World Chess HOF Debuts Food and Drink Exhibits
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Published on: June 8, 2021
The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF), the leading chess cultural center in the country, announces two, all-new exhibitions – Pawns & Passports: Chess Sets from Around the Globe and Check, Please! Chess Dining & Decor— showcasing how the timeless game has been influenced by people and cultures, along with its aesthetic impact on food and drink. In addition, WCHOF continues its popular exhibition Masterminds: Chess Prodigies, currently on view that focuses on real-life chess prodigies as well as inspiring fiction such as The Queen’s Gambit.
Pawns & Passports: Chess Sets from Around the Globe features chess sets from more than 30 countries, demonstrating how people from different regions have transformed the pieces to reflect their culture and history. Visitors will discover the stories behind the WCHOF’s diverse collection and learn how chess has captured the imagination of people around the world.
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