50 Greatest Places to Entertain: World Chess Hall of Fame

Illustration celebrating 50 years of entertainment in St. Louis venues. Features a brick building labeled "World Chess Hall of Fame" with a large chess piece sculpture in front. A city skyline and celebratory text are at the top.

44 of 50 On Our List of “50 Greatest Places to Entertain” is World Chess Hall of Fame!

Situated in the heart of St. Louis, the World Chess Hall of Fame celebrates one of the world’s oldest & best-loved games through vibrant, engaging exhibitions & creative programming. This 15,900 square-foot residence-turned-business houses both the U.S. & World Chess Halls of Fame. Entertain your guests amid rotating exhibits showcasing the history of the game!

Location: Central West End
Capacity: Seated – 50
Special Features: Over-sized Chessboard, Displays of Chess Artifacts
Perfect For: Community Events, Lectures, Team Building

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A large wooden king chess piece stands outside the World Chess Hall of Fame, a red brick building with arched windows. Chess pieces are displayed on a chessboard in front, surrounded by greenery and a walkway.

A museum exhibit displaying various chess sets on pedestals in a room with wooden floors and exposed ceiling beams. The walls are adorned with framed pictures, and daylight streams in through large windows.

A group of people, including children wearing scout uniforms, participate in an outdoor chess event. They hold large chess pieces on a giant chessboard, surrounded by tents and brick buildings.

A wall displaying framed portraits and plaques in a "World Hall of Fame." The arrangement features two rows of multiple black-framed photographs and descriptions, likely celebrating individuals' achievements.

A museum exhibit features a wall filled with framed photographs and documents arranged in a grid. Below the frames, a glass display case contains various papers. The room has overhead lighting and a wooden ceiling.

A display of vintage electronic chess sets, including a wooden board with a digital interface, a power adapter, and two protective cases containing chess pieces. The exhibit is illuminated under glass in a museum setting.

A group of people examining an ornate chess set displayed in a glass case at a museum. The chess pieces are intricately designed, and viewers look closely at the exhibit with interest. The scene is well-lit, highlighting the details of the pieces.

A person with glasses stands in a museum, holding a glass of wine, observing a display of intricately carved chess pieces under a protective glass case. The room is softly lit, showcasing more displays in the background.

A large chess king sculpture stands in front of the World Chess Hall of Fame, housed in a brick building with large windows. A chessboard with pieces is also visible outside under a tree.

About This Project:
This year, our 50th year, we celebrate 50 of the finest venues St. Louis has to offer.
There are so many wonderful settings available for your next event.
Find your inspiration, as we share our #50in50 all year long!

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