22 Aug 2025
🖼️Notice of Repatriation
Notice of Intended Repatriation: Housatonic Museum of Art, Bridgeport, CT
Summary
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Housatonic Museum of Art (HMA) 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 40 cultural items under NAGPRA has implications for businesses dealing with cultural artifacts and museums, as they may need to comply with new regulatory requirements or engage in repatriation discussions. The need for adherence to cultural heritage laws could affect museum operations, costs, and contracts.