Serve up some serious creativity! Drop by the World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries in Saint Louis for a fun Play & Create workshop designed for ages 5 and up. This interactive, hands-on activity offers a playful, family-friendly way to experience chess education through sports-themed crafting.

Craft Your Own Game-Day Souvenir

Inspired by our current interactive exhibition, Game Plan: The Strategy of Chess & Sports, this self-led craft invites visitors to design a customized tennis ball character. We furnish all the supplies you need—pre-cut tennis balls, googly eyes, mini hats, colorful markers, and fun accessories.

Simply glue on accessories, draw custom facial expressions, and assemble a charming desk companion that doubles as a handy holder for your chess scorecard or favorite photos! It’s the perfect souvenir to commemorate your museum visit—no chess experience is needed to join in!

  • Dates: January 11–15, 2027
  • Time: Available during regular business hours (All-day drop-in activity)
  • Age Range: Recommended for ages 5+
  • Admission: Included with General Admission

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The Intersection of Strategy and Culture

This hands-on workshop connects directly with our featured exhibition, Game Plan: The Strategy of Chess & Sports. The exhibition explores how tactical thinking, competition, and culture cross over between the chessboard and the tennis court. By crafting a fun, sports-themed keepsake to hold your scorecards, young strategists and sports fans alike can celebrate the connection between athletic competition and chess education.