Federal Register #2026-14167

Notice of Intended Repatriation of Cultural Items at Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY

This notice concerns the intended repatriation of cultural items by Skidmore College, as overseen by the National Park Service: - Government Buyer: - National Park Service, Department of the Interior - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved; this is not a procurement or contract opportunity - Items for Repatriation: - One gorget (unassociated funerary object) - One lot of ochre (unassociated funerary object) - One lot of bone (unassociated funerary object) - One copper pendant (unassociated funerary object) - All items were collected from archaeological sites in Saratoga and Washington Counties, New York - Items are affiliated with Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations, specifically the Stockbridge Munsee Community, Wisconsin - The notice outlines the process for eligible tribes, organizations, or lineal descendants to submit written requests for repatriation - This action is in compliance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) - No products or services are being solicited, and no contract or award will result from this notice

Description

Skidmore College intends to repatriate certain cultural items classified as unassociated funerary objects that have cultural affiliation with Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations. The items include one gorget, one lot of ochre, one lot of bone, and one copper pendant, collected from sites in New York. Repatriation may occur on or after August 14, 2026. Requests for repatriation can be submitted by affiliated tribes, organizations, or lineal descendants.

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