Over 100 Native Remains from Gold Mine Site Slated for Return
Published Date: 7/31/2026
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The Louisiana Division of Archaeology has finished checking over 100 Native American human remains and their burial items from a site called Gold Mine in Richland Parish. They’ve confirmed these remains belong to specific Native tribes, and starting August 31, 2026, these remains and items can be returned to those tribes. This is a big step in respecting Native heritage and following important laws.
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Repatriation of 100 Native Remains
The Louisiana Division of Archaeology has identified human remains for at least 100 Native American individuals and 13 associated funerary objects from site 16RI13 (Gold Mine) in Richland Parish, Louisiana. The remains are culturally affiliated with the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana, Jena Band of Choctaw Indians, Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, and The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, and repatriation may occur on or after August 31, 2026; eligible tribes, lineal descendants, or other tribes/organizations that show cultural affiliation may request repatriation.
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