Pennsylvania Museum Repatriates Sacred Seneca Rattle Stolen in 1925
Published Date: 12/18/2025
Notice
Summary
The State Museum of Pennsylvania plans to return two sacred Native American items—a gourd rattle and organic powder—back to the Seneca Nation. These items, taken from the Allegany Reservation in 1925, are important for traditional ceremonies and will be repatriated starting January 20, 2026. This move respects Native American culture and strengthens ties with the Seneca people, with no cost impact mentioned.
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Two Sacred Items Returned to Seneca
The State Museum of Pennsylvania intends to return two sacred Native American items — a gourd rattle and one lot of organic powder — to the Seneca Nation of Indians. These items were removed from the Allegany Reservation in 1925 and repatriation may occur on or after January 20, 2026.
Others May Request Repatriation Rights
Any lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization not identified in this notice may submit a written request for repatriation if they show by a preponderance of the evidence that they are a lineal descendant or culturally affiliated. If competing requests are received, the State Museum of Pennsylvania must determine the most appropriate requestor, and repatriation to a requestor may occur on or after January 20, 2026.
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