Federal Register #2026-09418

Notice of Intended Repatriation of Sacred Object by Robert S. Peabody Institute of Archaeology

This notice concerns the intended repatriation of a sacred object by the Robert S. Peabody Institute of Archaeology in Andover, MA: - Government Buyer: - Department of the Interior, National Park Service - OEM/Vendor: - Robert S. Peabody Institute of Archaeology (RSPI) - Product/Item Requested: - Stone pipe (catalog number 192/22972) - Quantity: 1 - Description: Sacred object/object of cultural patrimony affiliated with the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma - Unique Requirements: - Repatriation is conducted under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) - Eligible requestors include lineal descendants, Indian Tribes, or Native Hawaiian organizations with demonstrated cultural affiliation - RSPI is responsible for determining the most appropriate recipient in the event of competing claims - Notable Details: - The National Park Service is not responsible for the determination of cultural affiliation or recipient - No commercial procurement or contract value is associated with this notice

Description

The Robert S. Peabody Institute of Archaeology (RSPI) intends to repatriate a cultural item defined as a sacred object/object of cultural patrimony. This item has a cultural affiliation with the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma. The repatriation may occur on or after June 11, 2026. Requests for repatriation must be sent to the authorized representative at RSPI and may be submitted by lineal descendants or affiliated Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations.

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