Hall of Fame HISTORY: Opened on Aug. 7, 1993, the Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club’s Hall of Fame was dedicated in honor of Dick and Mary Casey (CLICK HERE for biography and photo) — two St. Louisans who made a tremendous difference in the Club’s history. The late Mrs. Casey took a special interest in the Girls’ Program, donating funds to initiate many activities, including the first Sheer Elegance Fashion Show and Luncheon fund-raiser. Today, Dick Casey is the Club’s treasurer and gives his personal time and finances to ensure the continued success of the programs. In 1982, President Ronald Reagan visited the Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club CLICK HERE to read the President’s remarks. DESCRIPTION: The Hall of Fame contains memorabilia from the Club’s earliest days, including a uniform from co-founder Martin Mathews’ original baseball team — the Mathews-Dickey Knights. The remarkable story of the Knights’ five victories in one day is a special highlight. Featured items include a pictorial history of the private-sector fund-raising campaign that enabled the Club’s current Kingshighway facility to be built; photos and articles on President Ronald Reagan’s 1982 visit; pictures from many special events; and tributes to dignitaries who have visited and/or supported Mathews-Dickey. (L. to R.) Former NBC Today Show co-host Bryant Gumble, Barbara Washington, vice president, public relations & special events, Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club, Katie Couric, co-host of NBC Today Show, and Martin L. Mathews, president, CEO & co-founder of Mathews-Dickey. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas with the St. Louis Fire Department chiefs Stanley Newsome (far left) and George Horne (far right). Visitors will notice the professionally designed Coca-Cola display case and bar. Just outside the Hall of Fame Room is a traveling display case of memorabilia from the amateur baseball Hall of Fame, of which Martin Mathews is a member. These items are just a few of the room’s many outstanding historical attractions. Each year, Mathews-Dickey inducts into the Hall of Fame alumni, community leaders and board members who have made significant contributions to their communities and to the Club. The room was designed by Club alumnus Karl Grice, owner of Grice Group Architects. AUDIENCE: Alumni, Club Members, Volunteers, Students, Educational Institutions, Civic and Social Organizations, Sponsors, Churches and Corporations. OBJECTIVE: To develop a central location to display and store important artifacts and documentation pertinent to the Mathews-Dickey Boys’ & Girls’ Club. To educate and expose the community to the historical background of Mathews-Dickey. To highlight and acknowledge notable civic leaders and contributors for their leadership and support. © 2003 Mathews Dickey Boys' & Girls' Club site. Designed by the Moore Design Group.