Charles Houska: Master of Play

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Sun, Mar 15, 2026 • 12:00 PM—5:00 PM

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Now open at the World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries, Charles Houska: Master of Play is a retrospective of the St. Louis artist’s work over his impressive 25-plus-year career, including brand-new chess-themed commissions and an impressive 3D printed chess set. Showcased inside a vibrant and immersive environment filled with his iconic floral, animal and portrait motifs, this exhibition boasts more than 75 of Houska’s artworks. The show also explores Houska’s community projects and corporate collaborations with St. Louis Children’s Hospital, Herman Miller and Absolut Vodka.