Notice of Inventory Completion by Kansas State Historical Society
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The Kansas State Historical Society (KSHS) has completed an inventory of human remains belonging to at least one individual, which have been affiliated with the Kaw Nation and the Shawnee Tribe. This notice is in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and allows for the repatriation of these remains to culturally affiliated tribes. Repatriation requests may begin on or after May 11, 2026, and must be submitted in writing to the KSHS.
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Key Changes
- KSHS has completed an inventory of human remains
- Cultural affiliation established with Kaw Nation and Shawnee Tribe
- Repatriation requests accepted starting May 11, 2026
Obligations
What this law requires
Accept repatriation requests from any Indian Tribe or Native Hawaiian organization identified in this notice (Kaw Nation, Oklahoma and Shawnee Tribe)
Send written requests for repatriation of human remains to Dr. Nicole Klarmann at Kansas State Historical Society, 6425 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66615-1099, or email kshs.nagpra@ks.gov
Do not process repatriation requests before May 11, 2026
Determine the most appropriate requestor prior to repatriation if competing requests are received
Send a copy of this notice to all identified Indian Tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, and consulting parties