About Us

In the 19th century, long before our fast-paced world of cars and smartphones, the trading post or general store was the hub of every small town in Western New York. After a long day working in the fields or the homestead, people of all ages would gather around the wood stove to relax, chew tobacco, and trade stories. The trading post not only provided vital products for these towns, it acted as a community center in rural America. Towpath Trading aims to be a virtual general store for the hard-working folks of western New York. So kick your feet up, or take a look around - no need to buy anything right now. We'll still be here when you come back.