Wyandotte County Remains Head Back to Kaw and Shawnee Tribes
Published Date: 4/9/2026
Notice
Summary
The Kansas State Historical Society has finished checking human remains found in Wyandotte County, KS, and confirmed they belong to Native American ancestors linked to the Kaw Nation and Shawnee Tribe. Starting May 11, 2026, these remains can be officially returned to the tribes. If you want to request repatriation, you need to contact the Society soon—no money changes hands, just respect and care.
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Remains Identified as Native American
The Kansas State Historical Society has determined that human remains representing at least one individual from Wyandotte County, KS (UBS 1998-16) are Native American. The Society found a cultural affiliation between these remains and the Kaw Nation, Oklahoma and the Shawnee Tribe.
Who Can Request Repatriation
The notice says repatriation requests may be made by the Kaw Nation and the Shawnee Tribe named in the notice, any lineal descendant, or any tribe or organization that shows by a preponderance of the evidence a cultural affiliation. Written requests must be sent to Dr. Nicole Klarmann at the Kansas State Historical Society using the contact details in the notice.
Repatriation Timing Established
The notice establishes that repatriation of the human remains described may occur on or after May 11, 2026. If multiple parties request repatriation, the Kansas State Historical Society must determine the most appropriate requestor before returning the remains.
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