A Funerary Bottle Gets Its Own Repatriation Notice
Published Date: 5/14/2025
Notice
Summary
The Arkansas Archeological Survey found a special funerary bottle linked to Native American remains already returned to the Caddo Nation in 2002. This bottle can be officially returned starting June 13, 2025, making sure cultural respect continues. No money changes hands, but this update keeps history and heritage honored the right way.
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Repatriation of funerary items under NAGPRA
The Arkansas Archeological Survey finished an inventory and found certain associated funerary objects are culturally affiliated with specific Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations. If you are a member of those affiliated tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations, these items are ready to be returned to your community under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). No money changes hands as part of this process.
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