Federal Register #2026-11707

Notice of Intended Repatriation of a Cultural Item by Montclair Art Museum, NJ

This notice announces the Montclair Art Museum's intent to repatriate a cultural item under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA): - Government Buyer: - Montclair Art Museum, Montclair, New Jersey - Involvement of the National Park Service (Department of the Interior) for administrative oversight - Item for Repatriation: - One basket made by Julia Manuel, a descendant of Santos Manuel - Affiliated with the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation (formerly San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, California) - Unique Requirements: - Notice issued in accordance with NAGPRA regulations - Indian Tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, or lineal descendants may submit written requests for repatriation - The Montclair Art Museum is responsible for determining the appropriate recipient - No products or services are being procured; this is an informational notice regarding cultural item repatriation - No OEMs, vendors, or contract value are associated with this notice

Description

The Montclair Art Museum intends to repatriate a cultural item defined as an object of cultural patrimony that has a cultural affiliation with Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations. The item is a basket made by Julia Manuel, related to the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation. The repatriation process is conducted in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). Repatriation may occur on or after July 13, 2026, and requests for repatriation must be submitted in writing to the museum's authorized representative.

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