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# WEIRS BEACH - WHERE LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE BEGINS

An online guidebook to Weirs Beach

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## Pages

- [Home](https://weirsbeach.com/) - An online vacation planning guidebook for Weirs Beach, featuring photos of its natural beauty, and postcards from its fascinating history.
- [Parking Lots](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/parking/parking-lots/) - There are about 460 parking lot spaces in Weirs Beach, where you can park for the whole day and/or night. There are two public, and four commercial private lots. History of the Endicott Rock Park parking lot.
- [Alton Bay](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/lake-winnipesaukee-photo-tour-2/alton-bay/) - Historical postcards of Alton Bay, the Bay View Pavilion, Emerson's Store, the Legionnaire speedboats, Land-Ho, the Myrtle Ann Dining Room, the Alton Bay seaplane base and public beach, views from Bay Hill, Westside Drive, and Busy Corner.
- [Original Weirs Channel Bridge](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/walking/older-bridges-over-the-weirs-channel/original-channel-bridge/) - A stereoview photo of the last wooden bridge over the Weirs Channel, by photographer W.L. Wilder. It was a boxed pony truss bridge. It was not covered.
- [Beach Rules](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/beach-rules/) - Here are the City of Laconia's official rules for using the beach at Weirs Beach.
- [Endicott Rock Statue](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/endicott-rock-statue/) - The new Endicott Rock statue of a Native American was dedicated on June 4, 2005, replacing the previous, "Captain Jack" tobacco store Indian statue (1901-1983).
- [The Maplewood Hotel](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/hotel-weirs-architecture/maplewood-hotel/) - The Maplewood Hotel was built in Bethlehem in 1876 and burned on January 14, 1963. Photos, postcards and engravings of the Maplewood Hotel.
- [Marshfield Base Station](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/marshfield-base-station/) - The Marshfield Base Station of the Mount Washington Cog Railway was reached from Fabyan's junction, at the terminus of two major railroad lines, the BC&M and the Portland Ogdensburg railroads. The Fabyan House.
- [Clough Park](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/endicott-rock-statue/clough-park/) - The history of Clough Park in Meredith, its Old Oak tree, uniques stones, and Indian statues Captain Jack and Chief Chocorua.
- [Summer Events](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/summer-events/) - A list of summer events held in the Weirs Beach, NH area.
- [Old Mount Washington Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/cruises/old-mount-collage/) - A gallery of images of the cruise ship the old Mount Washington; vessel statistics.
- [New Mount Washington Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/cruises/new-mount-collage/) - A gallery of photos of the newer version of the cruise ship Mount Washington; vessel statistics.
- [Downtown Wolfeboro](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/lake-winnipesaukee-photo-tour-1/downtown-wolfeboro/) - Historical views of downtown Wolfeboro, the Wolfeboro waterfront, the Wolfeboro train station, and the Hotel Elmwood.
- [Downtown Laconia](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/revitalization/downtown-laconia/) - Historical postcards of downtown Laconia, showing Woolworths, Moulton's Opera House, the Laconia Unitarian Church, the Eagle Hotel, Bank Square, Mill Street, and the Main Street bridge.
- [Music](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/activities/music/) - Music at Weirs Beach has a long tradition. The Boardwalk Jazz Group. History of the Barbershoppers, the early Weirs Beach music halls, and Irwin's Winnipesaukee Gardens.
- [Museums](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/museums/) - For those interested in Weirs Beach history, the New Hampshire Boat Museum, the Lake Winnipesaukee Museum, and the Belknap Mill Museum are all nearby. History of the Miss Winnipesaukee speedboat rides.
- [Historical Scenic Views from Red Hill](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/hiking/historical-scenic-views-from-red-hill/) - Historical Scenic Views from Red Hill. Illustrations and engravings of the view are the earliest known scenic depictions of Lake Winnipesaukee from high above.
- [Third Weirs Beach Train Station 1893-1939](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/4th-way-down/third-train-station/) - The Third Weirs Beach Train Station (1893-1939) was notable for its canopy over the boardwalk, freight house, and Weirs Cafe. The Station Master's house.
- [Walking the Beach](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/walking/) - Go beach WALKING anytime. Walk to the Aquedoctan stone bridge over the Weirs channel to observe the beach, the boat traffic below and the mountains.
- [Castle In the Clouds](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/hiking/castle-in-the-clouds/) - Historical postcards of the Castle in the Clouds. Views of the Castle from above, at level, and from below.. Views of Lake Winnipesaukee from the Castle.
- [Canoeing on Lake Winnipesaukee](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/boating/canoeing/) - Canoeing was a very popular subject during the heyday of the postcard era. Here are many historical postcard views of canoeing on Lake Winnipesaukee.
- [Historical Scenic Views from Mt. Major](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/hiking/historical-scenic-views-from-mt-major/) - Historical scenic views from Mt. Major
- [Pinnacle Hill](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/hiking/meredith-neck/) - Historical postcard views from Pinnacle Hill on Meredith Neck, looking in three different directions: towards Stonedam Island, or Cummings Cove, or towards Meredith Bay and Lake Waukewan.
- [Quilts At The Weirs](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/quilts-at-the-weir/) - Quilts At The Weirs featured quilts hanging from the porches of the Victorian homes, and the buildings of the New Hampshire Veterans Association, that line Lakeside Avenue in Weirs Beach. Held annually from 2001-2005.
- [Nervura Patent Medicine](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/nightlife/prohibition-in-weirs-beach/nervura/) - Nervura claimed to cure “Nervous Weakness and Physical Exhaustion”. A circa 1890 pamphlet hawking Dr. J. Alonzo Greene’s patent medicine.
- [Utility Wires](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/utility-wires/) - In the mid 1880’s, utility wires were erected right down the middle of Lakeside Avenue. In 2017, the utility wires were buried for good. Timeline of the burial project.
- [Original Music Hall at Weirs Beach](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/activities/music/music-hall/) - The Original Music Hall at Weirs Beach was built in 1886 at Endicott Rock Park. Views of the Original Music Hall from Prescott Farm and White Oaks Road.
- [Lakeside House Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/lakeside-house-gallery-2/)
- [Beach History](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/beach-history/) - The history of the creation of the beach at Weirs Beach. Prior to the 1950s, there was no beach at Weirs Beach; it was just a rocky shore with a diving raft.
- [Third Way Down](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/3rd-way-down/) - In the middle of the boardwalk, a set of stairs, the THIRD WAY DOWN, will take you to the public boat docks. You will cross a foot bridge with built-in seats.
- [New Hampshire Photo Tour #1](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/photo-tours-1/) - New Hampshire Photo Tour #1. Ten views of various locations around the State of New Hampshire. Based on a multiview postcard published circa 1960 by Bromley & Co.
- [State of New Hampshire Visitor Website](https://weirsbeach.com/information/state-of-new-hampshire-official-website/) - The State of NH's tourism department divides the state into six main regions: the Lakes Region, the White Mountains, Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee, Monadnock, Merrimack Valley, and Seacoast.
- [Miller's Dams on the Weirs Channel](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/natives/millers-dam-weirs/) - There were several miller's dams built on the Weirs Channel, until in 1829, the Lakeport dam raised the level of Paugus Bay higher than the Weirs dam.
- [White Oaks Road](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/activities/music/music-hall/white-oaks-road/) - Views of Weirs Beach taken from the Prescott Farm on White Oaks Road.
- [Bicycling](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/bicycling/) - In Weirs Beach, you can go mountain biking off of Hilliard road, Scenic/Roller Coaster road, and White Oaks road. Easy, nearby bicycling trails are the WOW trail and the Winnipesaukee River Trail.
- [Sophie C. Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/cruises/the-sophie-c/) - A gallery of images of the cruise ship Sophie C.; vessel statistics.
- [Lake Winnipesaukee Photo Tour #1](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/lake-winnipesaukee-photo-tour-1/) - Lake Winnipesaukee Photo Tour #1. Ten views of various locations around Lake Winnipesaukee.
- [Historical Events](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/) - A history of the events that have enjoyed a long run in Weir Beach, but that are no longer being held, or that have relocated elsewhere.
- [Churches](https://weirsbeach.com/services/churches/) - There are two churches located right in Weirs Beach: the Weirs United Methodist Church, and the Cornerstone Christian Fellowship. History of the Grange Hall, Sacred Heart Church, and the Armory.
- [Fishing](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/fishing/) - Fishing in the Weirs Beach area is fun. Guided tours are available, or you can rent a fishing boat. Bring a copy of the NH Fish and Game Department's guidebook. There are 28 fish species in Lake Winnipesaukee.
- [Other Steamships](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/other-steamships/) - Other famous steamships that serviced Weirs Beach and Lake Winnipesaukee.
- [Prescott Farm - NOT](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/nature-walking/prescott-farm/) - There were two Prescott Farms: one in Weirs Beach, and one in Wolfeboro. The one in Wolfeboro was also called the Pinkham Farm, King’s Hill Inn, Hotel Prescott, and the General Wolfe. It is now the Windrifter Resort.
- [Uncle Sam Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/cruises/uncle-sam-collage/) - A gallery of photos of the cruise ship Uncle Sam; vessel statistics.
- [Laconia Street Railway](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/laconia-street-railway/) - The Laconia Street Railway provided electric trolley service to Weirs Beach from June of 1899 until August of 1925.
- [City Services](https://weirsbeach.com/services/city-services/) - Services offered by the City of Laconia include the Fire Department, the Police Department, the Laconia Library, the Weirs Public Docks, the Weirs Community Center, and the Weirs Community Park.
- [Laconia-Lakeport Aerial Photo Collection](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/lake-winnipesaukee-photo-tour-1/laconia-photo-gallery/) - An aerial photo gallery of Laconia and Lakeport. Images from the 1920s to the 1990s. Additional info on Normandin Square and the Fair Street Crossing.
- [Historical Scenic Views from Locke's Hill](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/hiking/historical-scenic-views-from-lockes-hill/) - Historical Scenic Views from Locke's Hill, aka, the view from Kimball's Castle.
- [Loammi Bean Statue](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/large-statue/) - The statue of Loammi Bean, a Civil War soldier, was also a water fountain for humans, horses, and dogs. It was located at the intersection of Lakeside Avenue and New Hampshire Avenue from 1894 -1931.
- [Train Rides](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/train-rides/) - Ride the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad. You’ll be treated to scenery along Paugus Bay if you ride south towards Lakeport; while the northern route takes you along the edge of Meredith Bay.
- [Older Bridges Over the Weirs Channel](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/walking/older-bridges-over-the-weirs-channel/) - The history of the wooden, iron, and steel bridges that spanned the Weirs Channel.
- [Colonials](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/colonials/) - Why Weirs Beach is where Lake Winnipesaukee begins. Colonial discovery of Endicott Rock. The monument. The history of the Weirs Channel. The earliest maps of Weirs Beach showing the land divisions.
- [Lake Winnisquam](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-car/lake-winnisquam/) - Lake Winnisquam. The Belknap Mall. The Winnisquam Bridge. Aviation Point. The Mosquito Bridge. Winnisquam Gardens. John Morrison's Store. The Route 3 Overpass. Mohawk Island. Mohawk Point.
- [Brickyard at Weirs](https://weirsbeach.com/aerial-photo-collection/large-brick-yard/) - The original Brickyard at Weirs Beach. Fernside. Beth Lavertue. Prescott Farm. William H. Parsons. Boivert family.
- [Farm Stands](https://weirsbeach.com/services/farm-stands/) - There are three major farm stands within a 20-minute drive of Weirs Beach. They are Picnic Rock Farms, Moulton Farm, and Beans & Greens. Visit them for fresh produce and home-made baked goods.
- [Lochmere Dam](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/natives/lochmere-dam/) - The Lochmere Dam is located between Lake Winnisquam and Silver Lake. The dam generates hydroelectric power and, in conjunction with the Lakeport dam, controls the water levels in its adjoining lakes.
