In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, CT has completed an inventory of human remains and funerary objects and determined their cultural link to the Seminole Tribe of Florida. Repatriation of these remains and objects may begin on or after May 30, 2025. Interested parties may submit written requests for repatriation, and if there are competing requests, the Bruce Museum will decide the most appropriate recipient. The notice, managed by the National Park Service, outlines the requirements for the repatriation process and the museum's responsibilities in notifying affiliated tribes.
Simple Explanation
The Bruce Museum found old human bones and special objects that belong to the Seminole Tribe of Florida. They are getting ready to give them back to the tribe, and people can ask for their return if they follow the special steps.