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Lodi Today
By the People, for the People
House of Clocks Celebrates 55 Years in Lodi, California
The family-owned clock store has been a fixture in the community for over half a century.
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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The House of Clocks, the largest clock company in Northern California, is celebrating 55 years of business in Lodi. The store is filled with antique and vintage timepieces, including a 240-year-old grandfather clock. The Hohn family has owned the shop for three generations, preserving the history and sentimental value of the clocks they sell and repair.
Why it matters
In an era of mass-produced goods and impersonal retail, the House of Clocks stands out as a family-owned business that has maintained its community ties and commitment to preserving the history and craftsmanship of timekeeping. The store's longevity is a testament to the enduring appeal of small, local businesses that provide personalized service and a connection to the past.
The details
The House of Clocks is located on the outskirts of downtown Lodi in San Joaquin County. The store is filled with a wide variety of clocks, from new models to antique pieces dating back to the 18th century. The Hohn family acquired their first clock, a 240-year-old grandfather clock, after World War II when their grandparents returned to a house they had abandoned and were given the clock by a neighbor.
- The House of Clocks recently celebrated its 55th anniversary.
- The store's 240-year-old grandfather clock dates back to 1780.
The players
House of Clocks
The largest clock company in Northern California, located in Lodi and owned by the Hohn family for three generations.
Joey Hohn
A clocksmith at the House of Clocks.
Sandy Hohn
A co-owner of the House of Clocks.
What they’re saying
“This is the oldest piece we have right now.”
— Joey Hohn, Clocksmith (CBS News)
“We have new, we have vintage, we have antique. Honestly, it feels like not a day goes by that we don't get a phone call or an email of somebody wanting to sell something for 100 different reasons.”
— Sandy Hohn, Co-owner (CBS News)
“We've made so many friends over the years out of customers. Friends that are just wonderful, that love collecting, and we keep them repaired for their families, which is awesome. They have sentimental value that's passed down.”
— Sandy Hohn, Co-owner (CBS News)
“We told them no because it was her father's who had passed away. Every time he went to wind the clock, he placed his thumb in the same spot. When we told her that smudge there on the dial was her father, she said, 'Back away, don't you dare.' It was just a good memory we have.”
— Joey Hohn, Clocksmith (CBS News)
What’s next
The House of Clocks will be busy during the upcoming daylight saving time change, as customers bring in their clocks to be adjusted.
The takeaway
The House of Clocks is a testament to the enduring appeal of small, family-owned businesses that preserve local history and provide personalized service. In an era of mass-produced goods, the store's commitment to antique and vintage timepieces, as well as its deep roots in the Lodi community, make it a unique and cherished institution.
