Ms. Wiliams,
    Last weeks Washington Post, 5/23/04 had a wonderful article on precisely
some of what you want. I do not know the link but have the article, its
wonderful.
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From: "Jane Williams" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Friday, May 28, 2004 10:36 AM
Subject: Native Americans and museums


> This is a specific request so apologies for that.
>
> Can any one point me to some information on disagreements about
repatriation
> of artefacts? I am interested in cases where tribes have been refused the
> return of items due to not being of 'the right tribe' and any discussion
> about rejection on the basis of cultural affiliation.
>
> I would also be interested in any cases or information of Native Americans
> feeling unhappy with the way museums have explored their culture. This is
a
> big area I know and I am not looking for negative stories per say. Just
case
> studies which show up some of the difficulties.
>
> Thanks if you can.
>
> Jane
>
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