Town Clock

The Town Clock is a clock tower in Dubuque featuring Italianate architectural elements such as tall forms, decorated cornices, and arched windows. The structure rises above the city center and remains visible from various points throughout the downtown area.

The tower was designed in the 19th century by architect Fridolin Heer and has stood as a structure from that era ever since. It was later added to the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing its historical significance.

The tower has long served as a meeting place where people gathered to orient themselves and connect with one another. Today it remains a recognizable landmark that draws attention and shapes how people experience downtown.

The tower is easily reached from the city center and can be explored on foot. Visitors can view the building from the outside and take photographs from various angles around it.

The clock mechanism inside the tower still works and keeps time for the city, much as it has for over a century. This ongoing function makes it a living part of the city's infrastructure rather than merely a historical relic.

Location: Iowa

Architects: Fridolin Heer

Architectural style: Italianate architecture

GPS coordinates: 42.50109,-90.66725

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:44