THE BICKNELL CLOCK
LAWRENCE, MASSACHUSETTS

Lawrence, Massachusetts is the home of the first preservation effort of SAVE AMERICA'S CLOCKS.  Located on the main shopping street, Essex Street, The Bicknell clock  was erected in 1885.   While visiting Lawrence in 1996, I inquired about the clock at  Lawrence Heritage State Park.  I was told that an out of state concern was interested in obtaining the clock.  I knew it was important to move quickly.  The clock was owned by the city and through the terrific efforts of the Department of Public Works, the clock was taken down and brought to Lawrence Heritage State Park, where it safely rests until fund raising efforts can raise the necessary money. Lawrence is also home to Immigrant City Archives and they were able to provide us with old advertisements which feature the clock.   Donations for the clock are being accepted and processed through the Merrimac Valley Community Foundation. Currently, the clock is being restored by Electric Time of Medfield.

In addition to raising the monies needed for restoration, I felt it was important that we also focus on the future. As part of our efforts, we are planning to provide computer equipment for Immigrant City Archives so that they may do their jobs more efficiently.  I feel it is necessary to focus not only on the past, but on the future as well.

Bicknell Clock Photo Gallery