Buying Time: Clocks Along the Great Road, 1790 – 1870
July 31, 2009 - January 03, 2010Price-Strongwell Cultural Heritage Galleries
Exhibit Details
In the early nineteenth century, Northeastern clock manufacturers engaged in fierce competition to develop numerous innovations: new methods of assembly, new types of relatively inexpensive clock movements, and new ways to retail their goods in the South and circumvent Southern lawmakers’ attempts to prevent their wares from flooding the market. This compelling tale of rivalry and originality accompanies the magnificent tall case clocks and shelf clocks on exhibit in Buying Time.
Explore Exhibits
Upcoming Exhibits
WKMA continually brings new and exciting exhibits and artists to the museum experience. Explore what's next for us.
Permanent Collection
View works from our Permanent Collection of art, part of the WKMA experience year round, featuring our most enduring pieces.
Sculpture Garden
The Sculpture Garden is a beautiful part of our museum grounds experience, and part of our permanent collection of art.
Past Exhibits
View previously exhibited work at the William King Museum of Art, a retrospective of past shows and galleries.
Support & Join
Become part of our story. Help us tell your story. Thank you for your support.
See More