Laconia Historical & Museum Society

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

With support from the Laconia Motorcycle Week Association, the rally grew into a nine-day event that attracts hundreds of thousands of riders.

Today, it fuels the region’s tourism season with demo rides, scenic routes, and racing action.

06/18/2026

As this special day comes to a close, we want to take one last moment to wish Warren a very Happy Birthday!

Today, we've celebrated a man whose passion for history, dedication to preserving our community's stories, and generosity of spirit have touched so many lives. Warren's knowledge is remarkable, but it's his kindness, enthusiasm, and willingness to share that knowledge that make him truly special.

Thank you, Warren, for the countless hours you've devoted to preserving Laconia's past and helping others appreciate the people and stories that came before us.

Here's to another year of making history, one story at a time.

06/17/2026

The 1960s brought record crowds—and growing tensions. Strict curfews and heavy policing led to the 1965 Weirs Beach riots, drawing national attention and prompting officials to scale back Motorcycle Week to a three-day event for several years.

Photo: DKBlog

06/17/2026

Happy Birthday to the one and only Warren Huse!

Historian, storyteller, collector of facts, and the man who somehow knows the answer to every question about Laconia. If there were a championship for local history knowledge, Warren would have retired the trophy years ago.

Wishing you a day filled with good friends, great stories, and absolutely no one asking you to identify an old photograph!

06/17/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, WARREN!
Today we celebrate not only your birthday, but also the incredible impact you have made on our community. Your passion for preserving history, your generosity in sharing your knowledge, and your unwavering dedication inspire so many of us.

Thank you for all that you do and for being such a treasured friend and mentor. Wishing you a year filled with happiness, good health, and countless new memories.

Enjoy your special day—you deserve it!

06/17/2026

PRESENTATION: Digging into Native History in New Hampshire
Wednesday, July 1, at 7:00 PM at the Lake Winnipesaukee Museum in The Weirs.

Robert Goodby is Professor of Anthropology at Franklin Pierce University in Rindge and holds a Ph.D. from Brown University. For more than thirty years, he has studied Native American archaeological sites across New England. A past president of the New Hampshire Archeological Society, he directed the 2010 excavation of 12,000-year-old Paleoindian dwellings at the Tenant Swamp site in Keene. He is also the author of A Deep Presence: 13,000 Years of Native American History (2021).

This free event is open to the public. Space is limited; please RSVP
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/presentation-digging-into-native-history-in-new-hampshire-with-dr-robert-goodby

06/17/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WARREN!!
Some people preserve history. Others become part of it.

Happy Birthday to Warren Huse, whose dedication, wisdom, and love for our community have helped ensure that Laconia's stories are never forgotten. Your passion has inspired generations, and your work continues to leave a lasting mark on the city you care so deeply about.

Thank you for all you have given to our community. We are better because of you.

Have a wonderful birthday, Warren!

06/15/2026

Laconia Motorcycle Week became formally recognized by the American Motorcyclist Association in 1924. The first race of the Loudon Classic motorcycle race was in 1934, which grew into one of the most prestigious American races.

Loudon Classic 1939