The Hubbell Trading Post was first established by John Lorenzo Hubbell in 1878, who was one of the most reputed traders in this region, known for his fair rates and stellar quality of goods.
Back in the 19th Century, rug, jewelry, pottery and art merchants would bring their wares to the Hubbell Trading Post to swap for groceries, tools and tobacco amongst other commodities. Not much has changed since those times and today. The Trading Post, also fondly referred to as the 'Bull Pen' still retains its wooden floors and exposed beams. The only difference is the wares which are sold here, which mostly comprises of what any ordinary convenience store would... from chips to batteries and cans of soda, you can find most of what you need for day-to-day living. But the most spectacular aspects about the trading post are undoubtedly the jewelry room and the rug room. Featuring exquisite examples of Navajo craftsmanship, you will be surprised at the array of goods you can find here. Prices are negotiable and Bill, who now runs the trading post, will also oblige connoisseurs with special discounts and priceless advice.
Just like the good old days, no one here, including the attendants is in much of a hurry and if you do need assistance, you may have to ask. Else, it will be assumed that you are simply browsing through the goods on display and left at that. You can even view a live weaving demonstration at the Visitor Center which adjoins the trading post and visit the legendary Hubbell family home, the barn where he stabled the horses and mules he used for his freighting business and even the remains of the Blacksmiths Shop where the mules were shoed and wagons repaired, for a matchless walk down memory lane.
For further information, you can call the Superintendent of the Hubbell Trading Post Historic Site at (928) 755- 3475
The Hubbell Trading Post
Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site
Ganado, Arizona 86505-0150
