Local historian to talk on the story of the Taylor Community

LACONIA — Local historian Warren Huse will give a presentation on “The History of the Taylor Community” on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 6:30 p.m. at Woodside at Taylor Community.

Drawing on selected information from David Bonshurst Hart’s 226-page study “Historic Roots of the Taylor Community: A Continuing Care Retirement Community Founded in 1907,” Huse will lead attendees through important aspects of Hart’s work, including the founding of the Laconia Home for the Aged, Edward Taylor’s contributions to the home, and key events related to the governance and growth of the Taylor Community. He will include insights from officials, residents, historical societies, libraries, and other sources. 

Huse is a native of Laconia and a graduate of Dartmouth College. He served 21 years on active duty in the Army, primarily as an infantry officer. Since 1990, Warren has been writing the weekly “Our Yesterdays” column for The Laconia Citizen and, later, The Laconia Daily Sun. He is also the author of four books on Laconia’s history and has contributed as an editor or co-editor on three additional works.

For over 40 years, Huse has been actively involved as a board member of the Laconia Historical & Museum Society, holding many positions during this time. His extensive historical knowledge has made him a valuable resource for the Laconia community and beyond, earning him the title of town historian.

For additional information, visit laconiahistory.com.