Wayne's Iconic Street Clock Removed For Substantial Repairs

WAYNE, PA — The iconic street clock in Downtown Wayne has been removed. But Radnor Township officials say it's getting much-needed repairs.

Considered a distinct downtown landmark, the Wayne Street Clock has stood at the corner of South Wayne and Lancaster avenues for more than three decades.

To keep it ticking for generations to come, the clock is undergoing substantial restoration work. It was removed Tuesday, and it's expected to be re-installed this spring.

"This beloved downtown Wayne landmark is undergoing significant internal upgrades," the township said on social media. "This vital maintenance will ensure its longevity, keeping time for residents and visitors for years to come!

During that time, it will be in the hands of Master Watchmaker and Clockmaker Bob Desrochers, who designed and installed the clock. Desrochers owns TimeKeepers Workbench — his Lancaster County-based business where he restores analog clocks from across the United States.

Desrochers recently removed faulty equipment from the clock. In August, the Radnor Township Board of Commissioners approved up to $16,000 for those repairs — based on Desrochers's estimate.