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National Watch & Clock Museum Discover the largest collection of timepieces in North America.
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The National Watch and Clock Museum was officially opened to the public in 1977 with fewer than 1,000 items. Since that time, the collection has increased to over 12,000 items and the museum has undergone several expansion projects. The latest expansion opened in October 1999 and featured an entirely new and redesigned exhibit space, as well as a new two-story addition. Today, the museum is recognized as the largest and most comprehensive horological collection in North America.

10/21/2026

Escape Wheel T-shirt Classic Fit 185gsm | 100% Cotton NAWCC Members: Use code 'MEMBER10' at checkout for 10% off your order

Add some fun to this Halloweekend! Bring the kids in for free admission and a spooky goodie bag when they wear a costume...
10/20/2026

Add some fun to this Halloweekend! Bring the kids in for free admission and a spooky goodie bag when they wear a costume! We're open 10-5 Saturday, October 31 and 10-4 Sunday, November 1st.

As part of National Book Month, and in conjunction with the NAWCC's Mid-Eastern Regional in York, the Museum will host a...
10/13/2026

As part of National Book Month, and in conjunction with the NAWCC's Mid-Eastern Regional in York, the Museum will host a used book sale from October 14 through October 25. Nearly 1,000 books will be available; titles are related to horology, art, and antiques. All are heavily discounted!

Come browse during regular Museum hours, Wednesday - Saturday 10-5, Sundays 10-4.

October is National Book Month, so we're very pleased to share the NAWCC's latest publication: Samuel Bemis & Samuel A. ...
10/08/2026

October is National Book Month, so we're very pleased to share the NAWCC's latest publication: Samuel Bemis & Samuel A. Bemis: Father & Son Watchmakers in Post-Revolutionary War America by Andrew Dervan. This book offers a unique glimpse into the world of watch repair in Massachusetts during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Dervan used three ledgers, as well as research on the family and their interactions with other New England makers, to tell this family's previously untold story. Purchase your copy here:

Here is a rare glimpse into the world of watch repair in eastern Massachusetts just after the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812.

The weather did not keep people away 🔥🔥🔥Thank you all for joining us for the inaugural Watch Fair to wrap up Lancaster W...
09/28/2026

The weather did not keep people away 🔥🔥🔥

Thank you all for joining us for the inaugural Watch Fair to wrap up Lancaster Watch Weekend!

Let's do it again next year, yeah?

Lancaster Watch Fair: Sunday, September 27th 10-4 at 514 Poplar Street here in Columbia PA.Meet with brands like RGM, JN...
09/23/2026

Lancaster Watch Fair: Sunday, September 27th 10-4 at 514 Poplar Street here in Columbia PA.

Meet with brands like RGM, JN Shapiro, Bell & Ross, and more! Full details at the link in our bio.

09/21/2026

Lancaster Watch Weekend's first Watch Fair is coming up quick!

Join us Sunday, September 27th between 10 and 4. Link with full details in our bio. ⌚⌚⌚

Join us for Lancaster Watch Weekend's inaugural Watch Fair!Meet with reps and discover new models from a dozen participa...
09/18/2026

Join us for Lancaster Watch Weekend's inaugural Watch Fair!

Meet with reps and discover new models from a dozen participating brands, then extend your visit by exploring our exhibits.

Meet with Seiko, Grand Seiko, JN Shapiro, RGM Watches, and more; full list of participants is available at Lancaster Watch Weekend link in our bio 😎

Here's one for Hamilton Watch fans! Don't miss your chance to own a special DVD with two short films: “What Makes a Fine...
09/17/2026

Here's one for Hamilton Watch fans! Don't miss your chance to own a special DVD with two short films: “What Makes a Fine Watch Fine?” (1947) and “How a Watch Works: The Inside Story of a Fine Watch” (1949). These are the same films shown in our Hamilton Gallery, and the store has only a few copies left of this DVD. Order today!

(DVD) Hamilton Watch Company Presents: What Makes a Fine Watch Fine? Featuring What Makes a Fine Watch Fine? (1947) How a Watch Works: The Inside Story of a Fine Watch (1949) Approximately ~40 minutes total | Not Rated NAWCC Members: Use code 'MEMBER10' at checkout for 10% off your order

Address

514 Poplar Street
Columbia, PA
17512

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

(717) 684-8261

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