Fort Union Trading Post

A short video detailing the lives of hunters at Fort Union. The video also shows a recreation of their living conditions.

A broad introductory video giving a very brief outline of the importance and culture of the Fort Union trading post while describing the possible visitor activities.

Former Ranger Bob Kistart describes the evolution of firearms technology at Fort Union. Hunters progressed from the flintlock rifle to the percussion rifle over the course of the Fort's active duration.

A narrated re-enactment of a trade negotiation between a Fort Union Trader, a Native American Chief, and a translator. The negotiation ceremony is enacted and described in some detail.

A video detailing the importance of the artifacts in Fort Union's Museum Collection in understanding the fur trade story. Several artifacts are examined, the vault is discussed, and there is a bit of re-enactment preformed.

A brief history of the influence and popularity of music during the time of the fur trade at Fort Union, with intermittent musical performances.

A narrated slideshow which provides a brief overview of the archeological studies being done at Fort Union.

Narrator Loren Yellowbird describes the impact of buffalo on the local trade market, and details the process of making a buffalo robe.