- [Site Map #2](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/expanded-site-map-2/) - An expanded site map #2 of WeirsBeach.com. The expanded site map #2 includes links to "anchors", i.e., subsections of individual web pages.
- [Railroads](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/) - A history of the railroad lines to Weirs Beach. The Boston, Concord, & Montreal (BC&M), Boston & Lowell (B&L), Concord & Montreal (C&M), Boston & Maine (B&M), and Winnipesaukee Scenic railroad.
- [Acknowledgements](https://weirsbeach.com/acknowledgements/) - Acknowledgements of the photographers, publishers, and information sources that form the basis of the WeirsBeach.com website.
- [Tilton & Belmont Branch](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/1885-map/tilton-belmont-branch/) - The four-mile-long Tilton & Belmont branch of the Boston & Maine railroad opened on August 17, 1889 and closed in 1929. The four stops: Belmont Junction, Gardner's Grove, Tioga, and Belmont Mills.
- [Camp Acadia](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/colonials/interlaken-park/camp-acadia/) - From the 1910’s to the 1950’s a girl’s camp, Camp Acadia, was active on the part of the Interlaken property that is now the Weirs Community Park.
- [Dixon's Point](https://weirsbeach.com/services/city-services/1875-engraving-dixons-point/) - Views of Dixon's Point from the hill at the entrance to Laconia that overlooks Lake Winnisquam. Postcards of the various hotels that were located on the hill: Bay View House, Vue De L’Eau Hotel, Ewebin Inn, Terrace Hotel.
- [Revitalization](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/revitalization/) - The first revitalization plan for the core area of Weirs Beach was created in 1940. Many more plans have been released over the years. Described are the 1947, 1966, 1979, 1998, 2007, and 2016 plans.
- [Foxy Cruise Boat](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/cruises/the-foxy/) - The Foxy and the Foxy II were excursion cruise boats that operated from Weirs Beach and Lakeport from the early 50's through the mid 1960's. Carl Wallace was the captain and owner of the attraction.
- [Fall Events](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/fall-events/) - A list of fall events held in the Weirs Beach, NH area.
- [Travel by Plane](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-plane/) - Travel by plane to Weirs Beach. Fly in, on a private or charter flight, to the Laconia Municipal Airport. History of the Laconia Airport.
- [Lakeport Opera House](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/theaters/lakeport-opera-house/) - The Lakeport Opera House was built in 1882 and restored to its original beauty in 2020. Below are many historical photos of the Lakeport Opera House, Lakeport Square, and the Mount Belknap House.
- [Other Things To Do](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/other-to-dos/) - Other things to do in Weirs Beach include bumper boats, batting cages, climbing walls, ropes courses, bowling, zipline tours, scenic lift rides, children's activities, and escape rooms.
- [Boating](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/boating/) - You can rent a power boat in Weirs Beach at the Winnipesaukee Pier, North Water Marine, or at Winni Marine. Pedal boats can be rented at the public docks. Sailboats can be rented at Fay's in Glendale.
- [Eating Places At Weirs Beach Center](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/eating-places/at-wb-center/) - Eating places at the center of Weirs Beach. History of the Hotel Weirs Ice Cream Parlor, the Hotel Weirs Dining Room, the Lakeside Avenue diner.
- [Weirs Beach Aerial Photos Collection](https://weirsbeach.com/aerial-photo-collection/) - An aerial photo collection of Weirs Beach. Aerial photography of Weirs Beach began in 1924! Extensive photos were taken during the 1950s and 1960s during the heyday of the chrome photo postcard.
- [Nature Walking](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/nature-walking/) - The Weirs Community Park and Prescott Farm offer several short walking trails right in Weirs Beach. Nearby, walk the WOW trail, the Lake Winnisquam trail, and the Winnipesaukee River trail.
- [Lakeport Dam](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/natives/lakeport-dam/) - The Lakeport Dam. Contemporary photos of the Lakeport Dam. Information about its electrical generation and operation. The original falls before the dam. The Elm Street bridge.
- [Convenience Stores](https://weirsbeach.com/services/convenience-stores/) - Fill up your car’s gas tank at Cumberland Farms, the only gas station in Weirs Beach. Boaters can fill up at the gas dock at the Flightcraft General Store. History of convenience stores in Weirs Beach.
- [Laconia Pumpkin Festival](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/fall-events/new-hampshire-pumpkin-festival/) - The New Hampshire Pumpkin Festival is held annually at the end of October in downtown Laconia.
- [Sidewalks](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/sidewalks/) - In 1994, then again in 2017, several major improvements to the sidewalks in Weirs Beach were completed, significantly improving pedestrian safety and convenience.
- [Spring Events](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/spring-events/) - A list of spring events held in the Weirs Beach, NH area.
- [Irwin’s Winnipesaukee Gardens Ballroom](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/activities/music/irwins-ballroom/) - Irwin's Winnipesaukee Gardens ballroom had a capacity of 2000 dancers. The curved stage hosted many a big band, the most famous of which was Duke Ellington and his orchestra.
- [Governor Endicott Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/cruises/gov-endicott-collage/) - A photo gallery of the cruise ship Governor Endicott; vessel statistics.
- [Lakeside Hotel](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/lakeside-hotel/) - The Lakeside Hotel, previously the Lakeside House, existed from the 1940s until it was converted to the Winnipesaukee Marketplace in 1986. Many postcards and brochures of the hotel were produced.
- [Parking History](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/parking/parking-history/) - How the parking situation has changed in the center of Weirs Beach over the years. How six sets of railroad tracks were gradually reduced to one. The many different historical parking configurations.
- [Governor's Island](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/politicians/governors-island/) - Governor's Island brochure, printed in 1928, advertising the lots for sale as the land was subdivided for development.
- [Gypsy Tour Souvenirs 1925 - Present](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/bike-week-guide-covers/gypsy-tour-souvenirs/) - Gypsy Tour Souvenirs from 1925 to the present. Watch fobs, buttons, pins, patches, and many other Gypsy Tour souvenirs.
- [Tobogganing](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/winter-sports/tobogganing/) - During the City of Laconia’s Winter Carnivals held in the early 1920s, sliding down the half-mile long Toboggan Chute was the most popular activity.
- [Tarlson's Arcade](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/shopping/other-shops/large-weirs-sport-center/) - The Tarlson's Arcade building, built by George Tarlson, and its predecessors on the same corner - the Playland Arcade, Kennon's, the Cafe Vix, and the Weirs Candy Kitchen.
- [Historical Scenic Views from West Rattlesnake](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/hiking/historical-scenic-views-from-west-rattlesnake/) - Historical Scenic Views from West Rattlesnake. The view is of Squam Lake.
- [Colonial Hotel](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/colonial-hotel/) - The Colonial Hotel was built in 1888, replacing the Senter House. The Colonial was the grand hotel of Center Harbor. The Colonial Hotel burned in 1919.
- [Fireworks](https://weirsbeach.com/fireworks/) - This year's schedule of fireworks in Weirs Beach. The history of the Weirs Beach fireworks.
- [Water Ski Exhibition](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/boating/water-ski-exhibition/) - A ski boat from the Weirs Ski Club pulls a "look-no-hands!" waterskier by the Irwin's Winnipesaukee Gardens for a water ski exhibition in the early 1960s.
- [Weirs Beach Arrow Sign](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/weirs-beach-arrow-sign/) - The world-famous Weirs Beach Arrow sign. The 4400 lb sign features 696 11-watt chaser bulbs, 200 feet of neon tubing, and lights up in a distinctive pattern beckoning visitors to Weirs Beach.
- [Nightlife](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/nightlife/) - The party never stops at Weirs Beach. A list of the nighttime entertainment and the popular nightspots at Weirs Beach. Live bands, cocktails, and great company. Historical postcards of moonlight on Lake Winnipesaukee.
- [Interlaken Park](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/colonials/interlaken-park/) - The history of Interlaken Park, which was on Interlaken Avenue, and the former Camp Acadia, nearby what is currently Lucerne Avenue, Alpenrose plaza, and the Weirs Community Park.
- [Story's Tavern Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/storys-tavern-gallery-2/) - A gallery of images and information about Story's Tavern and its annex, the Good Luck House. In the late 1920s, the hotel was renamed Cawley's. In the late 1940s, it was renamed the Weirs Hotel and Cabins.
- [Eating Places At Weirs Beach Entrance](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/eating-places/at-wb-entrance/) - Eating places at the entrance to Weirs Beach. History of Karl's.
- [Dr. J. Alonzo Greene (J.A. Greene)](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/dr-j-alonzo-greene/) - Biography of Dr. J. Alonzo Greene. J.A. Greene was a long-time owner of the New Hotel Weirs, Mayor of Laconia from 1901-1903, and owner of the patent medicine Nervura. He was a fascinating character.
- [Accommodations On Weirs Boulevard (Route 3 South)](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/on-weirs-boulevard/) - Accommodations and lodging on Weirs Boulevard in Weirs Beach, Laconia, NH. These Motels, Cottages and Inns are all a short drive from the beach and boardwalk.
- [Horseback Riding](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/horseback-riding/) - The best horseback riding in the area is found in the beautiful nearby mountain ranges - the Belknap mountains and the Ossipee range, where there are miles and miles of trail riding adventure.
- [Water Parks](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/water-parks/) - There have been two water parks in Weirs Beach: the Weirs Beach Waterslide (circa 1980-2013); and Surf Coaster U.S.A. (1983-2006). Both have been torn down.
- [History of Laconia Motorcycle Week | 1946 - 1966](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/history-of-laconia-motorcycle-week-1946-1966/) - History of Laconia Motorcycle Week from 1946-1966
- [History of Laconia Motorcycle Week | 1916 - 1924](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/bike-week-guide-covers/) - History of Laconia Motorcycle Week from 1916-1924.
- [Site Map #1](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/expanded-site-map/) - An expanded site map #1 of WeirsBeach.com. The expanded site #1 map includes links to "anchors", i.e., subsections of individual web pages.
- [Campground Facilities](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/campgrounds/) - Campground facilities in Weirs Beach. For those who prefer inexpensive lodging and to be closer to nature. History of camping in Weirs Beach.
- [Railroad Brochures](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/railroad-brochures/) - A photo gallery of Boston & Maine railroad brochures, booklets and timetables from the 1880s through the 1930s, the heyday of railroad service to Weirs Beach.
- [Public Docks 1950s](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-boat/large-docks/) - The Weirs Beach public docks in the 1950s. Today’s docks do not have a railing separating the main dock from the inner lagoon. The inner lagoon is now too shallow to dock boats.
- [New Hampshire Photo Tour #3](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/photo-tours-3/) - New Hampshire Photo Tour #3. Ten views of various locations around the State of New Hampshire. Based on a multiview postcard published circa 1960 by Bromley & Co.
- [Lake Winnipesaukee Photo Tour #2](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/lake-winnipesaukee-photo-tour-2/) - Lake Winnipesaukee Photo Tour #2. Twelve views of various locations around Lake Winnipesaukee.
- [Irwin's Gardens 1950s](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/museums/irwins-30s/) - Irwin's Winnipesaukee Gardens from the 1930s through the 1950s. Photos of the Miss Winnipesaukee speedboat ride, ride tickets and advertisements.
- [Tennis](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/tennis/) - The Gilford Hills Tennis and Fitness Club offers three outdoor tennis courts, four indoor tennis courts, and three raquetball courts. The City of Laconia offers many free facilities for raquet sports.
- [Golfing](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/golfing/) - There are quite a few golf courses in the Weirs Beach area, but the nicest, and most convenient, is the 18-hole Waukewan golf course in Meredith. Near Weirs Beach are another 8 golf courses!
