Location & Tours
Getting Around the Campus
Where to Park
Metered on-street parking is available, as well as a paid lot adjacent to Kingside Diner, which is located at 4651 Maryland Avenue, and at a parking garage adjacent to the Schlafly Branch of the Saint Louis Public Library, which is located at 225 N. Euclid Avenue.
Hours & Admission
A suggested donation of $3 per person or $5 for family will support our exhibitions and education programs. Please call before your visit for more information on current exhibitions and admissions.
The WCHOF is closed to the public in observance of the following holidays: New Years Eve, New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. Our galleries are sometimes closed for special events. Please check our program calendar for special closures or early dismissal times.
Curator-Led & Private Tours
Join a curator-led tour for an exclusive, in-depth exploration of our exhibitions, offered as special ticketed events. For a more personalized experience, book a private tour tailored to your group’s interests, perfect for special occasions or deeper dives into chess history and culture.
Plan Your Student Visit
Guided Tours for Student Groups
Meeting Missouri Grade-Level Expectations in fine arts and humanities, guided tours at the World Chess Hall of Fame reveal how chess has shaped—and been shaped by—art and culture for over 1,500 years. Whether students play chess or not, they’ll explore how ideas evolve across time and civilizations, gaining a rich, interdisciplinary perspective.
