Earl Layman Street Clock

Address: Corner of First and South Main Streets
Date Built: 1907
Original Architect/Builder: Unknown
Original Owners: Young's Credit Jewelers
Description: Cast-iron street clock.

 

Historic Seattle's Role:

Earl Layman Street Clock / Historic Seattle Archives

Originally called Young's Credit Jewelers Clock and located at Fourth and Pike, the large time- piece was donated to Historic Seattle by the family of Dean Black. After resting in the backyard of Mrs. Black's home for many years, the clock was renovated and installed in 1984 by Historic Seattle with funds contributed by the Pioneer Square business community and friends of Earl Layman. Meyer Sign Company refurbished the casing and Carlson Navigation rebuilt the mechanism. The clock was renamed after Mr. Layman, the long time City of Seattle Preservation Officer, for his instrumental role helping organize and administer the Pioneer Square Historic District during its formative years.

Current and Future Uses:

Earl Layman Street Clock / Photo: Marissa Natkin

Still owned by Historic Seattle, the clock is currently maintained and wound weekly by adjacent property owners.