October 4, 2024
Opening Reception of Crown Jewels: Donation Highlights

Join us for the opening reception of Crown Jewels: Donation Highlights, on Friday, October 4, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with complimentary admission, valet, and refreshments.
Crown Jewels: Donation Highlights showcases 75 stunning chess sets, artworks, memorabilia, and more, gifted from 50 donors to the World Chess Hall of Fame. Benefactors include Chess Collectors International Members Frank Camaratta, Jon Crumiller, Dr. George and Vivian Dean, and the late Bernice and Floyd Sarisohn. See the intricate metalwork on a Hungarian chess set, a bespoke chess set created for the Shah of Iran, and many never-before-exhibited artifacts.
RSVPs are requested. Please email [email protected] for more information or to register.
Friday, Oct 4 – 5:00 pm
Beyond the Board

World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries Presents “Charles Houska: Master of Play”

Learn to Read and Write Chess

Janet Evra performs at World Chess Hall of Fame for ‘Love and Its Many Languages’!

World Chess Hall of Fame to unveil new exhibition: “Paws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Sets”

World Chess Hall of Fame to Unveil Exhibition “Paws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Sets” in January 2025

New exhibit opening at Chess Hall of Fame (Clip: KMOV St. Louis)

“Paws and Pawns” at the World Chess Hall of Fame explores kings and queens of the animal kingdom

World Chess Hall of Fame to Open New Exhibition:“Clash for the Crown: Celebrating Chess Champions”

Donna Dodson at the World Chess Hall of Fame

Three Chess Masters on the Sets and Strategy Manuals They Swear By

The Story of Chess: Episode 2 [PBS Special]
