The Harvard University Archives at Pusey Library have completed an inventory of human remains under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), determining a cultural link between the remains and the Stockbridge Munsee Community, Wisconsin. These remains, unearthed from an "Indian grave" in Lake George, NY, in 1883, have no associated funerary objects and were transferred to Harvard in 1971. Repatriation may start on or after January 17, 2025, following requests from the culturally linked tribes or lineal descendants. If multiple requests are received, the most suitable requestor will be chosen by Harvard University Archives.
Simple Explanation
Harvard found some old bones from a Native American grave and plans to return them to the right Native American group or family starting January 17, 2025. If more than one group asks for the bones, Harvard will decide who gets them.