The Village Chess Shop has been at the same location since 1972. In the heart of Greenwich Village, just one block below Washington Square Park. Our's was the first place created where chess players could come and play, as well as find a set to bring home. "The Chess Shop", as we are commonly referred to, takes great pride in displaying hundreds of chess sets from all over the world. Many a tourist has come in smiling, saying how wonderful that such a "museum of chess" exists.

Our shop is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year! Though we may pause on major holidays (to please the families of some of our more dedicated players.)

We can be reached by phone at 212-475-9580 and by email at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Or write us at:

Village Chess Shop
230 Thompson Street
New York City, NY 10012

When in NYC, please come by to say hello, have some coffee, check out our chess sets, and of course, play a few games.