March 28, 2024
Match of the Matriarchs: Ladies’ Knight Lesson & Curator Tour

Join us for a special edition of the Saint Louis Chess Club’s “Ladies’ Knight” program, hosted here at the World Chess Hall of Fame, inside our newest gallery exhibition, Donna Dodson: Match of the Matriarchs and Other Amazonmachies! WCHOF Chief Curator Shannon Bailey will speak about the exhibition, and WGM Thalia Cervantes will lead a lesson using the life-sized pieces from Dodson’s “Match of the Matriarchs” chess set, the only set of its kind depicting all women pieces. This program is for women and girls of all ages, open to all skill levels, and complimentary for STLCC and WCHOF members. Bring some friends, enjoy complimentary refreshments, and have fun exploring the art of chess!
- Complimentary Admission for Club and WCHOF members
- Includes complimentary refreshments
Thursday, Mar 28 – 6:30 pm
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