History

Laconia, New Hampshire and the surrounding area are rich in history and fascinating stories from hundreds of years ago. Here you can learn more about Laconia from historical information to present day facts and figures.

Did you know that….
  • Laconia is the 9th largest city in New Hampshire?
  • There are three main areas of Laconia…downtown Laconia, Lakeport, and The Weirs?
  • The Weirs was named by colonists for fishing weirs?
  • Laconia was settled in 1761 when it was called Meredith Bridge?
  • Laconia has been the county seat of Belknap County since 1840?
  • Laconia is known as the “City on the Lakes”?
Find more information here:
City of Laconia, NH http://www.cityoflaconianh.org/
Laconia Historical and Museum Society http://www.laconiahistorical.org/
Lake Winnipesaukee Museum http://www.lwhs.us/
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Customer Testimonials

Birch Knoll: Great Value for $

We had our yearly family reunion at the Birch Knoll and it was wonderful. A good value for the money: rooms and heated pool were both clean, there’s access to the bay with a nice dock and shaded sitting area. The Birch Knoll is definitely one of the more modern places in Laconia. There’s a game room complete with pool table, video games for the kids and information about local attractions The BBQ area makes it convenient for families to grill out (and chill out!) while enjoying the motel grounds. We’re already planning next year’s stay. Liked — A lot nicer than most of the places in Laconia.

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