Indigenous Trade at the Fort
Thu, September 10, 2026
See how trade on the Chihuahuan Trail evolved between Native Americans and Anglo/Euro-American at the Fort Leaton then learn how to make your own pottery.
Trade between Indigenous people of La Junta and Anglo/Euro Americans was crucial to European success and became a prevalent part of Native American culture. Pottery and beads were often a traded item. Learn how to make your own pottery and its influence on the La Junta people who prospered here in the Big Bend area
Reservations are required due to limited space. Please email Arian Velazquez-Ornelas to reserve a spot.
Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Fort Leaton State Historic Site. Located on East FM 170 (River Road), approximately 1 mile outside Presidio and 51 miles west of the Barton Warnock Visitor Center. The activity will be held in the Formal Parlor of Fort Leaton.
Bring:
- Clothing you don't mind getting dirty (working with brown clay)
- Water bottle(we have a refill station)
Cost: This event is free with park admission, $5 per person 13 and older. Park Admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass.
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