FR Doc 03-20754
[Federal Register: August 14, 2003 (Volume 68, Number 157)]
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
National Park Service
Notice of Inventory Completion: Peabody Museum of Archaeology and
Ethnology, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
AGENCY: National Park Service, Interior.
ACTION: Notice.
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Notice is here given in accordance with the Native American Graves
Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), 25 U.S.C. 3003, of the
completion of an inventory of human remains and associated funerary
objects in the possession of the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and
Ethnology, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA. The human remains and
associated funerary objects were removed from Barnstable, Bristol,
Dukes, and Plymouth Counties, MA.
This notice is published as part of the National Park Service's
administrative responsibilities under NAGPRA, 25 U.S.C. 3003 (d)(3).
The determinations within this notice are the sole responsibility of
the museum, institution, or Federal agency that has control of the
Native American human remains and associated funerary objects. The
National Park Service is not responsible for the determinations within
this notice.
A detailed assessment of the human remains and associated funerary
objects was made by the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology
professional staff in consultation with representatives of the
Wampanoag Repatriation Confederation, representing the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
The human remains and associated funerary objects are described in
this notice according to county and town, and site location when
available.
BARNSTABLE COUNTY, MA.
Barnstable, MA.
In 1867, human remains representing one individual were removed
from Barnstable, Barnstable County, MA, by J. Elliot Cabot and were
donated to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by Mr. Cabot
in the same year. No known individual was identified. The three
associated funerary objects are brass kettle fragments.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The placement of European kettles as
mortuary offerings was widespread among postcontact North American
native groups. Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate
that Barnstable, MA, is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of
the Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely
affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
In 1933, human remains representing one individual that were
removed from Barnstable, Barnstable County, MA, were donated to the
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by Edward Brooks. The human
remains were removed at an unknown date by an unknown collector. No
known individual was identified. The 33 associated funerary objects are
9 silver spoon fragments, 4 triangular Levanna-style arrowheads, 3
Levanna-style preforms, 1 piece of worked slate, 7 pieces of worked
bone, 1 bone awl, 1 spatula-shaped bone implement, and 7 pieces of
turtle shell.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). Based on examination, the associated
silver spoon probably dates from A.D. 1650 to 1730. Oral tradition and
historical documentation indicate that Barnstable, MA, is within the
aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-
day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
In 1966, human remains representing one individual that were
removed from Sandy Neck in Barnstable, Barnstable County, MA, were
donated to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by Sidney
Callis through Edward Hunt. The human remains were removed by Mr.
Callis in 1961. No known individual was identified. No associated
funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Late Woodland
period or later (post-A.D. 1000). Museum documentation and published
accounts indicate that Sandy Neck is a Late Woodland/Contact period
site (A.D. 1000-1650). Shell-tempered pottery found on the site
supports a Late Woodland and later date (post-A.D. 1000) in southern
New England. Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate that
Barnstable, MA, is located within the aboriginal and historic homeland
of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely
affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Bourne, MA.
In 1911, human remains representing three individuals were removed
from the Grove Field Ossuary in Bourne, Barnstable County, MA, during a
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology expedition led by C.C.
Willoughby. No known individuals were identified. No associated
funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. Published information indicates that the human remains
most likely date from the Late Woodland to Historic/Contact periods
(A.D. 1000-1500). A copper point found in the immediate vicinity of the
Grove Field Ossuary confirms a postcontact date. Oral tradition and
historical documentation indicate that Bourne, MA, is located within
the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The
present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Bournedale, MA.
In 1955, human remains representing two individuals that were
removed from Bournedale, Barnstable County, MA, were donated to the
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by W.K. Carter. The human
remains were probably collected in 1880 by an unknown individual. No
known
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individuals were identified. No associated funerary objects are
present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. A note included with the human remains states that
they were discovered in an ``old Indian burying ground beside Black
Lake, Bournedale, Cape Cod, 1880.'' The interments most likely date to
the Historic/Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The pattern of copper
staining on some of the human remains from the site indicates that the
human remains were interred some time after contact. Oral tradition and
historical documentation indicate that Bournedale, MA, is within the
aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-
day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Chatham, MA.
In 1935, human remains representing 21 individuals were removed
from the Bars Inn Farm on Morris Island in Chatham, Barnstable County,
MA, after discovery by men working in the area. The human remains were
given to Howard Nickerson, who donated them to the Peabody Museum of
Archaeology and Ethnology in the same year. No known individuals were
identified. The three associated funerary objects are ceramic sherds.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Late Woodland
or Historic/Contact period (post-A.D. 1000). A report by Frederick
Johnson, who excavated the site, describes finding wood, pottery, a
carved bone implement, and red ochre associated with the human remains,
all of which suggest a Late Woodland or later date. Oral tradition and
historical documentation indicate that Chatham, MA, is located within
the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The
present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Chathamport, MA.
