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Saint Louis Chess Club, World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries and Grand Chess Tour Launch $150,000 Matching Donation Campaign for Saint Louis Tornado Relief
Published on: May 21, 2025
Saint Louis Chess Club, World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries and Grand Chess Tour Launch $150,000 Matching Donation Campaign for Saint Louis Tornado Relief
World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries Presents “Charles Houska: Master of Play”
Published on: April 18, 2025
The World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries will present “Charles Houska: Master of Play,” a jubilant retrospective of 75+ works by beloved pop artist Charles “Charlie” Houska. On view May 1 2025 – April 5 2026, the show celebrates Houska’s 60th birthday and 25 years of Houska Gallery.
Janet Evra performs at World Chess Hall of Fame for ‘Love and Its Many Languages’!
Published on: February 14, 2025
ST. LOUIS – Musicians Janet Evra and Will Buchanan will be taking the stage for the World Chess Hall of Fame this month for their contemporary music series!
World Chess Hall of Fame to unveil new exhibition: “Paws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Sets”
Published on: January 17, 2025
1/17/2025 – The World Chess Hall of Fame invites you to embark on a whimsical journey with “Paws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Sets”, an enchanting exhibition running from 30 January to 31 August 2025. Featuring over 50 animal-themed chess sets from around the globe, this family-friendly showcase highlights the creativity of artists who reimagine the chessboard through the lens of the natural world. From regal lions to playful mice, these unique designs celebrate the diversity of wildlife and artistic traditions!
World Chess Hall of Fame to Unveil Exhibition “Paws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Sets” in January 2025
Published on: January 13, 2025
“‘Paws and Pawns’ celebrates the creativity of chess artists and the enduring connection between chess and the animal kingdom,” said Emily Allred, Curator of the World Chess Hall of Fame. “This exhibition invites visitors to see chess through a new lens while highlighting the incredible diversity of wildlife and artistic traditions worldwide.”
Saint Louis Chess Club, World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries and Grand Chess Tour Launch $150,000 Matching Donation Campaign for Saint Louis Tornado Relief
May 21, 2025
World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries Presents “Charles Houska: Master of Play”
April 18, 2025
Janet Evra performs at World Chess Hall of Fame for ‘Love and Its Many Languages’!
Fox 2
World Chess Hall of Fame to unveil new exhibition: “Paws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Sets”
ChessBase
World Chess Hall of Fame to Unveil Exhibition “Paws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Sets” in January 2025
January 13, 2025
New exhibit opening at Chess Hall of Fame (Clip: KMOV St. Louis)
YouTube
“Paws and Pawns” at the World Chess Hall of Fame explores kings and queens of the animal kingdom
St. Louis Magazine
World Chess Hall of Fame to Open New Exhibition:“Clash for the Crown: Celebrating Chess Champions”
World Chess Hall of Fame
Donna Dodson at the World Chess Hall of Fame
HEC-TV
