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Step back in time with a visit to the American Clock & Watch Museum, Inc. Located in America’s great clockmaking city, Bristol, Connecticut, the museum and its research library are housed in the 1801 home of Miles Lewis, the historic Ebenezer Barnes wing and the modern Edward Ingraham wing. An authentic early American sundial garden complete with period herbs and flowers adds seasonal beauty to the museum's grounds.
As you travel through our unique gallery spaces, you will discover the finest American clocks and watches on display. The ticking, striking and chiming of the timepieces will be a treat to your eyes and ears. Of particular interest is our gateway exhibit, "Connecticut Clockmaking and the Industrial Revolution," which tells the story of a young man’s dream and its impact on the clock industry and the American system of manufacture.
One of our visitors’ favorite displays is our two-story tower clock that provides a close-up look at what makes a clock "tick". Recognized as the first museum in America to be devoted to horology, the American Clock & Watch Museum, Inc. houses the finest collection of American manufactured clocks on display.
Take time to discover the treasures we have to offer; plan a visit to our facility soon!
CHRIS BAILEY'S RETIREMENT EVENT
The American Clock & Watch Museum recently celebrated the retirement of curator, Chris Bailey. His tenure of 30 plus years was marked by remarkable growth in the museum's physical plant, the horological collections, and the public program offerings in the museum and around Connecticut and the nation. He is a nationally and internationally known authority on American clocks. Chris is the author of numerous publications and articles about the American clock and watch industry. To view additional photos, visit our photo gallery.
Seth Thomas Street Clock
Through the generosity of donor Dr. Ted Tweel of Mechanicsville, Virginia, the American Clock and Watch Museum recently received a spectacular Seth Thomas 4-Dial street clock. Board members, Peter Nunes, Tom Manning and Mel Brown made the trek to Virigina to disassemble and transport the clock, which stands 18 feet 10 inches tall, to its new home. The clock, which dates to 1924, is in good condition but is presently being cleaned, repainted, and is undergoing restoration to its trim. We will keep visitors to this site posted as to progress and installation of this exciting new addition to our collection. Below is a photo of the disassembly project, see our photo gallery for additional photos.
The American Clock & Watch Museum
100 Maple Street
Bristol, CT 06010
Telephone: (860) 583-6070
Fax: (860) 583-1862
E-Mail - info@clockmuseum.org
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