First International Congress of Mathematicians

Date: August 9, 1897 • Location: Zürich (Kreis 1) / Lindenhof, Switzerland

The first meeting of the International Congress of Mathematicians was held in Zürich, Switzerland.

The International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) is the largest conference for the topic of mathematics. It meets once every four years, hosted by the International Mathematical Union (IMU).

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Switzerland's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.