Ganado

Ganado is a community in the Navajo Nation in northeastern Arizona, situated at an elevation of about 6,400 feet. The area has schools from elementary through high school and a hospital that provides medical care for the region.

The Hubbell Trading Post was established in 1878 and is now a National Historic Site that documents trade between Navajo residents and American settlers. This building shows an important period in the history of exchange between these communities.

The community is known for the Ganado red weaving tradition, a textile style developed by local Navajo artisans with geometric patterns and characteristic color combinations. Visitors can find these handcrafted textiles throughout the region and see how this craft holds an important place in daily life here.

The place has several schools for different grade levels and a hospital for medical care. Visitors should keep in mind that the high elevation in the region can affect the weather and physical exertion.

Northern Arizona University and Diné College operate satellite campuses here, making it an educational hub within the Navajo Nation. This presence of higher education institutions offers residents and visitors opportunities for learning and cultural exchange.