Katmai National Park to Honor Tribes by Returning Sacred Human Remains
Published Date: 3/18/2025
Notice
Summary
Katmai National Park is planning to return human remains and related items found on federal or tribal lands to the right Native American tribes or descendants. This respectful action follows important laws to honor Native heritage and will happen soon. If you’re connected to these items, keep an eye out for updates and possible claims.
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Repatriation of Native Remains by Katmai
Under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), Katmai National Park and Preserve intends to return human remains and associated funerary objects removed from Federal or Tribal lands to the lineal descendants, an Indian Tribe, or a Native Hawaiian organization with priority for disposition in this notice. If you are a lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization connected to these items, watch for updates and possible claims.
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Katmai National Park is planning to return human remains and related items found on federal or tribal lands to the right Native American tribes or descendants. This respectful action follows important laws to honor Native heritage and will happen soon. If you’re connected to these items, keep an eye out for updates and next steps.
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The National Park Service at Aniakchak National Monument in Alaska plans to return human remains found on federal or tribal lands to the rightful Native descendants or tribes. This action follows important laws protecting Native American heritage and respects cultural traditions. The process will happen soon, ensuring these remains are treated with honor and care.