The American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute (AWCI) is the premier organization dedicated to the timekeeping or horology industry.

Since 1960 we have been serving watchmakers and clockmakers through our mission of Supporting and Advancing Horology through Education and Cooperation.

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‘I Knew I Had Found the Craft I Wanted to Dedicate My Life To’: Greenwood Grant Recipient Recounts Journey to Watchmaking

By James Sprague For 35-year-old Aaron Tyler (Ty) Van Duren, the trajectory of his professional career changed almost the very minute he accepted a position at a jewelry store in […]

‘It’s Not Only Informative, but It’s Inspiring’: 2026 AWCI Fall Symposium Yet Again a Success

By James Sprague The biggest event of the year that AWCI hosts, if you listen to those who were in attendance, was yet another smashing success for the organization. The […]

New, Familiar Faces Join AWCI Board of Directors, Executive Committee

By James Sprague Some new, and some familiar, faces were sworn in as members of the AWCI Board of Directors and the AWCI Executive Committee during the AWCI Board of […]
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Introduction to Watchmaking is in session this week led by our own Jason Ziegenbein, CW21. This sold out course is the last one of this year. If you are interested in registering for this course in 2027 hurry! Our 2027 course schedule is now on our website AWCI.com or call us at 513-367-9800 to sign up. Have a great week! ... See MoreSee Less

Our week-long Lathe course is underway this week here in Harrison led by our own Jason Champion, CW21. Our year is slowly winding down and what a great year it’s been! We are finalizing our 2027 course calendar which will be published shortly. We look forward to hosting you in 2027 and beyond. Time flies when you’re having fun😊✌️#awci #horologylove ... See MoreSee Less

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Looking forward on checking for 2027 dates!

Oh what I wouldn't give to be able to go on all these courses

That’s a wrap for today’s Build a Watch with Harambe here at AWCI in Harrison led by Jason Champion, CW21. Y’all did a great job as those watches look fabulous😊. Want more info about our Build a Watch program, give us a call at 513-367-9800 or visit AWCI.com. #whatsonyourwrist #cincywatchshots #awcibuildawatchevent #watchmaking #horologyrocks ... See MoreSee Less

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If you got the watch ⌚️ I got the TIME"

It’s a great class,hope you all had a great time

And they all look pleased⌚️

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