Clockmakers' Museum

The Clockmakers' Museum in London, England is a collection of clocks, watches and other horological items which belongs to the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers, which is one of the City of London Livery Companies.

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London - England - Worshipful Company of Clockmakers - City of London - Livery Companies

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The Clockmakers' Collection was begun in 1814 and is therefore the oldest collection specifically of clocks and watches in the world. It has been open to the public since 1874. It is housed in a gallery at the Guildhall. Admission is free. The majority of items in the collection range from c.1600 to c.1850. The most important pieces include the marine timekeepers, in particular the celebrated 5th marine timekeeper made by John Harrison and completed in 1770.

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Guildhall - John Harrison

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In 2002 the museum was relaunched with refurbished displays. In addition to exhibiting clocks and watches it tells the history of clockmaking in London. There is also a rolling exhibition of 21st century clocks and watches made by contemporary artists and craftsmen.

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