Reference Library

For answers to commonly asked questions about NAGPRA, see Frequently Asked Questions.

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For general information on NAGPRA, see Getting Started.

For answers to common questions about NAGPRA, see Frequently Asked Questions.

For more assistance with NAGPRA, see I Need Help With...

For help understanding the specialized terms used in NAGPRA, consult the glossary.

For NAGPRA training opportunities, see training.

For more assistance, explore the consultation resources.

Technical Assistance

The National NAGPRA Program provides technical assistance to anyone involved in repatriation work. The Secretary of the Interior delegated many responsibilities to the National NAGPRA Program, including "developing and issuing guidelines, technical information, training, and other programs including providing advice to lineal descendants, Indian tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, museums, Federal agencies, and museums that receive Federal funds." Part 145 Departmental Manual Chapter 5