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Family Chess Exhibit Makes Its Opening Move At Creative Discovery Museum On Jan. 14 - The Chattanoogan

Wed, 01/04/2017 - 12:05

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Family Chess Exhibit Makes Its Opening Move At Creative Discovery Museum On Jan. 14
The Chattanoogan
“We have observed a growing interest in the game of chess, especially among school-age children,” said Shannon Bailey, World Chess Hall of Fame chief curator. “Our exhibit, Kings, Queens and Castles, is designed to provide a fun, age-appropriate ...

World Chess Hall Of Fame Celebrates 5th Anniversary - West End Word

Wed, 09/21/2016 - 18:44

West End Word

World Chess Hall Of Fame Celebrates 5th Anniversary
West End Word
The World Chess Hall of Fame, 4652 Maryland Ave., is celebrating its fifth anniversary on Thursday, Sept. 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. ... new fall exhibitions: • "Animal, Vegetable, Mineral: Natural Splendors from the Chess Collection of Dr. George & Vivian ...

World Chess Hall Of Fame Celebrates 5th Anniversary - South County Times

Wed, 09/21/2016 - 08:19

South County Times

World Chess Hall Of Fame Celebrates 5th Anniversary
South County Times
The World Chess Hall of Fame, 4652 Maryland Ave., is celebrating its fifth anniversary on Thursday, Sept. 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. ... new fall exhibitions: • "Animal, Vegetable, Mineral: Natural Splendors from the Chess Collection of Dr. George & Vivian ...

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World Chess Hall of Fame Celebrates Five Years in Saint Louis, Debuts Three New Exhibitions Spanning Nearly Five ... - PR Newswire (press release)

Fri, 09/16/2016 - 11:40

PR Newswire (press release)

World Chess Hall of Fame Celebrates Five Years in Saint Louis, Debuts Three New Exhibitions Spanning Nearly Five ...
PR Newswire (press release)
"In a very short time period, the World Chess Hall of Fame has become a significant cultural and educational hub in the Saint Louis community and beyond," Shannon Bailey, chief curator, said. "We want to express our sincere gratitude to our patrons and ...

World Chess Hall of Fame Celebrates Five Years in Saint Louis, Debuts Three New Exhibitions Spanning Nearly Five ... - Yahoo Finance

Fri, 09/16/2016 - 11:37

Yahoo Finance

World Chess Hall of Fame Celebrates Five Years in Saint Louis, Debuts Three New Exhibitions Spanning Nearly Five ...
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"In a very short time period, the World Chess Hall of Fame has become a significant cultural and educational hub in the Saint Louis community and beyond," Shannon Bailey, chief curator, said. "We want to express our sincere gratitude to our patrons and ...

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On Chess: Tom Hackney exhibit opens in the chess capital of the U.S. - St. Louis Public Radio

Thu, 05/12/2016 - 05:32

St. Louis Public Radio

On Chess: Tom Hackney exhibit opens in the chess capital of the U.S.
St. Louis Public Radio
World Chess Hall of Fame Chief Curator Shannon Bailey said, “His paintings are not only visually compelling but also skillful and graceful representations of Duchamp's historic games.” Many of the paintings are black and white with raw canvas, while ...

Webster U chess team's got game – and a grandmaster coach - St. Louis Jewish Light

Wed, 04/06/2016 - 16:15

St. Louis Jewish Light

Webster U chess team's got game – and a grandmaster coach
St. Louis Jewish Light
Shannon Bailey, chief curator of the hall, said Polgar's presence in St. Louis adds to the city's prestige as a chess capital. “St. Louis has moved to the top of the chess world quickly, and Susan has helped make that possible,” Bailey said. “She and ...

Your Move Chess Fundraiser - Ladue News

Tue, 02/16/2016 - 15:27

Ladue News

Your Move Chess Fundraiser
Ladue News
The February 11 fundraiser to benefit the Your Move Chess program was a rousing success, according to leaders of Ascension and the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis. The event included chess matches, lessons, musical entertainment, and ...

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Two Innovative Exhibits Make Their Opening Moves at The World Chess Hall of Fame - SYS-CON Media (press release)

Thu, 10/29/2015 - 08:23

Two Innovative Exhibits Make Their Opening Moves at The World Chess Hall of Fame
SYS-CON Media (press release)
... running simultaneously, both of which reflect topics, issues and experiences that are reflective not only of our society today but, historically, going back nearly 1,500 years when the game first evolved," Shannon Bailey, chief curator at the World ...

Two Innovative Exhibits Make Their Opening Moves at The World Chess Hall of Fame - SYS-CON Media (press release)

Thu, 10/29/2015 - 08:23

Two Innovative Exhibits Make Their Opening Moves at The World Chess Hall of Fame
SYS-CON Media (press release)
... running simultaneously, both of which reflect topics, issues and experiences that are reflective not only of our society today but, historically, going back nearly 1,500 years when the game first evolved," Shannon Bailey, chief curator at the World ...

