Niagara: An Aboriginal Center of Trade

"Niagara: An Aboriginal Center of Trade" by Peter A. Porter is an exploration of the Niagara Falls area and its importance to Indigenous peoples as a center for trade before Europeans arrived. The book looks at the stories, the land, and how Native Americans and European explorers first met, to show the area's deep history. Porter tells of the myths and customs linked to Niagara Falls, talks about the tribes that met there each year to trade, and shares the legend of the "Erie Stones" that were thought to have healing powers. The book also looks at when Europeans first saw the falls, highlighting how important the area was for trade routes and as a place to carry goods between waterways; it blends stories from the past with descriptions of the natural world, showing how Niagara Falls has always been a key place for trade and culture for both Indigenous people and those who came later.