27 Jun 2025
⚖️Notice of Inventory Completion by University of Pennsylvania Museum
Notice of Inventory Completion: University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, Philadelphia, PA
Summary
In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology (Penn Museum) has completed an inventory of human remains and has determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human remains and Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice.
Agencies
- Interior Department
- National Park Service
Business Impact
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This notice involves the repatriation of human remains under NAGPRA, which has implications for cultural compliance and legal requirements for organizations managing similar items. Businesses dealing with cultural artifacts or operating within heritage sectors will need to comply with these regulations to avoid potential liability and maintain cultural sensitivity.