14 Aug 2025
🧺Notice of Repatriation by California Academy of Sciences
Notice of Intended Repatriation: California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco, CA
Summary
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the California Academy of Sciences (CAS) intends to repatriate certain cultural items that meet the definition of objects of cultural patrimony 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 regarding the repatriation of cultural items indicates compliance requirements under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). Organizations, especially museums, may need to reassess their collections and ensure alignment with legal obligations, which could involve costs or adjustments in operations.