Cal State Plans to Hand Back Arrow Shafts and Pottery to Native Tribes
Published Date: 12/18/2025
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Summary
California State University San Bernardino plans to return 12 important Native American cultural items, like arrow shafts and pottery, to the tribes connected to them. This repatriation can start on or after January 20, 2026, giving the tribes a chance to reclaim their heritage. No money changes hands, but this is a big step in respecting Native history and culture.
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Return of 12 Native Items
California State University San Bernardino intends to return 12 Native American cultural items — nine arrow shafts, one bow stave, one coyote-fur quiver, and one decorated pottery sherd — to affiliated tribes. The university has determined a connection with the Morongo Band of Mission Indians, and repatriation may occur on or after January 20, 2026. No money will change hands in this repatriation.
Who Can Request Repatriation
Any lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization may submit a written request to California State University San Bernardino to repatriate the items by showing, by a preponderance of the evidence, that they are a lineal descendant or culturally affiliated. Competing requests must be resolved by CSUSB (joint requests count as a single request); written requests should be sent to Michael Chavez, CSUSB, 5500 University Parkway, CA 92407 or email [email protected]. Repatriation may occur on or after January 20, 2026.
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