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Faculty Mentor
Sharon Steadman
Abstract
In this presentation we explain the importance of NAGPRA federal legislation and its critical importance regarding how institutions of research and learning interact with Indigenous peoples and their cultures in the United States. We then describe, in narrative format, the initial investigation process that is required, in accordance with NAGPRA law, if an institution possesses anything that may potentially be considered sacred to Indigenous ancestors. We will outline what we learned through this experience, and demonstrate how institutions of research and learning can use this legislation to acknowledge the past and ongoing offenses against local Indigenous populations, and strengthen relations between these various communities.
Publication Date
5-2025
Document Type
Book
Keywords
Anthropology, Archaeology, NAGPRA, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, Transformations
Disciplines
Anthropology | Archaeological Anthropology