- [Winter Events](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/winter-events/) - Winter events in the Weirs Beach, N.H. area include the Greater Meredith Rotary Ice Fishing Derby, the Laconia World Championship Sled Dog Derby, and the New England Pond Hockey classic.
- [Endicott Rock Monument Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/colonials/large-endicott-rock/) - A photo gallery of the Endicott Rock Monument. The earliest photo known of Endicott Rock, from a stereoview by W.L. Wilder. Photos of the Monument from 1892-1901, without statue and with wooden bridge.
- [Methodists](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/methodists/) - A history of the Methodist Campground in Weirs Beach. Other Christian denominations also found Weirs Beach an ideal place for their week-long summer meetings.
- [Hotel Samoset](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-amusement-arcades/history-of-the-half-moon/hotel-samoset/) - The Hotel Samoset was called the Chateau De Lis when first built on Centenary Avenue circa 1900. The Hotel Samoset operated from the mid-1920s until 1954, when it became Locke's Manor, a rooming house.
- [Steamships](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/) - A history of steamships to Weirs Beach. The Lady of the Lake, the Chocorua, and the original steamer Mount Washington. A history of stagecoach transportation from Center Harbor.
- [Boardwalk Breach](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/boardwalk-breach/) - Repairs to the boardwalk during a 2008 storm were not completed until 2010. Information about the Meredith Interceptor, the major sewerage line buried underneath the boardwalk.
- [Motorcycle Racing at Belknap in the 1950s](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/mc-week-race-start-50s/) - Motorcycle racing at the Belknap Mountain Recreation area in the 1950s. During the 50s, the resort rivaled Weirs Beach as a center of Motorcycle Week activity, with the races being a huge draw.
- [The Shangri-La](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-car/shangri-la-motel/) - The Shangri-La resort hotel and motel. Photos, postcards and brochures from the 1950s and 1960s.
- [Original Ice House](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-amusement-arcades/history-of-the-half-moon/original-ice-house/) - The original ice house in Weirs Beach was at the southern edge of Moulton's Cove, on Paugus Bay, adjacent to the railroad tracks, where the ice could be easily loaded onto freight trains and shipped.
- [The Shore Path](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/methodists/shore-path/) - The Shore Path was a walkway along Doe Point, the eastern, Lake Winnipesaukee edge of the Methodist Campground.
- [Boat Carnivals and Private Wharves](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/large-private-wharf/) - Boat carnivals and private wharves, the Belle of the Isles, the Swallow, and the Flying Yankee. The Weirs Beach waterfront was a very busy place in the 1920s.
- [Aquedoktan Hotel](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/aquedoctan-hotel/) - Aquedoctan Hotel. Aquedoktan Hotel. Pleasant View House. Park View Hotel. Eden Roc. Dragon Villa. Sand Bar Beach Resort. Weirs Beach Smokehouse. Wide Open Saloon.
- [Medical Services](https://weirsbeach.com/services/medical-services/) - Medical services in the Weirs Beach area include the Concord Hospital-Laconia and the Laconia Clinic. For urgent care, visit Convenient MD or ClearChoiceMD. History of the Laconia Hospital.
- [Methodist Campground Auditorium](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/methodists/auditorium/) - The Methodist Campground Auditorium was built in 1876 at the center of Methodist Circle. It was the focal point for the group's religious meetings for decades.
- [Weirs Seaplane Base (1925-early 1950s)](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-plane/the-weirs-seaplane-base/) - The history of the Weirs Seaplane Base, which began in 1925 and lasted until the early 1950's, from its origins as an airmail service, to its ending as a tourist ride.
- [Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce](https://weirsbeach.com/information/lakes-region-chamber-of-commerce/) - For more area information, check with the Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce (603) 524-5531 on South Main St in Laconia. Stop by to pick up brochures, maps and other area literature.
- [Lady of the Lake and Mount Washington in Center Harbor circa 1885](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/lady-of-the-lake-and-mount/) - Photos of the Lady of the Lake and the Mount Washington steamships in Center Harbor, circa 1885. The steamships competed against each other from 1872-1893.
- [Mount Washington Steamship Leaving Weirs Beach](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/cruises/mount-washington-steamship-leaving/) - A gallery of historical postcards and photos of the Mount Washington steamship leaving Weirs Beach.
- [Christmas Island](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/condominiums/christmas-island/) - Christmas Island is a gated community of private homes reached by a bridge across Langley Cove. On the mainland was Christmas Island Resort (1954-2013), now a townhouse development. Across Weirs Boulevard from the resort was Prescott’s Bay View Camps, now a condominium.
- [Arts and Crafts Shows](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/arts-crafts-show/) - Arts and crafts shows at Weirs Beach, and the nearby lake towns of Meredith, Gilford, Alton, Wolfeboro, and Tilton, are presented by Joyce’s Craft Shows, or by Castleberry Fairs & Festivals.
- [Site Map](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/) - The site map and search engine for WeirsBeach.com, the Aerial Photo Collection, and photo tours of Lake Winnipesaukee (2) and New Hampshire (3).
- [History](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/) - Explore Weirs Beach's long and interesting history: Natives, Colonials, Railroads, Steamships, Methodists, Veterans, Politicians, and the Golden Era. Visit a local museum for more info or a lecture.
- [Recreation](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/) - Stay active while on vacation! Recreation in Weirs Beach includes boating, bicycling, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, golfing, tennis, nature walking, scuba diving, winter and other sports.
- [Atmosphere](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/) - The Weirs Beach atmosphere has improved thanks to the Weirs Action Committee (WAC). Improvements include newly paved roads, buried utilities, improved sidewalks, stylish fencing, flower planters, and clearer signage. Revitalization efforts continue.
- [Parking](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/parking/) - There are many places to park in Weirs Beach. Save time by checking our map of parking lots. Discover what the best parking option is for you. Explore the interesting history of parking in Weirs Beach.
- [Eating Places](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/eating-places/) - Whether you’re looking for fresh seafood, pizza, or a four-course meal, Weirs Beach’s eateries will satisfy your hunger. Visit a Weirs Beach eatery today to find great food and a friendly atmosphere.
- [Events](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/) - Weirs Beach events are some of the most exciting times of the season. Check our schedule to find out when you can get involved in Laconia Motorcycle Week and many other events.
- [Shopping](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/shopping/) - Find what you are looking for at one of Weirs Beach's many shops: the Weirs Jewelry Outlet, Half Moon Gift Shop, Half Moon Beach Shop, Cook's Candy Kitchen, and others.
- [Attractions](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/) - Attractions at Weirs Beach include amusements, cruises, train rides, water parks, mini golf, go karts, theaters, and other things to do.
- [Boardwalk](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/) - The boardwalk at Weirs Beach offers a gorgeous view of the Lake and Mountains and has five ways down to the water.
- [Beach](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/) - Information on the beach at Weirs Beach covers swimming, walking, picnics, children, beach rules, and beach history.
- [Location](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/) - The various modes of travel to Weirs Beach include car, boat, plane, bus and train.
- [Activities](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/activities/) - Activities at Weirs Beach include fireworks over the beach, music on the boardwalk, and other goings-on.
- [Diamond Island House](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/diamond-island-house/) - The Diamond Island House in 1861. The Lady of the Lake steamship regularly serviced the house. The structure became the Hotel Weirs after it was dismantled and moved over the ice in 1880.
- [Rublee's Band](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/rublees-band/) - Rublee's Band on the front steps of the New Hotel Weirs
- [Doris E. Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/cruises/doris-collage/) - A gallery of images of the cruise boat Doris E.; vessel statistics.
- [The Half Moon](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/) - The Half Moon. Links to all five Half Moon businesses.
- [Photo Tours](https://weirsbeach.com/photo-tours/)
- [Winter Sports](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/winter-sports/) - Some of the winter sports popular in the 1930’s are still quite popular today; this would include skiing, skating, and snowshoeing. Much less popular today are coasting, sleighing and tobogganing.
- [Boat-O-Rama](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/boat-o-rama/) - The Boat-O-Rama boat show at Weirs Beach in the 1950s was an on-the-water boat show that was repeated annually for a few years. Also known as Boatarama.
- [Steamship Chocorua](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/chocorua/) - Originally named the “Dover”, the Chocorua’s maiden voyage was on August 18, 1852. After the Mount Washington steamship replaced her in 1872, she was retired and used sparingly until dismantling in 1875.
- [Belknap Mountain Recreation Area](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/lake-winnipesaukee-photo-tour-2/belknap-mountain-recreation-area/) - Historical postcards, photos, maps and info about the Belknap Mountain Recreation Area, the Mount Rowe Chair Tramway, Northland Skis, the Snow Train, the Lodge, the Ski Jumps, and the Hill Climb.
- [Colonial Theater](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/theaters/colonial-theater/) - Historical postcards of the Colonial Theatre, including of the exterior, stage, seating, lobby and marquee.
- [Accommodations At The Center Of Town](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/at-wb-center/) - Accommodations and lodging at the center of Weirs Beach, Laconia, NH. These Motels, Cottages and Inns are all within easy walking distance of the beach and boardwalk.
- [1952](https://weirsbeach.com/aerial-photo-collection/1952-4/) - Aerial photo taken in 1952, but from the 1955 official program for Laconia Motorcycle Week. Postcard of Ike (Dwight D. Eisenhower) visiting the Laconia Tavern shortly after the 1955 event.
- [Loch Haven Inn](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/lake-winnipesaukee-photo-tour-1/lochhaven/) - Postcards, brochures, and history of the Loch Haven Inn & Cottages. The Inn was located on Route 3 (Daniel Webster Highway) in Meredith from 1933-1966.
- [New Hampshire Veterans Association History](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/) - New Hampshire Veterans' Association History
- [Romeo’s Balcony](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/at-wb-center/romeos-balcony/) - Romeo's Balcony is a vacation rental home in Weirs Beach, Laconia, NH. The house is a close walk to the beach and boardwalk.
- [Castle Rest](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/at-wb-center/castle-rest/) - Castle Rest is a charming Victorian vacation rental home in Weirs Beach.
- [Laconia Sled Dog Derby Buttons](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/winter-events/sled-dog-buttons/) - A gallery of sled dog derby buttons from 1929-1998. The buttons were produced annually for the Laconia Sled Dog Derby, the "World Championship" of sled dog racing.
- [History of Laconia Motorcycle Week | 1925 - 1945](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/history-of-laconia-motorcycle-week-1925-1945/) - History of Laconia Motorcycle Week from 1925-1945.
- [Colonial Theater Restoration Effort](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/theaters/colonial-restoration/) - The effort to restore the Colonial Theatre spanned many years. The restoration efforts from 2007-2010 are described here.
- [New Hampshire Marathon](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/fall-events/new-hampshire-marathon/) - The New Hampshire Marathon is held at Newfound Lake.
- [New Hampshire Motor Speedway](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/fall-events/nh-motorspeedway/) - The New Hampshire Motor Speedway hosts a NASCAR Cup Series race every summer. Close to 100,000 people attend the 300-lap race around the 1 mile oval.
- [Dragon Boat Festival](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/fall-events/dragon-boat-festival-2/) - The Dragon Boat Festival is a fundraiser for the Lakes Region Cancer Support Team. The festival takes place in late September.
- [Biketemberfest](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/fall-events/biketemberfest/) - Biketemberfest is a weekend-long block party on Lakeside Avenue in Weirs Beach in mid-September. It begins at 5pm on Friday and ends at 5pm on Sunday.
- [Reach the Beach Relay](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/fall-events/reach-the-beach-relay/) - The Reach the Beach Relay begins in Bretton Woods and ends at Hampton Beach. It is one of the longest distance running relay races in the USA. The race reaches its halfway point at Weirs Beach.
- [Antique & Classic Boat Show](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/summer-events/antique-boat-show/) - The Antique & Classic Boat Show is held annually at the end of July. The show began in 1974 in Weirs Beach, moved to Meredith in 2003, then moved to Wolfeboro in 2016.
