Clock and Bell Restoration in Pettis County

After nearly a century of standing watch over Sedalia, the clock at the Pettis County Courthouse has been given a new lease on life — just in time for a very special anniversary this May.

In just two days, we carefully removed the broken glass from the clock faces, sanded and repainted the original historic cast iron frames, and handcrafted new clock hands to mirror the originals. Deep inside the tower, we also restored the courthouse’s voice — the 1924 McShane bell — by installing a new striker so it can ring out proudly from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM each day.

Inside the tower, we discovered signs of time passing — from worn paint to the original, aging wiring that had quietly served for decades.

After careful preparation, sanding, and fresh paint, the clock faces now gleam once more — preserving their historic character while standing strong for the future.

And finally, the heart of it all — the 1924 McShane bell now rings once again, thanks to a new automatic striker system that honors tradition while ensuring reliability for years to come.

We are incredibly proud to have been part of preserving this piece of Sedalia’s history. Next time you hear the bell or glance up at the courthouse clock, know that you’re witnessing a tradition reborn.

Thank you to Pettis County for trusting us with this meaningful project.