Society to Return Sacred Tapa Cloth to Hawaiians
Published Date: 4/23/2026
Notice
Summary
The Thornton W. Burgess Society in East Sandwich, MA, plans to return a sacred cultural item called Kapa (Tapa) to the Native Hawaiian group Hui Iwi Kuamoʻo. This special object, donated in 1983, is important for traditional Native Hawaiian religious practices. The repatriation can happen starting May 26, 2026, and anyone with a claim can request it in writing before then.
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Sacred Kapa slated for return
The Thornton W. Burgess Society intends to return one sacred cultural item, a Kapa (Tapa) that was donated in 1983, to the Native Hawaiian organization Hui Iwi Kuamoʻo. The repatriation may occur on or after May 26, 2026.
Who may request repatriation
Any lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization may submit a written request for repatriation and must show by a preponderance of the evidence that they are a lineal descendant or culturally affiliated organization. Written requests must be sent to the Thornton W. Burgess Society (contact: Stephen Miles Uzzo, 6 Discovery Hill Road, East Sandwich, MA 02537, email: the address in the notice); repatriation may occur on or after May 26, 2026, and the Society will decide among competing requests.
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