- [Winni Derby (Lake Winnipesaukee Fishing Derby)](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/spring-events/winni-derby/) - The Winni Derby (Lake Winnipesaukee Fishing Derby) is an annual event presented by a partnership of the Laconia Rotary Club and the Daniel Webster Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Cash and prizes are awarded for major catches of Landlocked Salmon and Lake Trout.
- [Wake the Lake](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/spring-events/wake-the-lake/) - Wake the Lake is a weekend-long block party on Lakeside Avenue in Weirs Beach that takes place in mid-May. Festivities begin on Friday at 5pm and end on Sunday at 5pm.
- [Laconia Motorcycle Week](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/) - Over 300,000 bikers will attend Laconia Motorcycle Week, the third-largest Motorcycle rally in the USA, and the world's oldest, having started in 1916.
- [Vendors During Laconia Motorcycle Week](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/motorcycle-week-vendors/) - A list of Motorcycle Week vendors at the Half Moon, the Beachview Bazaar, and Castle Rest.
- [Weirs Beach Chamber History](https://weirsbeach.com/services/chamber-history/) - The history of the Weirs Beach Chamber of Commerce, including its predecessors and successors.
- [History of Laconia Motorcycle Week | 1967 - Present](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/history-of-laconia-motorcycle-week-1967-present/) - History of Laconia Motorcycle Week from 1967-Present.
- [Meredith Area Chamber of Commerce](https://weirsbeach.com/information/meredith-chamber-of-commerce/) - The Meredith Chamber of Commerce information center is located at 272 Daniel Webster Highway in Meredith.
- [Lakes Region Tourism Association](https://weirsbeach.com/information/lakes-region-tourism-association/) - The Lakes Region Tourism Association (LRTA) Visitors Center is located nearby the Tanger Outlet Center stores in Tilton. The physical address is 617 Laconia Road, Suite 1, Tilton NH 03276. History of the LRTA.
- [Other Information Sources](https://weirsbeach.com/information/other-information-sources/) - Other information sources about the Weirs Beach – Lake Winnipesaukee area include Winnipesaukee.com and the Lakes Region Planning Commission.
- [Accommodations On Endicott Street North (Route 3 North)](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/on-endicott-st-n/) - Accommodations and lodging on Route 3 in Weirs Beach, Laconia, NH. These Motels, Cottages and Inns are all a short drive from the beach and boardwalk.
- [Accommodations Elsewhere in Weirs Beach](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/elsewhere-in-wb/) - Accommodations and lodging near Weirs Beach, Laconia, NH. These Motels, Cottages and Inns are all a short drive from the beach and boardwalk.
- [Condominiums](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/condominiums/) - Condominiums in Weirs Beach. A great choice for expansive lodging, with the most modern facilities.
- [Private House Rentals](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/home-rentals/) - Vacation Rentals in Weirs Beach, Laconia, NH. These homes and houses are all a short drive or close walk from the beach and boardwalk. History of the Peyton Place (Little Cape Codders) motel.
- [Eating Places Elsewhere in Weirs Beach](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/eating-places/elsewhere-in-wb/) - Eating places elsewhere in Weirs Beach. History of the Rose-Edward Lodge and Cabins, the Laconia Tavern, and Chinese restaurants in the Weirs Beach area.
- [Service Stations](https://weirsbeach.com/services/service-stations/) - There is only one service station in Weirs Beach, Gulbicki’s. History of the Lakeside Garage, Blue Sign Garage, Knotty Pine Grill, Teen Haven, and Nashville North. Macadam roads. 1924 auto road map.
- [Other Services](https://weirsbeach.com/services/other-services/) - Hours and location of the Weirs Beach Post Office. Location of ATM machines and public restrooms in Weirs Beach. History of the Weirs Beach and Laconia post offices.
- [Veterans Buildings On Lakeside Avenue](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/veterans-buildings-on-lakeside-avenue/) - Veteran's buildings on Lakeside Avenue from the 1890s to the 1920s include the Cavalry HQ, 9th&11th Regiment , 7th Regiment, 3rd Regiment & Band, and NHVA HQ buildings.
- [Camp Song Lyrics](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-song-lyrics/) - Lyrics to eight of the Camp Songs often sung at the annual NHVA reunions. Links to the Wikipedia entry for each song.
- [Speakers Stand](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/speakers-stand/) - The Speakers Stand was located in the Veterans Grove. The Speakers Stand faced uphill and was directly behind the 7th Regiment building.
- [Sanborn Memorial Stone](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/sanborn-memorial-stone/) - Historical and contemporary views and detailed information about the Sanborn Memorial Stone.
- [Nestledown Farm](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/large-statue/nestledown-farm/) - Nestledown Farm. Zebley. The Plantation House. Lillian Dana Carroll. Pendleton Beach.
- [Dining Pavilion](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/dining-pavilion/) - The NHVA Dining Pavilion (1882-1950s). The Orchard View Observatory (1881-1884). Views of Tower Street and Tower Hill. Veteran's Knapsack. Photos by T.C. Moon, F.J. Moulton, Geo H. Tebbetts.
- [Third Regiment](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/3rd-regiment/) - A photo of the Third Regiment building (1885-1924) in 1897. The Third Regiment building was the only Veterans building destroyed in the Great Weirs Beach Fire of 1924. Photos of reunion ribbons.
- [State Barracks](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/state-barracks/) - There remains one State Barracks building standing. It is now the 28th Regiment Vietnam Vets building. Photos of the Barracks in 1897 and of the remaining building in 2007.
- [Sixteenth Regiment](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/16th-regiment/) - Sixteenth Regiment building (1887-1990’s) in 1897. This building was the most recent NHVA building to be lost, when it burned down on January 12, 1995.
- [Ninth and Eleventh Regiment](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/9th-and-11th-regiment/) - Photos of the Ninth and Eleventh Regiment building in 1895, 1897, 1900, 1905 and 2007. An engraving of the building. A reunion ribbon honoring General Walter Harriman.
- [Fifth Regiment](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/5th-regiment/) - Photos of the Fifth Regiment building in 1897 and in 2007.
- [Seventh Regiment](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/7th-regiment/) - Photos of the Seventh Regiment building (1885-Present) in 1897 and 2007. Memorial ribbons from many of the reunions.
- [Oakland House](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/oakland/) - Oakland was the first house located on Lakeside Avenue from the main road, now Route 3 (Endicott Street North). It is now a privately owned home at 54 Lakeside Avenue.
- [NHVA Headquarters](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/headquarters/) - Photos of the New Hampshire Veterans Headquarters building in 1897, 1905 and 2007.
- [National Veterans](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/national-veterans/) - Views of the National Veterans building from three different angles. This was the largest and most detailed NHVA building, made up of NH veterans who were not in the individual regiments raised in NH.
- [Manchester Building](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/manchester-veterans/) - An 1897 photo of the Manchester Building. Photo of veterans gathered outside the building. Stock certificate for the Manchester Building.
- [Fourteenth Regiment](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/14th-regiment/) - Photos of the Fourteenth Regiment building in 1897 and in 2007.
- [Fifteenth Regiment](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/15th-regiment/) - Photos of the 15th Regiment building in 1897 and in 2007. A 1902, 40th anniversary ribbon.
- [Veterans](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/) - The New Hampshire Veterans' Association (NHVA) are a big part of the history of Weirs Beach. Many of their buildings are still standing. Photos from the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.
- [Hotel Weirs Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/hotel-weirs-gallery/) - A gallery of postcards, brochures, and souvenir items of the grand New Hotel Weirs, from its 1880 beginning as the modest Hotel Sanborn, to its fiery end in 1924.
- [The Lakeview House](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/lakeview-hotel/) - The Lakeview House was built in the early 1880s. The Lakeview House is now called the Lakeview Inn and is still accommodating travelers today. Historical postcards and article on the Lakeview House.
- [Great Weirs Fire of 1924](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/weirs-fire-1924/) - The Great Weirs Fire of 1924 burnt down the New Hotel Weirs, the Methodist Church, the Music Hall, Kennon's Restaurant, the Hotel Weirs Delicatessen, the 3rd Regiment Building, and the Speaker's Stand.
- [Endicott House](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/endicott-hotel/) - The Endicott House was located where the upper parking lot of the Boardwalk Bar & Grill (previously the Weirs Beach Waterslide) is today. It burned down or was taken down in the late 1930s.
- [Golden Era](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/) - The Golden Era of Weirs Beach, from the late 1890s to the mid 1920s. The New Hotel Weirs, Lakeside House, Story's Tavern, Aquedoktan, and Endicott were some of the many hotels that catered to wealthy visitors.
- [Sarah Palin Rally](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/politicians/palin-rally/) - The Sarah Palin rally that occurred in Weirs Beach on October 15, 2008, attracted quite a big crowd. A photo journal of the day's events.
- [Natives](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/natives/) - The history of native inhabitation of Weirs Beach. The dams in Lakeport, Laconia, Lochmere, Tilton,, and Franklin are all obstacles to bringing back the shad.
- [Second Weirs Beach Train Station 1880-1892](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/4th-way-down/second-train-station/) - The Second Weirs Beach Train Station 1872-1892. Photos and other info about the 2nd station.
- [1939 Weirs Beach Fire](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/1939-weirs-fire/) - Photos of the aftermath of the 1939 Weirs Beach fire that destroyed the third train station, the Mount Washington steamship, the canopy over the boardwalk, and a seaplane parked at the seaplane base.
- [1884 & 1870 Boston & Maine Railroad Maps](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/1884-bm-map/) - 1884 & 1870 system maps of the Boston & Maine railroad. From 1870-1884, the B&M was a small regional line that hugged the New England coast between Boston and Portland, Maine, with a short extension from Dover to Alton Bay.
- [Laconia Train Crossing Signals](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/laconia-train-crossing-signals/) - An article from the March, 1953 issue of Boston and Maine Railroad magazine describing the modernization of Laconia’s eight railroad street crossing signals.
- [Concord & Montreal Railroad 1894 Maps](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/cmrr-map-1894/) - Route maps of the Concord & Montreal Railroad system in 1894. Map of the overall system, and a map of the White Mountain District.
- [Concord & Montreal Railroad 1892 Maps](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/cmrr-map-1892/) - Route maps of the Concord & Montreal Railroad system in 1892. Map of the overall system, and a map of the White Mountain District.
- [Boston, Concord & Montreal Railroad System Maps](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/bcm-system-map/) - Maps of the railroad systems of the Boston, Concord & Montreal (BCM) railroad from 1882, 1878, 1875, and 1845.
- [Blockhouse at Aquedoctan](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/colonials/fort/) - Blockhouse at Aquedoctan bicentennial celebration souvenir program and button. The fourteen-foot square fort, better known as a “blockhouse”, or garrison house, was built between June 11-25, 1736.
- [Travel by Car](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-car/) - Fastest ways, and easiest ways, to drive to Weirs Beach. History of Weirs Boulevard and Spindle Point. Historical postcard maps of Lake Winnipesaukee.
- [SUPERSIZED Photos](https://weirsbeach.com/supersized-photos/) - Supersized photos. These images are too large vertically for the DIVI lightbox website feature to show properly.
- [Complete History of The Half Moon](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-amusement-arcades/history-of-the-half-moon/) - A history of the Half Moon. Starting with the Half Moon Tea Room, built by Bob Wagner in the early 1930s, it became a restaurant, bowling alley, and cabins. In 1945, the name was changed to the new owner's, Howard Ballou's. In 1950, Sidney Ames bought the property, and the Half Moon name was back.
- [Original Half Moon Tea Room](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-amusement-arcades/history-of-the-half-moon/original-half-moon-tea-room/) - The Original Half Moon Tea Room. In 1931, Bob Wagner moved the Tea Room down the street to form the core of his new Half Moon block at the center of town.
