29 Jul 2025

⚰️Notice on Repatriation of Cultural Artifacts in Tennessee

Notice of Inventory Completion: Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Division of Archaeology, Nashville, TN

Summary

In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Division of Archaeology (TDEC-DOA) has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects from Cannon and Rutherford, Counties, Tennessee and has determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human remains and associated funerary objects and Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice.

Agencies

  • Interior Department
  • National Park Service

Business Impact ?

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The regulatory notice involves repatriation processes under NAGPRA, which may impact businesses or organizations engaged in archaeological activities, compliance with cultural regulations, or related industries that deal with historical artifacts. Compliance and adherence to repatriation laws are key regulatory requirements for such entities.

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