14 May 2025
🏺Notice of Cultural Items Repatriation by American Museum of Natural History
Notice of Intended Repatriation: American Museum of Natural History, New York, NY
Summary
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the American Museum of Natural History intends to repatriate certain cultural items that meet the definition of unassociated funerary objects and that have a cultural affiliation with the Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice.
Agencies
- Interior Department
- National Park Service
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The notice pertains to the repatriation of cultural items under NAGPRA, which imposes compliance and regulatory requirements on institutions like museums. Business owners in sectors dealing with cultural preservation or indigenous rights should be aware of potential impacts on operations, reputational risks, or legal liabilities related to collection management.