In the early 1900s, when the streets were still dirt, Plain City received the precious gift of "time" through the donation of a magnificent Seth Thomas clock by Samuel Taylor

 

In 1902, a grand festival honored Sam Taylor and officially dedicated the clock. The festivities included the Dublin Cornet Band, Ohio State President Dr. W.O. Thompson as the guest speaker, and a jubilant celebration in the Barto and Keiser building. The clock found its home in this establishment, thanks to the efforts of Earl Scott, a jeweler, and Dr. Cecil Herbert Lucas, a dentist.

 

Throughout the years, the clocktower building changed hands, starting with Barto and Keiser, who later sold it to the Howland brothers. It continued to serve as Howland Hardware until 1944 when it was purchased by Dewitt Norris. In the 1980s, Perry Yoder and Tim Clay took over the clock's maintenance, faithfully winding it to ensure its proper functioning.

 

In 2024, the clocktower building underwent substantial remodeling, transforming it into 10,000 square feet of vibrant restaurant and venue spaces by Columbus' new premier Hospitality Company.  Founded by Chef Ben Greig, Shane and Chelsea Whitacre, Around the Clock Hospitality brings a Chef driven approach to the restaurant, on and off-site catering, and multiple venue spaces.