Montclair Art Museum Plans to Repatriate Cultural Basket
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The Montclair Art Museum plans to return one basket identified as an object of cultural patrimony to the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation. The museum says the item has ongoing historical, traditional, or cultural importance to the tribe and is connected to Julia Manuel, a descendant of Santos Manuel. Repatriation may take place on or after July 13, 2026. Other tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations that believe they have a valid claim must send a written request to the museum before the item is returned.
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Key Changes
- Montclair Art Museum intends to repatriate one cultural basket
- The basket is linked to the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
- Additional written repatriation requests must be submitted before the return can proceed
Obligations
What this law requires
Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations that believe they have a valid claim to the cultural item must submit an additional written repatriation request to the Montclair Art Museum before the item is returned.
Written repatriation requests must be sent to Laura Allen, Curator of Native American Art and Repatriation Coordinator, Montclair Art Museum, at the listed postal address or email addresses.