In 1940, human remains representing three individuals were removed
from Chathamport, Barnstable County, MA, by James M. Andrews and Janet
W. Raymond, who donated the human remains to the Peabody Museum of
Archaeology and Ethnology in the same year. No known individuals were
identified. No associated funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. Museum documentation indicates that the human remains
were discovered on the property of Mrs. Raymond, an area that was
locally known as ``Indian Burial Hill.'' The interments most likely
date to the Historic/Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The pattern of
copper stains on some of the human remains from the site indicates that
the human remains were interred some time after contact. Oral tradition
and historical documentation indicate that Chathamport, MA, is within
the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The
present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Eastham, MA.
In 1935, human remains representing five individuals were removed
from the Hemenway site in Eastham, Barnstable County, MA, during a
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology expedition led by Frederick
Johnson. No known individuals were identified. No associated funerary
objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). Objects that were recovered from the
site but are not associated with the burials include paddle-marked and
cord-marked pottery, rolled copper or brass beads, and an iron
implement, all of which suggest a postcontact date. Oral tradition and
historical documentation indicate that Eastham, MA, is within the
aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-
day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Hyannis, MA.
In 1949, human remains representing four individuals that were
removed from Hyannis, Barnstable County, MA, were donated to the
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by the Harvard University
Department of Anthropology. The human remains were collected by K.
Hall, Edward Hunt, Charles Shade, and R. Vidala at an unknown date. No
known individuals were identified. The one associated funerary object
is a fragmentary Iroquoian- or Niantic-style pottery vessel.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Late Woodland
or Historic/Contact period (A.D. 1000-1650). The fragmentary Iroquoian-
or Niantic-style pottery vessel found with some of the human remains
suggests a Late Woodland or Historic/Contact date (A.D. 1000-1650). New
England ceramics that are closely related to Iroquoian ceramic styles
date to the Late Woodland and Historic/Contact period (A.D. 1000-1650
and later). Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate that
Hyannis, MA, is located within the aboriginal and historic homeland of
the Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely
affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
North Truro, MA.
In 1891, human remains representing six individuals were removed
from North Truro, Barnstable County, MA, during a Peabody Museum of
Archaeology and Ethnology expedition led by M.H. Saville. No known
individuals were identified. No associated funerary objects are
present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Late Woodland
period or later (post-A.D. 1000). According to museum documentation,
objects that were recovered from the site but are not associated with
the human remains include bone implements, pottery pipe fragments,
shell-tempered pottery sherds, and Levanna-style projectile points, all
of which support a Late Woodland or later date (post-A.D. 1000). Oral
tradition and historical documentation indicate that North Truro, MA,
is located within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag
Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated
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with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay
Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
In 1908, human remains representing two individuals that were
removed from North Truro, Barnstable County, MA, were donated to the
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by M.H. Saville. The human
remains were removed in 1891 during a Peabody Museum of Archaeology and
Ethnology expedition led by Mr. Saville. No known individuals were
identified. No associated funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Late Woodland
period or later (post-A.D. 1000). According to museum documentation,
objects that were recovered from the site but are not associated with
the human remains include bone implements, pottery pipe fragments,
shell-tempered pottery sherds, and Levanna-style projectile points, all
of which support a Late Woodland or later date (post-A.D. 1000). Oral
tradition and historical documentation indicate that North Truro, MA,
is located within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag
Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with
members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head
(Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
In 1936, human remains representing one individual that were
removed from North Truro, Barnstable County, MA, were donated to the
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by the Harvard Dental
School. The human remains were collected by Frank R. Dickerman after
they were discovered during railroad excavations in 1873. Mr. Dickerman
gave the human remains to the Harvard Dental School. No known
individual was identified. No associated funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. Museum documentation suggests that the interment most
likely dates to the Historic/Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). A label
found with the human remains states that the human remains are probably
200 years old. Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate
that North Truro, MA, is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of
the Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely
affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
In 1956, human remains representing three individuals that were
removed from the Old Colony Railroad site in North Truro, Barnstable
County, MA, were found in the museum. The human remains were collected
in 1891 during a Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology expedition
led by M.H. Saville. No known individuals were identified. No
associated funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Late Woodland
period or later (post-A.D. 1000). According to museum documentation,
objects that were recovered from the site but are not associated with
the human remains include bone implements, pottery pipe fragments,
shell-tempered pottery sherds, and Levanna-style projectile points, all
of which support a Late Woodland or later date (post-A.D. 1000). Oral
tradition and historical documentation indicate that North Truro, MA,
is located within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag
Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with
members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head
(Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Sandwich, MA.