- [Purchase of the Half Moon Property](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-amusement-arcades/purchase-of-the-half-moon-property/) - An article in the Laconia Citizen, regarding the purchase of the Half Moon property, originally appeared on Dec 14, 1956, and was repeated 50 years later, in Our Yesterdays, on Dec16, 2006.
- [The Half Moon Amusement Arcades](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-amusement-arcades/) - The Half Moon Penny Arcade and the Half Moon Family Fun Center have the most ways to play to WIN of any arcade in NH! Both arcades feature a wide variety of games and a tremendous assortment of prizes.
- [Winnipesaukee Marketplace](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/end/winnipesaukee-marketplace/) - The Winnipesaukee Marketplace was originally the Lakeside House, then the Lakeside Hotel, before it became a restaurant. A footbridge connects the building from Lakeside Avenue.
- [The Half Moon Pizza Stand](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-pizza-stand/) - The Half Moon Pizza Stand has been selling the best-tasting pizza in Weirs Beach for over 60 years. Our pizza dough is made fresh daily. We hand toss, and stretch out, every one of our pizza crusts.
- [The Half Moon Gift Shops](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-gift-shop/) - For a great shopping experience at the center of Weirs Beach, visit the Weirs Jewelry Outlet, the Half Moon Gift Shop, and the Half Moon Beach Shop!
- [Weirs Beach Post Office History](https://weirsbeach.com/services/other-services/weirs-post-office/) - The Weirs Beach Post Office, prior to its current, 1989-present location, was located in its own building at 350 Lakeside Avenue from 1946-1988, on the Winnipesaukee Pier from 1925-1945, and as part of Tarlson's store from 1902-1924.
- [The Weirs Grange](https://weirsbeach.com/services/churches/grange-hall/) - Memorial ribbons and info about the Weirs Grange, Laconia Grange, InterLaken Grange, Winnipesaukee Grange, Lake Shore Grange, Merry Meeting Grange, and Belknap County Grange.
- [Highlands Gas Station](https://weirsbeach.com/services/convenience-stores/highland-gas-station/) - The Highlands Gas Station (1920s-1940s) preceded the current Cumberland Farms. Other historical Weirs Beach service stations with stores were the Handy Landing, Goss's, and Emmons Motor Mart.
- [Other Shops](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/shopping/other-shops/) - Candy shops in the Weirs Beach area include Cook's Candy Kitchen, Kellerhaus, and 603 Candy. Historical gift shops include Karen's, Pinney's, Masseck's, and the Clow Sisters.
- [Hiking](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/hiking/) - You can get incredible views of Lake Winnipesaukee from the tops of THREE different mountains around the lake - Belknap Mountain, Mount Major, and Bald Knob. Each hike takes about 60-90 minutes.
- [Parking Kiosks](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/parking/parking-kiosks/) - There are 13 parking kiosks on Lakeside Avenue to pay for one of the 220 spaces. Parking costs $2 an hour from 9am to 10pm daily. History of parking meters, Jean's Cafe, and the rooftop bandstand.
- [Prohibition in Weirs Beach](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/nightlife/prohibition-in-weirs-beach/) - Over a century ago, Weirs Beach was a “dry” town, due to the the Methodists. A leader of the temperance movement, Carrie Nation, stayed here in the early 1900’s, selling Nervura, a patent medicine.
- [Large Winnisquam Map](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-car/lake-winnisquam/large-winnisquam-map/) - Map of Lake Winnisquam with landmarks and wildlife.
- [Travel by Train](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-train/) - Travel to Weirs Beach by train. From Lakeport or from Meredith, take a scenic ride along the lake on the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad.
- [Original Seaplane Base (1919-1924)](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-plane/original-seaplane-ride/) - The original seaplane base in Weirs Beach (1919-1924) featured a Curtis F seaplane with a pusher engine. Bob Fogg moved the base in 1925. Aviation pioneer Harry Atwood gave seaplane rides in 1912.
- [Spindle Point](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-car/spindle-point/) - Spindle Point. J. Warren Thyng. List of Kilburn stereoviews: Original Weirs Beach Train Station, Second Weirs Beach Train Station, Lake Winnipisseogee, Lady of the Lake. Cyanotype. Cummings Cove.
- [Travel by Bus](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-bus/) - The CHEAPEST way to get to Weirs Beach is to come by bus. History of bus service to Weirs Beach.
- [Approaching Weirs Beach and Other Lake Towns](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-boat/approaching-weirs-beach/) - Approaching Weirs Beach. Approaching Wolfeboro. Approaching Alton Bay. Approaching Center Harbor. Approaching all of the Mount Washington's historic ports of call.
- [Travel by Boat](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-boat/) - Travel by boat to Weirs Beach. Approaching Weirs Beach from the water. History of the Weirs Beach public docks.
- [Granite State Autorama](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/laconia-nationals/) - The Granite State Autorama was a classic car event held in Weirs Beach until 2012. Prizes were awarded for best Hot Rod, Custom, and Muscle. Owners showed off their rides along the Boardwalk.
- [City on the Lakes Triathalon](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/city-on-the-lakes-triathalon/) - City on the Lakes Triathalon in Laconia, NH
- [Bass Federation Eastern Division](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/the-bass-federation-eastern-division/) - In 2008 a bass fishing tournament was held on Lake Winnipesaukee during the third week of September. Sponsored by FLW Outdoors, the largest organizer of fishing tournaments in the USA, the tournament may return in the future.
- [Motorcycle Rally Games Booklet](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/history-of-laconia-motorcycle-week-1946-1966/motorcycle-games-booklet/) - How to Get More Enjoyment From Your Motorcycle. Booklet of motorcycle games published by the Harley-Davidson Motor Company in the 1950s.
- [Weirs Beach Riot of 1965 - Life Magazine Article](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/weirs-riot-2/) - “Come to the Riot. See Weirs Beach Burn” was the title of the article that appeared in Life Magazine after the riot that took place during Motorcycle Week in 1965.
- [Weirs Beach Riot of 1965](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/weirs-riot/) - The Weirs Beach Riot of 1965 received front-page news coverage in the New York Times. A group of Hells Angels were held responsible for starting the riot. Press photos of the rioters being arrested.
- [Winnipesaukee Pier Gallery (1909-1924)](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/5th-way-down/winnipesaukee-pier/) - A gallery of historic photos of the original Winnipesaukee Pier (1909-1924). A Winnipesaukee Pier brochure describing the boats available for rent.
- [End](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/end/) - At the END of the boardwalk, if your walk has made you hungry, walk straight ahead to the Winnipesaukee Marketplace. History of military bands and parades on the boardwalk.
- [Hotel Weirs Wharf](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/5th-way-down/hotel-weirs-wharf/) - The Hotel Weirs Wharf (circa 1885-1909). Later known as the Hotel Weirs Recreation Pier.
- [Fifth Way Down](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/5th-way-down/) - The FIFTH WAY DOWN to the Lake leads to the Winnipesaukee Pier, past several shops and an arcade, to East Coast Flightcraft, where you can rent a boat.
- [Fourth Way Down](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/4th-way-down/) - The FOURTH WAY DOWN from the boardwalk will take you down the long ramp from the train station to the cruise boats. History of the train station.
- [Second Way Down](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/2nd-way-down/) - The Second Way Down were a set of stairs that descended down to the beach, but due to beach erosion, these stairs were removed in 2010.
- [Swimming](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/swimming/) - The best time to go SWIMMING is from the end of June through the end of August, when the water temperature is in the 70ºs.
- [Picnic](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/picnic/) - The best time to have a PICNIC is at lunchtime. Adjoining the beach is pretty Endicott Rock park, with picnic tables along the beach and the Weirs channel.
- [Panoramic View of Weirs Bay](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/walking/large-panorama/) - Panoramic view of Weirs Bay identifying Pinnacle Hill, Sandwich Dome, Red Hill, Mt. Tripyramid, Mt. Whiteface, Mt. Passaconaway, Mt. Paugus, Mt. Chocorua, Black Snout, Mt. Roberts, Faraway Mt., Mt. Shaw, Mt. Flagg, and Big Ball Mt.
- [Aquedoctan Stone Bridge](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/walking/stone-bridge/) - Historical postcards and photos of the Aquedoctan stone bridge over the Weirs Channel, built in 1932 of granite obtained from the John Swenson Granite quarry in Concord.
- [Beach Connected to Docks](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/beach-history/beach-connected-to-docks/) - A 1962 photo showing that the beach was once connected to the public docks. History of the second stairway to the beach. Various photos of the bathhouse at the beach taken decades apart.
- [Theaters](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/theaters/) - Theaters in Weirs Beach and nearby include the Weirs Beach Drive-In, the Lakeport Opera House, the Colonial Theatre, and many others. Dramatic arts in the Weirs Beach area.
- [Mini Golf](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/mini-golf/) - Miniature golf afficionados have four courses in Weirs Beach to choose from: the Daytona Fun Park, Logs of Fun, Funspot’s Famous Landmarks of NH, and Pirate’s Cove.
- [Lady of the Lake Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/cruises/lady-of-the-lake-collage/) - A gallery of images of the cruise ship Lady of the Lake; vessel statistics.
- [Cruises](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/cruises/) - The Mount Washington, Sophie C., and Doris E. are the three cruise boats departing from Weirs Beach. Historically, many other cruises have left the port.
- [Amusements](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/amusements/) - At the very center of Weirs Beach you’ll find the HALF MOON AMUSEMENT ARCADES. There are actually TWO arcades: a Penny Arcade and a Family Fun Center. History of arcades in Weirs Beach.
- [Captain Jack Statue](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/endicott-rock-statue/large-statue/) - The Captain Jack statue was a cigar store Indian donated by Dr. J.A Greene, owner of the New Hotel Weirs, and placed atop the Endicott Rock monument in 1901.
- [Winnecoette House](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-car/winnecoette/) - The Winnecoette House. Views of the Lake from the House. Summer Saunterings. J. Warren Thyng. The Shangri-La. Paugus Bay.
- [Postcard History](https://weirsbeach.com/acknowledgements/postcard-history/) - A look at postcard history, and how postcards are so useful to the WeirsBeach.com website.
- [Historical Scenic Views from Mt. Belknap](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/hiking/scenic-views-gallery/) - Historical Scenic Views from Mt. Belknap
- [Weirs Steamboat Landing](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/steamboat-landing/) - Detail from an 1860 map of Belknap County. The map shows the location of not one, but of TWO railroad depots in Weirs Beach, and of the post office (P.O.), which was at the “Old Red House“.
- [Weirs Channel Bridge, Mailboat Uncle Sam, Trolley Car and Private Automobile](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/walking/older-bridges-over-the-weirs-channel/large-bridge/) - The mailboat Uncle Sam, a trolley car, and a private automobile all converge in a postcard of the Weirs Channel bridge. The Trolley crossed the bridge on the Paugus Bay side.
- [Passengers Loading the Steamship](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/large-steamship/) - Passengers loading the steamship Mount Washington at Weirs Beach and other port towns around Lake Winnipesaukee. At the center of the paddlewheel box was a decorative carving known as a lunette.
- [Public Bandstand at Irwin's](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/5th-way-down/bandstand-at-irwins/) - The public bandstand at Irwin's Winnipesaukee Gardens was built in the late 1920s and taken down in the early 1950s.
- [Square Dancing](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/activities/square-dancing/) - From circa 1980 to circa 2010, the Winnipesaukee Squares square dancing club met on the boardwalk in Weirs Beach every Thursday night in July & August.
- [New Hampshire Photo Tour #2](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/photo-tours-2/) - New Hampshire Photo Tour #2. Ten views of various locations around the State of New Hampshire. Based on a multiview postcard published circa 1960 by Bromley & Co.
