Westfield Library Returns Linked Native Human Remains
Published Date: 8/21/2025
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Summary
The Westfield Athenaeum finished checking its collection and found Native American human remains connected to certain tribes. This means they’re ready to return these remains to the right Native groups, following important laws. If you’re part of these tribes, keep an eye out for updates on when and how the return will happen.
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Athenaeum Ready to Return Native Remains
If you are a member of the affiliated Indian Tribes or a Native Hawaiian organization, the Westfield Athenaeum completed an inventory under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and determined that certain human remains are culturally affiliated with your group. The museum is prepared to return those remains to the affiliated groups, and you should watch for updates on the timing and procedures for the return.
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