Tower Restoration

The clock tower was restored in 2011, and there is a beautiful, functioning clock and additional structural supports. The original clock was hundreds of years old, and Angelo recalls a heavy pendulum that was set each morning by pulling it down to the ground. Over the course of the day, the pendulum would move to indicate the time. The new clock is much more accurate, and even sets to the correct time when power is restored after outages!

There are two bells in this tower and they are both very old. The smaller bell dates from the 1200s and the larger bell is almost as old and original to the town, but was moved down to a church in Niccone for several years. It has since returned to its rightful home. A few times a year, on Saint's days or Church holidays, Angelo will ring the bells -- a truly breathtaking experience!

2008 Tower Before Renovation

2008 Tower Before Renovation

2011 Tower After Renovation

2011 Tower After Renovation