The Belknap Mill is a historic building, and as such holds many stories, experiences and historical information.

Due to its age (built in 1823), there are many things about the Mill that may be unknown to most people. We have made a top 10 list of things we “betcha don’t know” about the Belknap Mill, with some help from a former Belknap Mill board of directors’ member, and a former Mill executive director.

There’s something carefree and fun about an outdoor concert. If the weather is fine and there is a good spot to gather musicians and an audience, such as a park and maybe a food or ice cream vendor nearby, you have the making of a summer outdoor concert.

There was a time when a concert was rare. If a vocalist, pianist, or even a circus act came to Laconia and you could afford the ticket price, you put on your best dress-up attire and spent a delightful evening soaking up the entertainment. By the 1950s and 60s, movies had come on the scene, but attending a program with a professional, live performer was still very special.

A Supreme Effort: Saving the Belknap Mill