UCSD Returns Sacred Ledger Drawings to Kiowa Tribe
Published Date: 3/18/2026
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Summary
The University of California San Diego plans to return two important historic ledger drawings to the Kiowa Tribe, who have a deep cultural connection to these items. This repatriation will start on or after April 17, 2026, honoring Native American heritage and history. No costs or hazards are involved, just a respectful handover of these treasured cultural pieces.
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Two Kiowa Ledger Drawings Returned
The University of California San Diego will return two double-sided historic ledger drawings to the Kiowa Tribe. The repatriation may occur on or after April 17, 2026, and the university found no evidence of potentially hazardous substances in the items.
Who May Request Repatriation
Any lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization may submit a written request for repatriation to Eva Trujillo at University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093 or email [email protected]. Requestors must show by a preponderance of the evidence that they are a lineal descendant or culturally affiliated group; competing requests must be resolved by the university and joint requests count as a single request.
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