Settled in the mid-1700s, the City of Laconia is rich in history and culture, hosting several museums, historical places, and other places of interest, such as libraries and art galleries. Attractions, points of interest, events, and sports and recreational facilities, programs, and teams in Laconia are highlighted in this category.
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Constructed in 1823, as the oldest, unaltered brick textile mill in the United States. the Belknap Mill represents the first stage of the Industrial Revolution in America, and it has also served as the official meetinghouse of the State of New Hampshire. Currently operating as a museum, art gallery, concert hall, and event facility.
http://www.belknapmill.org/
Founded by Bob Lawton in 1952, the Laconia, New Hampshire arcade offers more than six hundred games, including three hundred classic arcade games, a twenty-lane ten-pin and candlepin bowling center, cash bingo, and indoor mini-golf, as well as a restaurant and tavern. Its hours, directions, and rates are featured.
http://www.funspotnh.com/
Situated on two hundred acres, the Laconia, New Hampshire golf organization and facility was established in 1922. Its history and a profile of the course and facilities are put forward, and notable players are highlighted. Membership information and a private member login are available.
http://www.laconiacountryclub.com/
Laconia Historical & Museum Society
LHMS is a non-profit organization charged with collecting, preserving, and interpreting the historical record of the City of Laconia, New Hampshire. Its monthly programs, quarterly newsletter, and changing exhibitions are highlighted on its site.
http://www.laconiahistorical.org/
The all-volunteer Little League program is part of the New Hampshire District II Little League Charter, serving Laconia, Belmont, Meredith, Gilmanton, and Gilford, New Hampshire. Its divisions, teams, schedules, online registration, and sponsorships are featured.
http://www.laconiall.org/
With its roots in 1916, the annual event is also known as Laconia Bike Week, and has grown to become one of the largest motorcycle events in the nation. General information about the event, a motorcycle state list, and event schedules are posted.
http://www.laconiabikeweekrally.net/
Laconia Multicultural Festival
The day-long festival celebrates the immigrants who have come from several other parts of the world, and features music and dance groups, workshops with artists, several ethnic food tables, craft booths, and demonstrations.
http://www.laconiamulticulturalfestival.org/
Operating as a non-profit organization, the baseball team brings college players from around the country to play at Robbie Mills Field in Laconia, New Hampshire. A member of the New England Collegiate Baseball League, the team’s history, records, schedules, and stats are put forward.
http://www.laconiamuskrats.com/
Directions, library hours, a schedule of programs and events, meeting room policies, and contact information are put forward, with an overview of its in-house and online resources.
http://www.laconialibrary.org
Progressive Laconia Motorcycle Week
An annual event since 1916, motorcyclists from around the country come to Laconia, New Hampshire. Schedules, camping and lodging options, vendor information, and contacts are featured.
http://www.laconiamcweek.com/
