The Halls of Fame
Discover the legends of chess who have left a lasting impact on the game. The World Chess Hall of Fame and the US Chess Hall of Fame honor players, pioneers, and contributors whose achievements have shaped chess history. Explore the remarkable individuals inducted into these prestigious halls by visiting the US Chess Hall of Fame and the World Chess Hall of Fame.
Trending Inductees
Robert (Bobby) James Fischer
inducted 1986 (U.S.) | 2001 (World)
Nona Gaprindashvili
inducted 2013
Mikhail Tal
inducted 2003
Garry Kasparov
inducted 2005
Judit Polgar
inducted 2021
Eugene Torre
inducted 2021
Paul Charles Morphy
inducted 1986 (U.S.) | 2001 (World)
José Raúl Capablanca
inducted 2001
Anatoly Karpov
inducted 2004
Rex Sinquefield
inducted 2020
Arpad Elo
inducted 1988
Alexander Alekhine
inducted 2004
Edward Lasker
inducted 2017
Machgielis (Max) Euwe
inducted 2004
Maya Chiburdanidze
inducted 2014
Aron Nimzowitsch
inducted 2018
Jacqueline Piatigorsky
inducted 2014
Vladimir Kramnik
inducted 2024
Paul Keres
inducted 2014
Jan Timman
inducted 2025
Joel Benjamin
inducted 2008
Mona May Karff
inducted 2013
Fred Reinfeld
inducted 1996
Harry Nelson Pillsbury
inducted 1986