Turtle Bay Exploration Park Intends to Repatriate Sacred Items to Bear River Band
February 24, 2026
February 24, 2026
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 (TNSFR) -- Turtle Bay Exploration Park (TBEP), Redding, California, intends to repatriate two sacred cultural items to the Bear River Band of the Rohnerville Rancheria. This action follows the requirements of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act regarding the return of ceremonial objects to indigenous groups.
The items include a medium twined basket bowl and a medium winnowing tray. The basket bowl, donated by Carolyn Bond, features a design . . .
The items include a medium twined basket bowl and a medium winnowing tray. The basket bowl, donated by Carolyn Bond, features a design . . .