- [Other Sports](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/other-sports/) - Other sports in the Weirs Beach area
- [Politicians](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/politicians/) - Politicians who have visited Weirs Beach include Donald J. Trump, Sarah Palin, Bob Dole, George H.W. Bush, Theodore Roosevelt and Grover Cleveland.
- [Weirs Action Committee](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/wac/) - The Weirs Action Committee (WAC) was established in 1995 to preserve the unique and historic character of Weirs Beach by improving the quality and appearance of Laconia’s resort community.
- [Half Moon Beach Shop](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/shopping/half-moon-beach-shop/) - The Half Moon Beach Shop sells resort wear and hats; bathing suits and beach fashions; beach sandals, clogs, and flip flops; kids bathing suits and tops; and towels.
- [Half Moon Gift Shop](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/shopping/half-moon-gift-shop/) - The Half Moon Gift Shop sells lighters and key chains; novelties and souvenirs; T-shirts and caps; and men’s bathing trunks and sandals. Our merchandise is ever-changing.
- [Weirs Jewelry Outlet](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/shopping/weirs-jewelry-outlet/) - The Weirs Jewelry outlet sells beads, bracelets and necklaces; rings, toe rings and crystal; silver jewelry and body jewelry; wind chimes, figurines and candles; and sunglasses.
- [Go Karts](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/go-karts/) - Weirs Beach features TWO exciting Go Kart tracks: the Daytona Fun Park, and the Weirs Beach Go-Kart Track. Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls, start your engines!
- [First Way Down](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/1st-way-down/) - At the boardwalk’s start is the first way down. Stairs lead down to the middle of the beach and the bathhouse. Handicap access to the beach is via an adjoining ramp.
- [Begin](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/begin/) - The boardwalk BEGINS on Lakeside Avenue. It runs the full length of Weirs Beach, offering a gorgeous view of the lake and mountains with every step.
- [Children](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/children/) - The best time to bring CHILDREN is when the beach is officially open—and attended by a lifeguard. There is a playground near the Endicott Rock monument, and swings near the bathhouse.
- [Weirs Souvenir Gallery](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/museums/souvenir-gallery/) - The Weirs Souvenir was a small booklet of 9 engravings of various scenes in and around Weirs Beach, based on photos taken by F.J. Mouton in the 1880s, and published by E.E. Moulton in 1889.
- [Camp Edmund Tetley](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-edmund-tetley/) - Biography of Edmund Tetley, honoree of the 1924, 49th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Mason W. Tappan](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-mason-w-tappan/) - Biography of Mason W. Tappan, honoree of the 1894, 18th reunion of the NHVA
- [State Seal of New Hampshire](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/state-seal-of-new-hampshire/) - The State Seal of New Hampshire in 1905. The seal was later redesigned. This version of the seal matches what is seen on the 1882-1884 reunion ribbons.
- [Avery Dam](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/natives/avery-dam/) - The Avery Dam, in existence since 1791, was rebuilt in 1949. The dam provides hydroelectric power and controls the water level of Lake Opechee.
- [United Baptist Church of Lakeport](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/theaters/lakeport-opera-house/united-baptist-church-of-lakeport/) - The United Baptist Church of Lakeport, formerly known as the Park Street, Free Will Baptist Church.
- [Wiccopee Baskets](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/natives/wiccopee-baskets/) - Wiccopee was the name for a species of leatherwood that the Abenaki tribe used to weave into the baskets used to fish shad out of the Weirs Channel.
- [Key to 1927 Tourist Map of Lake Winnipesaukee](https://weirsbeach.com/services/chamber-history/key-to-1927-tourist-map-of-lake-winnipesaukee/) - Key to the 1927 Tourist Map of Lake Winnipesaukee.
- [Camp Charles E. Buzzell](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-charles-e-buzzell/) - Biography of Charles E. Buzzell, honoree of the 1914, 38th reunion of the NHVA
- [1923 NHVA Map](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/1923-nhva-map/) - 1923 Sanborn Fire Insurance map of Weirs Beach showing the location of the NHVA buildings and the Weirs Hotel.
- [Original Methodist Church](https://weirsbeach.com/services/churches/methodist-church/) - The Original Methodist Church opened on October 17, 1886, and burned on November 9, 1924, in the Great Weirs Fire.
- [Arc Sign](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/arc-sign/) - The arc sign over New Hampshire Avenue was installed in 1883 and remained in place until the 1930s.
- [Beach Monitoring Station](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/swimming/beach-monitoring-station/) - The Beach Monitoring Station at Weirs Beach monitors the quality of the water for swimming.
- [Original Weirs Beach Train Station 1859-1879](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/4th-way-down/original-weirs-beach-station/) - The original train station in Weirs Beach (1859-1879). Engraving by John Badger Bachelder. Edgar H. Wilcomb. Ballou’s Pictorial. Lady of the Lake. Kilburn Brothers. Doe's Brickyard. Wittemann Bros.
- [Fourth Weirs Beach Train Station 1940-1986](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/4th-way-down/fourth-train-station/) - The Fourth Weirs Beach Train Station (1940-1986). Norman P. Randlett. The rooftop bandstand. Nevers' Second Regiment Band.
- [Clyde Cottage](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/story-burns/clyde-house/) - Clyde House is located next to #12 on the Weirs Beach parking map.
- [Lowell Building](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/lowell-building/) - The oldest of all the Veterans building still standing, the Lowell Building was also the first Veterans building to be built. It was named the Lowell Building because it was built by NH veterans residing in Lowell, MA at the time of construction.
- [Cavalry Headquarters](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/cavalry-hq/) - Photos of Cavalry Headquarters (1887-Present) in 1897 and in 2007.
- [Blackstone Circle](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/wac/blackstone-circle/) - Blackstone Circle is the traffic circle at the three-way intersection of Weirs Boulevard and Endicott Streets East and North, where Route 3 meets Route 11B.
- [Weirs Channel 1950s-1960s](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/walking/weirs-channel-50s/) - A postcard gallery of the Weirs Channel in the 1950s-1960s.
- [Belmont Town Beach](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/nature-walking/belmont-town-beach/)
- [Deer Park Hotel](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/hotel-weirs-architecture/deer-park-hotel/) - The Deer Park Hotel was built in North Woodstock in 1887 and burnt on June 23, 1952. Postcards and engravings of the Deer Park Hotel.
- [Forest Hills Hotel](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/hotel-weirs-architecture/forest-hills-hotel/) - The Forest Hills Hotel was built in Franconia in 1883 and razed in 1984. Assorted photos, postcards and a brochure of the hotel.
- [Uplands Hotel](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/hotel-weirs-architecture/uplands/) - The Uplands Hotel in Bethlehem was built in 1880 and razed in 1990.
- [Kearsarge House](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/hotel-weirs-architecture/kearsarge-house/) - The Kearsarge House was built in North Conway in 1861 and burnt in 1917. Photos, postcards and engravings of the Kearsarge House.
- [Hotel Weirs Architecture](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/hotel-weirs-architecture/) - A description and analysis of the architecture of the New Hotel Weirs. Its design style was Queen Anne and Italian Revival, also known as Italianate. Its main architectural element was its twin, off-center, square towers.
- [Brickyard Mountain Inn](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-car/brickyard-mountain-inn/) - The Brickyard Mountain Inn. The Shangri-La. Cedar Lodge.
- [Cozy Inn 1920s](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/at-wb-center/cozy-inn-enlarged-photo/) - A circa 1920s colorized postcard of the Cozy Inn.
- [Naswa Cabin Colony](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/on-weirs-boulevard/naswa-cabin-colony-1950s/) - The Naswa cabins in the 1950s and 1930s.
- [Look Off Rock Motel and Cabins](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/elsewhere-in-wb/look-off-rock/) - Historic postcards and photos of the Look Off Rock Motel and Cabins. The motel stood high atop a steep hill on Scenic Road from the late 1940s until the late 1980s.
- [Lee Mills Steamboat Meet](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/fall-events/lee-mills-steamboat-meet/) - The town of Moultonborough sponsors the Lee Mills Steamboat Meet, an annual 10-day meeting of Steamboats. The Steamboat Meet features a parade of boats each Sunday of the event.
- [The Great Laconia Fair](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/other-to-dos/great-laconia-fair/) - The Great Laconia Fair in 1902 featured a Fakirs' row, a balloon ascension, a parachute jump, gymnasts, contortionists, and fireworks. The fairgrounds were located where Opechee Park is today.
- [Clow Sisters’ Gift House](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/shopping/other-shops/the-clow-sisters-gift-house/) - The Clow Sisters' Gift House was one of the original and best-loved gift shops in the area. The multi-room shop was located on Union Avenue from 1933 to the mid-1960s.
- [Lancaster House](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/hotel-weirs-architecture/lancaster-house/) - The Lancaster House was built in Lancaster in 1882 and burnt on March 31, 1954. Postcards and an engraving of the Lancaster House.
- [Heavy Artillery and Sharpshooters](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/heavy-artillery/) - Heavy Artillery and Sharpshooters building (1896-1990’s) in 1897. Burned down on November 12, 1992. The Laconia Fire Department declared the cause was arson.
- [1906 Waterfront](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/1906-waterfront/) - Views of the Weirs Beach waterfront circa 1906, showing the B.C.&M train and the steamer Mount Washington.
- [Rose-Edward Lodge and Cabins](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/eating-places/elsewhere-in-wb/rose-edward-lodge-and-cabins/) - The Rose-Edward Lodge and Cabins were located where the Akwa Marina Beach Bar is today, at the end of Centenary Avenue. By the late 1960s, the buildings were gone, and the lot was an empty pine grove.
- [Meaning of Lake Winnipesaukee](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/natives/meaning-of-lake-winnipesaukee/) - There are at least five different scholarly interpretations of the meaning of Winnipesaukee, a word derived from the Abenaki oral language.
- [Ahquedaukenash](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/natives/ahquedaukenash/) - The meaning of the Native American word "Ahquedaukenash". In English, the word meant a fish weir. Several explanations of the word appear here.
- [The Endicott House Restaurant](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/weirs-beach-arrow-sign/endicott-house-restaurant/) - The Endicott House Restaurant was located at the intersection of Route 3 and Lakeside Avenue. It was named after the Endicott House hotel, which sat further up the hill on the same lot of land.
- [Lakes Region Playhouse](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/theaters/lakes-region-playhouse/) - The Lakes Region Playhouse was the main "summer stock" theater in the Weirs Beach area from 1950-1982. Many famous Hollywood stars appeared there over the years.
- [Battle of the USS Kearsarge and the CSS Alabama](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/kearsarge-alabama-battle/) - Painting by Edouard Manet of the Battle of the USS Kearsarge and the CSS Alabama
- [Lakeport Drawbridge](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/lakeport-drawbridge/) - The Lakeport Drawbridge, built in 1990, allows the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad passage across Paugus Bay, while maintaining boat access to the Lakeport Landing marina.
- [Student Employment at the Half Moon](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/studentjobs/) - Information for foreign students about summer employment at the Half Moon Enterprises.
- [Clyde House](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/studentjobs/clyde-house/) - Photos of the rooms at Clyde House, a rooming house for foreign student employees of the Half Moon Enterprises.
- [1915 Postcard Folder](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/museums/1915-booklet/) - Take a sentimental journey around Lake Winnipesaukee. Eighteen postcard views from a 1915 souvenir folder.
- [List of AMA Districts](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/motorcycle-week/bike-week-guide-covers/gypsy-tour-souvenirs/list-of-ama-districts/) - List of AMA Districts and Regions
- [New Hotel Weirs Souvenir Folder](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/hotel-weirs-gallery/fold-out-photos/) - A souvenir folder of one dozen photos postmarked in 1907. The New Hotel Weirs is featured on the cover. The other photos are of various scenes in and near Weirs Beach.
