Historic Series – The Historic Clock Tower in Pembroke, Massachusetts

Did you know that the Pembroke's historic clock has a modern-day clock winder? Do you know which town-owned clock he winds?  You probably drive by it every day without noticing, but today will be different.  Find the answers to your queries in this new addition to our historic video line-up, “The Historic Clock Tower in Pembroke, Massachusetts.”

Pembroke's First Church's bell tower clock has a rich and colorful history. The bell itself predated the clock. The clock takes about 65 weekly cranks to get the weight from the bottom to the top, and the time is adjusted every two weeks since time is lost during winding. Come follow our intrepid cameraman up three flights of stairs, up two ladders, and through a hatchway to the top to see where this 1837 gem is housed.

Listening to the fascinating story behind the clock and the bell as told by former selectman and host Russ Bullock is a rare treat.

Those who attended Pembroke's 300th Birthday party in March, 2012 and had the opportunity to pull the bell's rope will be especially thrilled to see just where the rope went and how it made the bell ring.

Be sure to catch this informative program hosted by former selectman Russ Bullock, as PCMC continues to bring shows about Pembroke to the Pembroke citizens

Pembroke Community Media Center, Inc is located right here in Pembroke.  We follow a policy of “archiving,” which means that historic programming such as this show is preserved and revered as an important link to Pembroke's rich history, with respect to both the show itself and the content it contains. Click here to view the video.

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