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Two Innovative Exhibits Make Their Opening Moves at The World Chess Hall of Fame - PR Newswire (press release)

Thu, 10/29/2015 - 08:18

Two Innovative Exhibits Make Their Opening Moves at The World Chess Hall of Fame
PR Newswire (press release)
The World Chess Hall of Fame is a nonprofit organization committed to building awareness for 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 and ...

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Art exhibit aims to encourage girls and women to play chess - St. Louis Public Radio

Tue, 10/27/2015 - 21:39

St. Louis Public Radio

Art exhibit aims to encourage girls and women to play chess
St. Louis Public Radio
Shannon Bailey with the Hall of Fame is curating the show. Of the artists, she said, “They all have a very unique interpretation of the game that they're trying to give, or a unique message they're trying to stress.” A video and stills by chess ...

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Art exhibit aims to encourage girls and women to play chess - St. Louis Public Radio

Tue, 10/27/2015 - 21:39

St. Louis Public Radio

Art exhibit aims to encourage girls and women to play chess
St. Louis Public Radio
Women may not rule the world of chess but they do dominate an upcoming art exhibit around the game. The World Chess Hall of Fame in the Central West End opens “Ladies' Knight: The Female Perspective on Chess” Thursday evening. It includes the work ...

How a St. Louis Artist Took on Ferguson — and Race Relations — in a Chess Set - Riverfront Times (blog)

Tue, 10/27/2015 - 06:33

Riverfront Times (blog)

How a St. Louis Artist Took on Ferguson — and Race Relations — in a Chess Set
Riverfront Times (blog)
Less than a month after the piece was shown at the Craft Allliance, Suga got a call from Shannon Bailey, chief curator at the Hall of the Fame in the Central West End, asking for photos. After seeing them, Bailey chose Suga's board for selection in a ...

How a St. Louis Artist Took on Ferguson — and Race Relations — in a Chess Set - Riverfront Times (blog)

Tue, 10/27/2015 - 06:33

Riverfront Times (blog)

How a St. Louis Artist Took on Ferguson — and Race Relations — in a Chess Set
Riverfront Times (blog)
Less than a month after the piece was shown at the Craft Allliance, Suga got a call from Shannon Bailey, chief curator at the Hall of the Fame in the Central West End, asking for photos. After seeing them, Bailey chose Suga's board for selection in a ...

The World Chess Hall of Fame - Daily Journal Online

Thu, 08/06/2015 - 15:36

The World Chess Hall of Fame
Daily Journal Online
“Our exhibitions are designed with a wide range of audience in mind,” said Shannon Bailey, chief curator for the World Chess Hall of Fame. “Our goal is to create an environment that appeals to an avid chess player, an art connoisseur and families and ...

Film and exhibit pursue surreal pairing of chess and avant-garde art - St. Louis Public Radio

Fri, 05/15/2015 - 19:11

St. Louis Public Radio

Film and exhibit pursue surreal pairing of chess and avant-garde art
St. Louis Public Radio
“If you wanted to get down to the nitty-gritty and look at every art reference in there, it could take a while and you could be intimidated by it,” said curator Shannon Bailey. References to Martins and Duchamp abound, as well as nods to work by ...

Marcel Dzama and Jon Crumiller Headline Summer Exhibitions at World Chess ... - Satellite PR News (press release)

Wed, 05/13/2015 - 13:26

Marcel Dzama and Jon Crumiller Headline Summer Exhibitions at World Chess ...
Satellite PR News (press release)
“We are thrilled to have the opportunity to exhibit Dzama's pieces here in Saint Louis,” said Shannon Bailey, chief curator at the WCHOF. “Marcel's work explores fascinating themes and art history references. He has created a world that is playful ...

Living Like Kings Multimedia Exhibit Links Chess and Hip-Hop - Riverfront Times (blog)

Thu, 10/16/2014 - 10:16

Living Like Kings Multimedia Exhibit Links Chess and Hip-Hop
Riverfront Times (blog)
He is a genuine person and a great talent," says Shannon Bailey, chief curator at World Chess Hall of Fame. "St. Louis clearly touched him, and we can only hope he will continue to support us and our efforts throughout this exhibition. His dedication ...

Living Like Kings Multimedia Exhibit Links Chess and Hip-Hop - Riverfront Times (blog)

Thu, 10/16/2014 - 10:16

Living Like Kings Multimedia Exhibit Links Chess and Hip-Hop
Riverfront Times (blog)
He is a genuine person and a great talent," says Shannon Bailey, chief curator at World Chess Hall of Fame. "St. Louis clearly touched him, and we can only hope he will continue to support us and our efforts throughout this exhibition. His dedication ...

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