Illinois University Plans Return of Beaker and Shell Pendant
Published Date: 11/12/2026
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Summary
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign plans to return 20 Native American cultural items, like a ceramic beaker and shell pendant, to the tribes they belong to. These items were found in Illinois and are linked to Native American burial practices. The repatriation can start on or after December 14, 2026, with no costs mentioned for the tribes involved.
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Return of 20 funerary items to tribes
If you are a member of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma or the Peoria Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign intends to repatriate 20 unassociated funerary objects to those tribes. The items include an incised ceramic beaker, a shell pendant, pieces of red ochre, and pieces of shell removed from Schuyler County, Illinois archaeological sites.
Other tribes may request repatriation
Any lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization not named may submit a written request for these items by showing, by a preponderance of the evidence, that they are culturally affiliated. Send requests to Krystiana Krupa, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 601 E John Street, Champaign, IL 61802; repatriation may occur on or after December 14, 2026.
No known hazardous treatments on items
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign states it is not aware of any potentially hazardous substances having been used to treat any of the 20 cultural items. This information pertains to safety concerns for those who would handle or receive the items.
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