Clock Tower, National Register landmark in Rome, United States
The Clock Tower sits atop Neely Hill and rises above the surroundings with four large clock faces and a bell from the 1800s. The building also houses a museum with artworks by a local artist who documented the town's development.
The structure was built in 1871 and originally served as a water tower to supply the growing population. Over time the tower became a landmark and was added to the National Register.
The building displays murals by a local artist showing how Rome was founded and developed across different time periods. Visitors can explore these artistic representations and learn about the town's story through the eyes of a community artist.
Visitors should know that climbing to the top requires using many stairs and the views offered up there reward the effort. It is best to wear comfortable shoes and allow time for a leisurely visit.
Spiral stairs lead to the clockworks which are fitted with large working hands. The combination of old mechanics and urban planning shows how practical solutions from the 1800s often created architectural features worth seeing.
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