World Chess Hall of Fame - Museum in St. Louis - 4652 Maryland Ave #1, USA

Good for one time visit. The large chess piece at the front with the chess board is a good site to take a few photos/ selfies. The museum itself is small and it feels more like a chess-related art gallery. There are some innovative chess boards and art pieces. However, there is nothing about Hall of Fame; I didn't see any exhibits of photos or artifacts of famous chess players. No chess history either.

Fantastic place to learn and enjoy! The exhibits are fascinating, the building is charming, and the staff are knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Give it about two hours, check out the chess club across the street, and enjoy lunch or a drink at one of the many places nearby.

Visited the World Chess Hall of Fame during the Metallica takeover weekend in November 2023. It is free but relies on donations to keep running so bring cash when you come. There are 3 floors of various exhibits and a robust gift shop. The world's largest chess piece is proudly displayed in the front of the museum and you several chess games, too. I personally liked looking at the museum's website to see myself on the Nest camera and grabbing a screenshot to show my mom 😂 The exhibits we visited had a lot of really artifacts. I definitely recommend visiting!

Wonderful place for chess enthusiasts. On exhibition is a wide history and variety all things related to chess including obscure chess boards. The staff were courteous and knowledgeable on all three floors of the museum. They have a nice gift shop also that is interesting with high end chess boards and pieces that are selling in the thousands of dollars. Just to note they do have lower priced items that are affordable and are a good deal.

Emily was 1st contact person cheerful and polite. Facility was clean and well kept. Employees and volunteers were more than eager to answer questions. 3rd floor was a place for kids to get to know chess and do other fun things. Highly recommend a visit 👌 👍

As a chess lover this is chess heaven. Alot of pricey and unique boards. Also includes a free museum that provides information about the history of chess and it's influences in music. And if you're with someone who also plays chess there's a giant chess board outside.

Fascinating museum. The exhibition on the first floor in August 2023 was on the connections of famous musicians, composers, and actors AND chess. if you're a chess player, you must stop. If you're looking for unique chess sets this is a place to visit. Interactive areas woth headphones to hear music, interview, reciting of a poem etc. Lovely museum. Support small museums.

What a find! I was not expecting the caliper of exhibits and the amount of interest I had at this museum. Worth a visit!