National Watch & Clock Museum
The NAWCC connects 8,000+ collectors through membership benefits including expert research, regional events, bi-monthly publications, and genuine community among fellow horological enthusiasts.
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.
National Watch & Clock Museum
Did you know? You can read a sample article from our most recent Watch & Clock Bulletin on the NAWCC website.
The "Quartz Crisis" and Swiss Watchmaking: Part 1 challenges common assumptions about one of horology's most dramatic periods. Author Joël Pynson dove into newly digitized Swiss trade journals from 1969-1979 to uncover what really happened when the watch industry transformed.
This is the kind of expert research and historical analysis you get with NAWCC membership—delivered bi-monthly in our acclaimed Watch & Clock Bulletin.
Preview the article here: www.nawcc.org/perks/
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National Watch & Clock Museum
Hamilton Serial No. 1 embodies the spirit of Lancaster’s watchmaking legacy and the company’s commitment to precision, innovation, and quality. In the age of railroads, Hamilton’s craftsmanship earned it the title “Railroad Timekeeper of America.”
Visitors can see Serial Nos. 1 and 2 on display here at the National Watch and Clock Museum, marking the beginning of Hamilton’s story.
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National Watch & Clock Museum
Want to know when the next NAWCC Mart is happening?
📍 York Regional – October 3-4, 2025 | York, Pennsylvania
📍 North Coast Regional – October 17-18, 2025 | Strongsville, Ohio
NAWCC marts bring the horological community together – these regional events are your chance to meet collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts who share your passion for timepieces.
Browse tables filled with remarkable finds, from vintage clocks to rare pocket watches, each with its own story to tell.Whether you're hunting for a specific piece, looking to expand your collection, or simply want to connect with others who appreciate the art of timekeeping, these gatherings deliver.
NAWCC membership gives you access to these special events where collectors and craftspeople gather to celebrate their shared love of horology.
Learn more at www.watchandclockcollectors.com
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National Watch & Clock Museum
Where deals happen and friendships begin. This is what NAWCC marts look like across the country - collectors connecting over shared passion.
Missing the energy of in-person trading? Become a member today 👉 www.watchandclockcollectors.com/membership
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