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The Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at Harvard University plans to return a sacred object, an akua hulu manu (feathered god image) from Hawai`i, to the lineal descendant under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The object, which has a historical connection to Kamehameha I, may be repatriated starting April 28, 2025. The notice allows for additional repatriation requests from other lineal descendants or affiliated tribes, and if there are competing requests, the museum will determine the most appropriate recipient. This notice was issued by the National Park Service as part of its administrative duties under NAGPRA.

In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), History Colorado plans to return a sacred headdress to its rightful owners. This headdress belonged to Sapiah, also known as Buckskin Charley, and was removed from La Plata County, Colorado before being donated to History Colorado in 1961. The repatriation process will begin on or after January 17, 2025. Interested parties who believe they have a legitimate claim are invited to submit their requests for repatriation prior to this date.

The No Man's Land Museum in Goodwell, Oklahoma, has completed an inventory of human remains under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The museum determined that there are no lineal descendants or tribes with cultural connections to these remains. However, repatriation of the remains can proceed after February 18, 2025, if requested by a lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization that can prove a connection. The museum undertook consultations with several tribes, though no affiliation was found.

In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at Harvard University plans to return a cultural item, specifically a sacred akua hulu manu (feathered god image) associated with Hawaiian chief Kekuaokalani, to its rightful steward. This repatriation can occur on or after February 18, 2025, and has been determined based on input from a known lineal descendant. Additional requests for repatriation may be submitted by any descendant, tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization that can demonstrate a rightful connection to the item. The final decision will prioritize the most appropriate requestor and may involve joint repatriation.