World Chess Hall of Fame, Chess heritage museum in Central West End, St. Louis, United States
The World Chess Hall of Fame displays exhibits connecting chess with art through rotating exhibitions, historical games, and notable player collections.
Founded in 1984 in New Windsor, New York, the museum relocated to St. Louis in 2011, where it expanded its collection and educational programs.
The institution maintains a permanent collection of 73 U.S. Hall of Fame members and 43 World Hall of Fame inductees, including champions Bobby Fischer and Garry Kasparov.
Located at 4652 Maryland Avenue, the museum opens from 10 AM to 5 PM, with extended hours until 9 PM on Wednesdays and Fridays.
The museum holds the Guinness World Record for the largest chess piece and features a 500-year-old Egyptian game piece from senet.
Location: St. Louis
Inception: 1984
Website: http://www.worldchesshof.org
Website: http://worldchesshof.org
GPS coordinates: 38.64430,-90.26115
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:50
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