Global Chess Champions Converge at the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem

For the museum, this is an important opportunity to take part in positioning Jerusalem on the global chess map, in an event broadcast to millions of viewers around the world

This isn’t just a tournament—it’s a collaborative effort by the City of Jerusalem, the Israel Chess Federation, and the Museum of Tolerance, with support from Mayor Moshe Lion and Sport and Culture Minister Miki Zohar, aiming to build connections and unity through sport.

Chess is more than a game—it is a universal language. On a board of 64 squares, even individuals from different nationalities, languages, or cultures can “speak” through the same set of rules, interacting with thought, understanding, and mutual respect. The Museum, a beacon of human dignity and respect, was the perfect venue to host such a gathering.

The four-day championship took place in the Mizel Family Grand Hall and the Museum’s Nigel Family Beit Midrash, with the Ezrat Nashim section offering a elevated view of the intense matches. Spectators watched with rapt attention as players faced off in battles of intellect and strategy.