- [Northeast Airlines](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-plane/northeast-airlines/) - Photos of the Convair CV-240, the main plane used by Northeast Airlines.
- [Internal Search](https://weirsbeach.com/site-map/internal-search/) - Internal search engine for WeirsBeach.com
- [Story's Tavern Burns](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/story-burns/) - "Fire Destroys Weirs Landmark". A two-page article in the Laconia Evening Citizen, September 27, 1991 issue described the burning of Story's Tavern.
- [Track Car Meet](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/track-car-meet/) - The last White Mountains Track Car Meet occurred in 2012, when more than 50 railroad Track Cars rode the rails into Weirs Beach. After 24 annual events, the event was discontinued.
- [Timberman Triathlon](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/timberman-triathlon/) - The Timberman Triathlon was an annual triathalon event based at Ellacoya State Park from 2000-2016. After a 5-year hiatus, the event resumed at Opechee Park in Laconia from 2021-2022, before it was discontinued.
- [The Tough Mudder](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/the-tough-mudder/) - The Tough Mudder was a 10 mile, 20 obstacle course race. First held locally in 2013 at Gunstock, the event moved to the NH Motor Speedway in 2016, then back to Gunstock in 2018 before the local version was discontinued. The event continues to be held at roughly two dozen locations elsewhere in the USA.
- [Soul Fest](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/soul-fest/) - The Soul Fest took place during the first weekend in August. The festival featured three days of Christian music of all genres, guest speakers, workshops, and discussion groups. After 24 years at Gunstock, the Soul Fest moved to Northfield, Massachusetts in 2023.
- [Smokin Stangs Mustang Rally](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/smookin-stangs-mustang-rally/) - The Smoking Stangs Mustang Rally featured a “Meet and Greet” at Endicott Rock Park; nightly activities on Lakeside Avenue; and events at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway and the New England Dragway.
- [Montreal-Boston Tour](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/montreal-boston-tour/) - The Montreal-Boston Tour was a proposal for an eight-stage bicycle race based on the famous Tour de France. The race would have passed close to Weirs Beach.
- [Lakefest Raft-a-Palooza](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/lakefest-raft-a-palooza/) - The Lakefest Raft-a-Palooza was a fundraising event for the NH Lakes Association. The event attempted to set a world record for the largest free-floating raft of canoes and kayaks.
- [Lake Winnipesaukee Relay Race](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/events/historical-events/winni-relay-race/) - The Lake Winnipesaukee Relay Race last took place on September 7th, 2013. The race consisted of about 100 eight-person running teams, each completing a 65.1-mile circle around Lake Winnipesaukee. The race started and ended in Weirs Beach, with each member of the team completing one leg.
- [Camp William Pitt Moses](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-william-pitt-moses/) - Biography of William Pitt Moses, honoree of the 1908, 32nd reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp William I. Brown](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-william-i-brown/) - Biography of William I. Brown, honoree of the 1897, 21st reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Timothy B. Crowley](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-timothy-b-crowley/) - Biography of Timothy B. Crowley, honoree of the 1887, 11th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Thomas Cogswell](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-thomas-cogswell/) - Biography of Thomas Cogswell, honoree of the 1905, 29th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Orlando W. Keyes](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-orlando-w-keyes/) - Biography of Orlando W. Keyes, honoree of the 1893, 17th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Mortier L. Morrison](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-mortier-l-morrison/) - Biography of Mortier L. Morrison, honoree of the 1919, 43rd reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Major Edward E. Sturtevant](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-major-edward-e-sturtevant/) - Biography of Edward E. Sturtevant, honoree of the 1909, 33rd reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Louis Bell](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-louis-bell/) - Biography of Louis Bell, honoree of the 1890, 14th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Joseph H. Killourhy](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-joseph-h-killourhy/) - Biography of Joseph H. Killourhy, honoree of the 1923, 47th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp John J. Railey](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-john-j-railey/) - Biography of John J. Railey, honoree of the 1913, 37th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp John C. Linehan](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-john-c-linehan/) - Biography of John C. Linehan, honoree of the 1906, 30th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Joab N. Patterson](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-joab-n-patterson/) - Biography of Joab N. Patterson, honoree of the 1924, 48th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Ira C. Evans](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-ira-c-evans/) - Biography of Ira C. Evans, honoree of the 1903, 27th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Henry Willard Clark](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-henry-willard-clark/) - Biography of Henry W. Clark, honoree of the 1918, 42nd reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Harriet P.  Dame](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-harriet-p-dame/) - Biography of Harriet P. Dame, honoree of the 1901, 25th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp George Hamilton Perkins](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-george-hamilton-perkins/) - Biography of George H. Perkins, honoree of the 1907, 31st reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp George H. Chandler](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-george-h-chandler/) - Biography of George H. Chandler, honoree of the 1888, 12th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp General Simon G. Griffin](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-general-simon-g-griffin/) - Biography of Simon G. Griffin, honoree of the 1911, 35th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp General John L. Thompson](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-general-john-l-thompson/) - Biography of John L. Thompson, honoree of the 1910, 34th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp General Gilman Marston](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-general-gilman-marston/) - Biography of Gilman Marston, honoree of the 1912, 36th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Frederick M. Edgell](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-frederick-m-edgell/) - Biography of Frederick M. Edgell, honoree of the 1898, 22nd reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Edward E. Cross](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-edward-e-cross/) - Biography of Edward E. Cross, honoree of the 1889, 13th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Daniel B. Newhall](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-daniel-b-newhall/) - Biography of Daniel B. Newhall, honoree of the 1917, 41st reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Dana Willis King](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-dana-willis-king/) - Biography of Dana W. King, honoree of the 1915, 39th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp D. Arthur Brown](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-d-arthur-brown/) - Biography of D. Arthur Brown, honoree of the 1904, 28th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Colonel Natt Shackford](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-colonel-natt-shackford/) - Biography of Natt Shackford, honoree of the 1921, 45th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Charles W. Pickering](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-charles-w-pickering/) - Biography of Charles W. Pickering, honoree of the 1896, 20th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Augustus Demeritt Sanborn](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-augustus-demeritt-sanborn/) - Biography of Augustus D. Sanborn, honoree of the 1916, 40th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Alvah S. Libby](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-alvah-s-libby/) - Biography of Alvah S. Libby, honoree of the 1902, 26th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Alexander Gardiner](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-alexander-gardiner/) - Biography of Alexander Gardiner, honoree of the 1895, 19th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp Aaron F. Stevens](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-aaron-f-stevens/) - Biography of Aaron F. Stevens, honoree of the 1892, 16th reunion of the NHVA
- [Camp John C. Jenness](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/camp-john-c-jenness/) - Biography of John C. Jenness, honoree of the 1899, 23rd reunion of the NHVA
- [Second Regiment](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/2nd-regiment/) - A photo of the Second Regiment building (1886-1993) in 1897. The building was also known as the “Dame House” after Harriet P. Dame, deemed the “Florence Nightingale of New Hampshire”.
- [Martin Haynes Bio](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/martin-a-haynes-bio/) - Biography of Martin Haynes, honoree of the 44th, 1920 reunion of the New Hampshire Veterans' Association (NHVA).
- [Forty-Fifth NHVA Reunion 1921](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/forty-fifth-nhva-reunion-1921/) - Photos of the Forty-Fifth NHVA Reunion in 1921. Crosswalk and Veterans HQ.
- [Eighth & Thirteenth Regiments](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/8th-13th-regiments/) - A photo of the Eighth and Thirteenth Regiment building (1889-1938) in 1897.
- [Cavalry Avenue](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/cavalry-avenue/) - Historical postcards showing the intersection of the ghost street, Calvary Avenue, with Lakeside Avenue. The street was never built.
- [1892 Map of Weirs Beach](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/veterans/nh-va-history/1892-map/) - An 1892 map of Weirs Beach. The map shows the Veteran's Campground in detail, as well as identifying the owners of various residential properties.
- [1906 Postcard Folder](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/museums/1906-booklet/) - Take a sentimental journey around Lake Winnipesaukee. Twenty four postcard views from a 1906 souvenir folder.
- [Reasons To Visit](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/) - The fifteen reasons to visit Weirs Beach include Location, Beach, Boardwalk, Attractions, Shopping, Activities, Events, Eateries, Nightlife, Parking, Atmosphere, History, Recreation, Fireworks, and Music.
- [Footbridge History](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/end/winnipesaukee-marketplace/footbridge-history/) - The history of the footbridge from Lakeside Avenue to the Winnipesaukee Marketplace. The footbridge was built in 1917 "to afford easier access to the Lakeside House for auto parties."
- [The Half Moon Motel & Cottages](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-motel-cottages/) - Looking for Hotel Motel lodging accommodations in Weirs Beach - Laconia - NH - New Hampshire? The Half Moon Motel and Cottages is the most convenient location, with a beautiful scenic view and pool.
- [The Half Moon Bumper Cars](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-bumper-cars/) - The Half Moon Bumper Cars are full size and can carry a grown-up and a child in the same car. These modern bumper cars pick up their energy from the floor. Come ride today!
- [Prize Assortment](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-amusement-arcades/prize-assortment/) - The prize assortment at the Half Moon Arcades is quite varied. There are all kinds of prizes, from the fun toy or stuffed animal, to housewares, electronics, camping gear, and other useful items.
- [Bob Wagner](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-amusement-arcades/history-of-the-half-moon/bob-wagner/) - Robert ‘Bob’ Wagner was the original owner of the Half Moon. In the early 1930s, he built a restaurant, snack bar, bowling alley, and cabins on the Lakeside Avenue site of the former New Hotel Weirs.
- [Biography of Sidney Ames 1930-1950](https://weirsbeach.com/the-half-moon/half-moon-amusement-arcades/mr-ames-1940/) - Biography of Sidney Ames from 1930-1950. His roots in Orono, Maine, to his time in the Navy during WWII, to the family arcade on the Whiteway in Old Orchard Beach, to his first years in Weirs Beach.
- [1952 Weirs Beach Map](https://weirsbeach.com/services/chamber-history/1952-weirs-beach-map/) - A 1952 map of Weirs Beach with all 87 of the lodgings and accommodations businesses numbered on the map. There was a great variety of accommodations.
- [1947 Weirs Beach Map](https://weirsbeach.com/services/chamber-history/1947-weirs-beach-map/) - An artistically detailed map of the Weirs Beach area from the 1947 Weirs Beach brochure.
- [Teen Haven](https://weirsbeach.com/services/service-stations/teen-haven/) - A 1960s photo of dancing at Teen Haven.
- [Weirs Highlands Brochure](https://weirsbeach.com/services/convenience-stores/highland-gas-station/weirs-highlands-brochure/) - A Weirs Highlands Brochure brochure shows the “camps” (cottages) that were located along Warner Street, and the "cottages" (houses) available for rent.
- [“The Weirs Ski Club Show”](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/boating/the-weirs-ski-club-show/) - The Weirs Ski Club Show was the title of a program cover drawn by artist Peter Ferber for the 34th annual Antique & Classic Boat Show held in 2007 in Meredith.
- [Freight House](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/parking/parking-history/freight-house/) - The freight house was a structure elevated a few feet above the level of the boardwalk. By laying a plank from the house to the train floor, freight could be easily carried to and from the train.
- [Dollhouse on Weirs Boulevard](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/location/travel-by-car/dollhouse-2/) - The dollhouse on Weirs Boulevard. The dollhouse is ornamental and no longer in use. It was constructed in 1925 and was originally a gift shop. Then it was part of the Dollhouse Cottages.
- [Summer Saunterings](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/summer-saunderings/) - Summer Saunterings, a vacation guidebook published by the Boston & Lowell (B&L) railroad in 1885 and 1886.
- [Spelling of Winnipesaukee](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/our-yesterdays/) - The spelling of the name of Lake Winnipesaukee was controversial for nearly 200 years before it was settled by an act of the NH state legislature in 1933. Here is list of the various names by date.
