Free event, but reservations required (314) 361-9017
In the 21st century-age of Xbox, chess - the oldest game of skill - still thrives. Stop by the Missouri History Museum to watch a new generation square off in the contest of strategy and cunning.
There are two events. First, local Expert Jim Voelker will give a simultaneous exhibition, wherein he will play many boards at once. Stop by and challenge him to a game!
The second event is a presentation on some historical sidelights of chess. Life Master Bob Jacobs will discuss some interesting points in the history of chess, from the 900 year-old Lewis Chess men to the chess "machine" - The Turk! |
