A BRIEF HISTORY

Ms. Avis Brody was the original owner of the Howard Johnson Restaurant and Gandy Dancer Saloon back in the 50’s.  She later turned ownership over to her daughter and son-in-law, Skip and Carol MacLean.  1973 saw the addition of the Lobster Pound where Skip designed an ingenious steamer to cook the lobsters and installed a barbeque pit.

The MacLean’s sold to Lou Gaynor and Harvey Chernin in 1984.

In October of that same year, a fire destroyed the restaurant and saloon leaving only the Lobster Pound which, at that time, was a screened-in, stone floor structure.  Lou & Harvey attached a new, permanent building in time for the ‘85 season*.  They continued to make more additions throughout the years.  However, despite all the alterations, Skip’s lobster steamer is still in operation.

*1985 also saw the conception of Motorcycle Week vendor space on the property.

As an annual event since 1923, what began here with four vendors is now a major economic boost in Weirs Beach that lasts for nine days in June .  The Lobster Pound property now hosts 75 major vendors and exhibitors from all over the country.

2008 marks the 85th Anniversary of LACONIA BIKE WEEK

The opening of the 2008 season will mark the
35th anniversary of the Lobster Pound

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