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Press release
The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF), the leading chess cultural center in the country, is proud to announce "Paws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Sets", a whimsical and engaging exhibition that showcases more than 50 animal-themed chess sets from around the globe. Opening on January 30, 2025, and running through August 31, 2025, this family-friendly exhibition invites visitors to explore the imaginative ways artists have drawn inspiration from the natural world to reinterpret the familiar chess board.
"'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".
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For centuries, artists have reimagined chess pieces by drawing on the beauty, diversity, and symbolism of animals. Regal lions and mighty Tyrannosaurus Rexes, often seen as kings of the jungle and prehistoric rulers, appear as commanding kings in some chess sets. In other cases, artists subvert expectations by elevating meek or delicate creatures like frogs and mice to positions of power on the chessboard. Whether showcasing the humor of beloved pets or celebrating the splendor of wildlife from diverse ecosystems, these chess sets offer a playful and thought-provoking perspective on the animal kingdom.
"Paws and Pawns" will feature a menagerie of artifacts from the WCHOF collection, alongside special loans from Chess Collectors International members, local collectors, and talented artists. Highlights include:
"Chess sets have long served as canvases for artists to share their perspectives on the world around us", said Allred. "We're excited to highlight the ingenuity and humor with which artists have depicted animals in chess, transforming familiar creatures into powerful kings, queens and pawns while celebrating the beauty and diversity of the natural world".
Visitors of all ages will enjoy interactive activities, workshops, and events designed to inspire curiosity about the natural world and the artistry of chess.
Admission is free and open to the public. For more information about the exhibition and programming, please visit our website at worldchesshof.org.
Join us for the opening reception of Paws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Sets, on Thursday, January 30, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., with complimentary admission, valet, and refreshments. RSVPs are recommended. Please email events@worldchesshof.org for more information.
About the World Chess Hall of Fame
The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to building awareness of the cultural and artistic significance of chess. It opened on September 9, 2011, in the Central West End after moving from previous locations in New York, Washington, D.C., and Miami. Housed in a historic 15,900 square-foot residence-turned-business in Saint Louis' Central West End neighborhood, the WCHOF features World Chess Hall of Fame inductees, United States Chess Hall of Fame inductees selected by the U.S. Chess Trust, artifacts from the permanent collection and exhibitions highlighting the great players, historic games and rich cultural history of chess. The WCHOF partners with the Saint Louis Chess Club to provide innovative programming and outreach to local, national and international audiences. For more information, visit worldchesshof.org and on social: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube channels.
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Grandmaster Dorian Rogozenco delves into Fischer’s openings, and retraces the development of his repertoire. What variations did Fischer play, and what sources did he use to arm himself against the best Soviet players? Mihail Marin explains Fischer’s particular style and his special strategic talent in annotated games against Spassky, Taimanov and other greats. Karsten Müller is not just a leading international endgame expert, but also a true Fischer connoisseur.
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