- [Calvert's 1885 Lake Winnipesaukee Map](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/calverts-1885-lake-winnipesaukee-map/) - Calvert’s 1885 Map of Lake Winnipesaukee shows the routes of both the original Mount Washington and the Lady of the Lake steamships.
- [1885 Map of Lake Winnipesaukee](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/steamships/1885-map/) - 1885 Map of Lake Winnipesaukee. A similar 1892 map shows the addition of the Lake Shore Railroad and the Tilton-Belmont branch.
- [Weirs Cafe](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/weirs-cafe/) - The history of the Weirs Cafe, which was attached to the Second Weirs Beach Train Station in 1885, then to the Third Station, before burning in 1939.
- [Snow Train Booklet 1939](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/snow-train-booklet-1939/) - The 1939 Snow Train booklet. The cover and a gallery of page images. The gallery shows 23 of the booklet’s 36 pages.
- [New Hampshire Railroad Map 2011](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/new-hampshire-railroad-map-2006/) - A map of the remaining railroads in New Hampshire as of 2011. A color-coded key to ownership of the railroad lines.
- [Lake Shore Railroad](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/lakeshore-railroad/) - The Lake Shore Railroad, which ran from Alton Bay to Lakeport, opened on June 17, 1890, and closed on May 25, 1935. There were 20 stops in all.
- [Benjamin Ames Kimball](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/cmrr/benjamin-ames-kimball/) - Obituary of Benjamin Ames Kimball, President of the Concord & Montreal Railroad, builder of Kimball’s Castle and the Lake Shore Railroad, and one of New Hampshire’s most important historical figures.
- [Concord & Montreal Railroad](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/cmrr/) - The Concord & Montreal Railroad was chartered in 1889 and only operated independently until 1895, when it was leased by the Boston & Maine railroad.
- [B&M Railroad Timetable 1958](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/bm-railroad-timetable-1958/) - A 1958-1959 winter timetable, published by the Boston & Maine (B&M) Railroad on October 26, 1958. Between Weirs Beach and Boston, the regular stops were in Laconia, Tilton, Concord, Manchester, Nashua, and Lowell.
- [B&M Railroad System Map 1957](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/railroads/1957-bm-railroad-map/) - A map detail showing the remaining B&M lines in Northern NH as of January 1, 1957.
- [Weirs Supper Club](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/lakeside-hotel/weirs-supper-club/) - A Weirs Supper Club poster and matchbook cover.
- [Great Weirs Fire of 1924 Article](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/weirs-fire-1924/fire-article/) - November 12, 1924 article titled "GREAT FIRE DEVASTATION SATURDAY NIGHT". Subtitled "Hotel Weirs, Methodist Church, One Veterans’ Building, Speakers’ Stand and Other Structures Wiped Out".
- [Low Water](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/colonials/low-water/) - A late fall, 2001 photo showing a very low level of Lake water. The dock to the footbridge is completely exposed.
- [Camp Acadia Brochure](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/colonials/interlaken-park/camp-acadia-brochure/) - Brochure for Camp Acadia, a girl’s camp that, from the 1910’s to the 1950’s, was located in Weirs Beach where the Weirs Community Park is now.
- [Camp Acadia Booklet](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/colonials/interlaken-park/camp-acadia-booklet/) - Booklet for Camp Acadia, a girl’s camp that, from the 1910’s to the 1950’s, was located in Weirs Beach where the Weirs Community Park is now.
- [Indian Trails Map](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/colonials/indian-trails-map/) - Indian Trails of the Lakes Region Map by Chester B. Price 1956, ®1957 by the Libby Museum, 1st Reprint 1982. Provided courtesy of the Libby Museum.
- [Endicott Rock Monument Dedication](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/colonials/endicott-dedication/) - An invitation to the dedication ceremony of the Endicott Rock monument, held on August 1, 1892. From the archives of the New Hampshire Historical Society, in Concord, NH.
- [Lakeside House Menus](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/eating-places/at-wb-center/lakeside-house-menu/) - Dinner menus of the Lakeside House from August 9, 1904 and August 26, 1904; and a Supper menu from August 19, 1900.
- [Hotel Weirs Ice Cream Parlor](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/eating-places/at-wb-center/new-hotel-weirs-ice-cream-parlor/) - The Hotel Weirs Ice Cream Parlor was located at the corner of Lakeside Avenue and Tower Street. It burned down in the Great Weirs Beach Fire of 1924.
- [Hotel Weirs Dining Room](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/eating-places/at-wb-center/weirs-hotel-dining-room/) - The Hotel Weirs Dining Room was a major feature of the Hotel. When the Hotel expanded in the late 1890s, the dining room was expanded by adding on a 90' ballroom, separated by five arched doorways with portières (curtains).
- ["Early Arrivals" - Painting of Footbridge at Public Docks](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/3rd-way-down/early-arrivals/) - A watercolor painting by artist Peter Ferber depicting the first annual Antique and Classic Boat show, which was held at Weirs Beach in July 1974, showing the speedboat Miss Winnipesaukee.
- [Weirs Landing 1873 Information](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/4th-way-down/original-weirs-beach-station/weirs-landing-1873-information/) - A description of Weirs Landing and a map from an 1873 tourist guidebook.
- [Boardwalk 1950s](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/boardwalk/end/boardwalk-50s/) - 1950s photos of the Weirs Beach boardwalk and the ramp from the wharf to the fourth train station. Cott Beverage signs were placed atop the buildings. A brief history of Cott Beverages.
- [Weirs Beach Water Temperature](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/swimming/weirs-beach-water-temperature/) - Weirs Beach Water Temperature charts during the summer and fall of 2019. While water temperature can vary somewhat from season to season, these charts give a good insight into what to expect.
- [Weirs Channel Dredge](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/beach-history/weirs-channel-dredge/) - In a May 22, 1950 Laconia Citizen article, Howard Ballou and Ed Hoagland are seen reviewing the plans with an engineer from the Army Corp. for building out Weirs Beach by dredging the Weirs Channel.
- [Ed Hoagland](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/beach/beach-history/ed-hoagland/) - Publicity photo of Ed Hoagland, Romeo Deblois, Peter Makris, John Proctor, George Casana, and Paul Binnette. Ed Hoagland was the publicity and public relations director for the Weirs Beach Chamber.
- [Hotel Sanborn](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/history/golden-era/hotel-sanborn/) - An advertisement for the Hotel Sanborn, which later became known as the New Hotel Weirs. The reverse side was an 1893 train schedule for the Concord & Montreal railroad. Original Hotel Sanborn etching.
- [Concord & Montreal Railroad 1893 Train Schedule](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/train-rides/large-train-schedule/) - An 1893 train schedule of the Concord & Montreal railroad. The reverse side of the schedule was an advertisement for the Hotel Sanborn, which later became known as the New Hotel Weirs.
- [The Gardens Theater](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/theaters/gardens-theater/) - The Gardens Theater sits across Main Street from the Colonial Theatre in Laconia. A movie palace from 1926-1955, and a live performance venue in the 1970s, it has been dormant ever since.
- [Howard Johnson's Restaurant](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/attractions/theaters/ho-jos/) - Howard Johnson's restaurant was built in the late 1940s and served many a hungry customer in Weirs Beach until it burned down in 1984.
- [“Sign of the Times”](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/weirs-beach-arrow-sign/sign-of-the-times/) - "Sign of the Times", an article in the April 29, 2005 issue of the Laconia Daily Sun, describes the annual spring lighting ceremony to turn on the Weirs Beach Arrow sign.
- [“Restored Weirs Sign Cheered”](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/weirs-beach-arrow-sign/restored-weirs-sign-cheered/) - "Restored Weirs Sign Cheered", an article in the May 27, 2006 issue of the Laconia Daily Sun, describes a ceremony celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Weirs Beach Arrow sign.
- ["Restored Weirs Beach Sign Again Beckons to Visitors"](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/weirs-beach-arrow-sign/restored/) - "Restored Weirs Beach Sign Again Beckons to Visitors", an article in the February, 21, 2002 issue of the Weirs Times, describes the restoration of the iconic Weirs Beach Arrow sign.
- [Indian Fishing Ground Turned Pinball Paradise](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/atmosphere/revitalization/indian-fishing-ground-turned-pinball-paradise/) - An article entitled "Indian Fishing Ground Turned Pinball Paradise", regarding the revitalization of Weirs Beach, ran in a September 1, 1976 issue of the New Hampshire Times.
- [Weirs Jazz Series History](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/activities/music/weirs-jazz-series/) - The Weirs Jazz Series ran from 2014-2021 at the Winnipesaukee Marketplace. Below are the posters from each one of those years. Most of the jazz artists based in NH appeared at the venue over the years.
- [Second Railroad Station Engraving](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/activities/music/second-railroad-station-engraving/) - Engraving of the second railroad station in Weirs Beach, 1880-1892.
- [The Music Hall](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/activities/music/music-hall-interior/) - Weirs Beach’s 1903-1924 Music Hall on Tower Street. Photos of the interior of the Music Hall, info about the Hall and the bands that played there, and a bio of Jim Irwin, who owned the Hall.
- [Lakes Region Planning Commission Map](https://weirsbeach.com/information/other-information-sources/lakes-region-planning-commission-map/) - A map of the Lakes Region published by the Lakes Region Planning Commission.
- [1952](https://weirsbeach.com/aerial-photo-collection/1952-2/) - 1952 aerial of the new beach at Weirs Beach. Only the northern end had been built at this point.
- [1950](https://weirsbeach.com/aerial-photo-collection/1950-2/) - 1950 aerial photo of Howard Ballou's Cabins, Restaurant, Bowling Alley and Korner Kubbard.
- [1949](https://weirsbeach.com/aerial-photo-collection/1949-aerial/) - A 1949 aerial view of Weirs Beach, just before there was a beach.
- [Little Cape Codders](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/home-rentals/little-cape-codders-40s/) - The Little Cape Codders was a cottage colony on Weirs Boulevard from the 1940s through the 1960s.
- [Camping at Endicott Rock Park](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/campgrounds/endicott-camping/) - A photo of camping at Endicott Rock Park in the 1920s, showing period cars and tents, the Monument and the Weirs Channel.
- [Information](https://weirsbeach.com/information/) - Visitor information for the towns surrounding Weirs Beach, including the local Chambers of Commerce in Laconia and Meredith, the Lakes Region Tourist Association, the State of NH website, and others.
- [Services](https://weirsbeach.com/services/) - A list of services in Weirs Beach including convenience stores, farm stands, gas stations, churches, city services, and other services.
- [Accommodations](https://weirsbeach.com/accommodations/) - Lodging accommodations in Weirs Beach include hotels, motels, resorts, condominiums, and house vacation rentals offering quality amenities and a comfortable stay. Or rough it at one of many campgrounds!
- [SCUBA Diving](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/recreation/scuba-diving/) - There are many wrecks on the Lake bottom worth exploring - a pile driving barge off of Doe Point, the steamships Belknap and Lady of the Lake. Fathom Divers and Dive Winnipesaukee can take you there.
- [Parking Map](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/parking/parking-map/) - A parking map showing the many parking lots and parking spaces available for car and motorcycle parking in Weirs Beach.
- [Rob Ames](https://weirsbeach.com/reasons-to-visit/activities/music/robames/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(0,0,0,0)”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_post_title meta=”off” featured_image=”off” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ text_orientation=”center” global_module=”14646″ saved_tabs=”all”][/et_pb_post_title][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text admin_label=”text” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”||||||||”] Rob Ames performing at the Winnipesaukee Marketplace in Weirs Beach on 8/3/2019. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://weirsbeach.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/robamesax.jpg” title_text=”INSIDE FRONT COVER LAYOUT” show_in_lightbox=”on” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
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