World Chess Hall of Fame

The chess boom in St. Louis may appear as though it has materialized out of thin air, but the Gateway City has a vibrant chess history.Chess adds to a…

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In chess, the queen is recognized as the most powerful piece. It can move in any direction, making it desirable yet unpredictable.Centuries ago, however,…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Aug. 8, 2012 - The World Chess Hall of Fame is inviting eight St. Louis artists to transform its…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, May 9, 2012 - On May 8, the first rounds of the 2012 U.S. Chess Championship and 2012 U.S. Women's…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Jan. 17, 2012 - "Out of the Box: Artists Play Chess" is a terrific inaugural art exhibit for the…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Sept. 12, 2011 - Strategy has always been a crucial component in chess and the World Chess Hall of…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Sept. 7, 2011 - The grand opening of the World Chess Hall of Fame is upon us! This is truly an…

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