Indigenous Trade at the Fort
Sat, November 15, 2025
See how trade on the Chihuahuan Trail evolved between Native Americans and Europeans at the Fort Leaton then learn how to make your own pottery.
Trade between Native Americans and Europeans was crucial to European success and became a prevalent part of Native American culture. Pottery was 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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