Review the tools and best practices for determining cultural affiliation as part of the requirements of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). Each federal agency and museum with control over Native American human remains must identify cultural affiliation if it can do so on the basis of reasonable belief. Discuss NAGPRA requirements, definitions of critical terminology, grant assistance, and the consultation and review process.
Mary Anne Kenworthy, attorney, Department of Interior; specializing in Indian law and focusing primarily on trust lands, including cultural resources issues; provides training to tribes and law enforcement personnel on implementation and prosecution of violations under ARPA and NAGPRA
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Megon Noble, assistant archaeology collections manager and NAGPRA coordinator, Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture, managing NAGPRA responsibilities including inventory, consultation, determinations of cultural affiliation, and repatriations; collections management instructor
“The entire presentation assisted me with understanding NAGPRA.”
“It was a very productive seminar—quite informative. I liked the case study group discussions and seminar booklet. The networking opportunity was beneficial.”
“I enjoyed the seminar. It allowed me to look at many different ways to view repatriation.”
“I most enjoyed the emphasis on practical strategies at all points in the process of establishing affiliation.”
“I learned more through discussions from the case scenarios. Enjoyed the presentations.”
“It exceeded my expectations for balance and information.”
Staff of museums, federal agencies, and Indian tribes.
Archaeological Curation and Collections Management
NAGPRA and ARPA: Applications and Requirements
NAGPRA: Databases, Summaries, Inventories, and Notices
NAGPRA: Writing and Managing a Successful Grant
Native American Cultural Property Law
Confirmation of registration is sent out to registered participants one month prior to the seminar date. The confirmation includes the seminar location, hours, and a list of conveniently located hotels. Seminars generally are held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration is recommended at least 6 weeks prior to the seminar to secure a place and to avoid cancellations due to low enrollment.
$275 (6-week advance registration); $325 (regular registration)
National NAGPRA Program scholarships may be available through NPI for this seminar
NPI also offers this seminar as customized, on-site training to meet specific organizational needs. Seminars can be tailored to create single- or multiple-day workshops at a location and time convenient to the sponsor. Contact NPI at 703.765.0100 or info@npi.org for further information.
