The stories of trading posts in the Southwest are a unique snapshot of life almost one hundred years ago. In the early 1900’s, trading posts in the Four corners flourished. There were over one hundred trading posts on the plateau, but today only five remain. Why did they vanish? The challenges and unexpected gifts of cross-cultural exchange are factors, as well as the social and economic changes on the reservation and across the country.
About the Speakers
Chris Glenn and Sandy Sunseri have been speaking about the land and people of the Colorado Plateau since 2012 following docent training at the Museum of Northern Arizona. From their in-depth research and related interviews, Glenn and Sunseri have given lectures to their fellow docents and local social and educational groups across Arizona. Their presentation on Arizona trading posts includes a thorough exploration of the events and personalities of the time from multiple points of view..
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This program is made possible by Arizona Humanities