Explore the Art & Culture of Chess
Upcoming Events
WCHOF Music Series: Soul Revival with Al Holiday & the East Side Rhythm Band
November 19, 2025
WCHOF Music Series: Arianna String Quartet (SOLD OUT)
November 20, 2025
đ Merry Moves: A Chess-Inspired Holiday Pop-Up in Saint Louis
November 28, 2025 - December 31, 2025
WCHOF Crafts & Cocktails: Holiday Ornament Workshop
December 4, 2025
December Curator Tour
December 10, 2025
WCHOF Music Series: Zlatomir Fung
December 11, 2025
WCHOF Family Programming: Design Your Own Nutcracker
December 13, 2025
WCHOF Music Series: Blue Christmas with Brian Owens and Matt Jordan
December 17, 2025
Duck, Duck, Chess!
January 31, 2026
Welcome to the World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries in Saint Louis, Missouri! We invite everyone, from absolute beginners to experts, to explore the captivating world of chess. Discover the rich history, fascinating strategy, and vibrant culture of the game through stunning art and history exhibits and engaging educational programs. Our interactive displays make learning about chess exciting and accessible. Explore, be inspired, and see how this timeless game connects to so much more!
Explore the Halls of Fame
Ready to explore the captivating history of chess by learning about its greatest heroes? We invite you to experience our interactive U.S. and World Chess Halls of Fame, which honor the influential minds and legendary champions who shaped the game we love. Learn more about their fascinating lives and famous games and see photos and artifacts related to their illustrious careers!
Robert (Bobby) James Fischer
inducted 1986 (U.S.) | 2001 (World)
Nona Gaprindashvili
inducted 2013
Mikhail Tal
inducted 2003
Eugene Torre
inducted 2021
Garry Kasparov
inducted 2005
Judit Polgar
inducted 2021
Paul Charles Morphy
inducted 1986 (U.S.) | 2001 (World)
JosĂ© RaĂșl Capablanca
inducted 2001
Anatoly Karpov
inducted 2004
Rex Sinquefield
inducted 2020
Arpad Elo
inducted 1988
Alexander Alekhine
inducted 2004Beyond the Board
World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries Announces New Exhibition: Reading Between the Lines: Chess & Literature
Chess Legends to be Inducted into the 2025 U.S. and World Chess Halls of Fame in Saint Louis This October
World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries to Open Interactive Exhibition Celebrating Chess Variants Through Time and Culture
Saint Louis Chess Club, World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries and Grand Chess Tour Launch $150,000 Matching Donation Campaign for Saint Louis Tornado Relief
World Chess Hall of Fame & Galleries Presents âCharles Houska: Master of Playâ
Learn to Read and Write Chess
Janet Evra performs at World Chess Hall of Fame for âLove and Its Many Languagesâ!
World Chess Hall of Fame to unveil new exhibition: “Paws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Sets”
World Chess Hall of Fame to Unveil Exhibition âPaws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Setsâ in January 2025
New exhibit opening at Chess Hall of Fame (Clip: KMOV St. Louis)
“Paws and Pawns” at the World Chess Hall of Fame explores kings and queens of the animal kingdom
World Chess Hall of Fame to Open New Exhibition:âClash for the Crown: Celebrating Chess Championsâ
The Ultimate Chess Destination
OPEN TODAY: 10am - 5pm