order last year? Be quick to secure a box from this year's bulbs. The Maria Montessori tulip was created to honour her on her 150th birthday. Growing to around 40 cm., this tulip produces a...
Digital Collection Bach Auditorium Collection Maria Montessori spoke at the Bach Auditorium on 1 March 1950.
News National Geographic Historical Special The new National Geographic Historical Special is dedicated to the great women in history. We are delighted to share with you the picture of the issue devoted to Maria Montessori made in the heart of Rome. A woman who opened a path in the male world and promo...
Page Audio Enjoy archival audio of Maria Montessori being interviewed along with contemporary Podcasts that shed light on the innovation and lasting impact of Montessori's work.
Page Photographs The Maria Montessori Archives include an extensive library of photographs documenting Maria Montessori's life and work.
News Special Coin: Maria Montessori 150 The Italians know how to design beautiful objects, and they also know how to celebrate Maria Montessori’s 150th birthday! This 2 Euro coin was officially presented on 15 January 2020. Designed by Luciana De Simoni, it was minted in the mint of Rome. Last year ...