In 1908, human remains representing one individual were removed
from Sandwich, Barnstable County, MA, by L.C. Jones, who donated them
to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology in the same year. No
known individual was identified. No associated funerary objects are
present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). Documentation provided by the
collector notes that the human remains were buried with woven cloth and
copper ornaments. The use of copper ornaments and textiles in burials
suggests a date from the Historic/Contact period (post- A.D. 1500).
Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate that Sandwich, MA,
is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation.
The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of
the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
South Truro, MA.
In 1950, human remains representing one individual that were
removed from the Ryder Beach site in South Truro, Barnstable County,
MA, were donated to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by
Ross Moffett, who removed the human remains in 1948. No known
individual was identified. No associated funerary objects are present.
Objects found at the site that are not in the possession of the Peabody
Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology include shell-tempered pottery, a
dog burial, Levanna-style projectile points, and steatite pipe
fragments.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Late Woodland
period or later (post-A.D. 1000), based on the presence of shell-
tempered pottery and Levanna-style projectile points. Oral tradition
and historical documentation indicate that South Truro, MA, is located
within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation.
The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of
the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Yarmouth, MA.
In 1966, human remains representing 10 individuals were removed
from the Purcell site in Yarmouth, Barnstable County, MA, by Frank
Schambach and Howard Bailit. Nine of the individuals were donated to
the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by Edmund Purcell in
the same year. One individual was donated to the Peabody Museum of
Archaeology and Ethnology by Mr. Schambach in 1968. No known
individuals were identified. The 14 associated funerary objects are
potsherds. According to museum documentation, objects that were
associated with the human remains but are not in the possession of the
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology
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include bone points, felsite projectile points, and pottery.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely dates to the Late Woodland
period (A.D. 1000-1500). Published documentation, as well as analysis
of projectile points and pottery recovered from the site, both support
a Late Woodland (A.D. 1000-1500) date. Oral tradition and historical
documentation indicate that Yarmouth, MA, is located within the
aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-
day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
BRISTOL COUNTY, MA.
Berkley, MA.
In 1968, human remains representing one individual were removed
from the Bear Swamp site in Berkley, Bristol County, MA, by Arthur C.
Staples and Roy C. Athearn of the Massachusetts Archaeological Society
and were donated to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by
the Massachusetts Archaeological Society in 1969. No known individual
was identified. No associated funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. Although the Bear Swamp site generally dates to the
Late Archaic period (3000-1000 B.C.), the interment most likely dates
to the Late Woodland period (A.D. 1000-1600). In a 1969 publication,
the collectors concluded that this flexed burial is typical of Late
Woodland period, rather than Late Archaic period, mortuary practices.
Museum documentation indicates this interment was an intrusive Late
Woodland burial in a Late Archaic site and was not associated with
other Late Archaic features at Bear Swamp. Oral tradition and
historical documentation indicate that Berkley, MA, is located within
the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The
present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Dartmouth, MA.
In 1922, human remains representing three individuals were removed
from the Waldo Farm site, Dartmouth, Bristol County, MA, by an unknown
collector and were donated to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and
Ethnology by John Lincoln Waldo in the same year. No known individuals
were identified. No associated funerary objects are present.
In 1924, human remains representing 36 individuals were removed
from the Waldo Farm and Cummings Farm sites, Dartmouth, Bristol County,
MA, by H.L. Shapiro on behalf of the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and
Ethnology. Museum documentation indicates that human remains
representing 34 individuals were removed from the Waldo Farm site and
human remains representing 2 individuals were removed from the nearby
Cummings Farm site. No known individuals were identified. The two
associated funerary objects are one container of fabric fragments and
one wood fragment.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). According to historic sources and oral
tradition, the Waldo Farm site is a known historic Christian Native
American cemetery that most likely dates to the late 17th and early
18th centuries. The pattern of copper stains present on some of the
human remains from both the Waldo Farm and Cummings Farm sites also
suggests that the human remains were interred sometime after contact.
Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate that Dartmouth,
MA, is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag
Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with
members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head
(Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
In 1932, human remains representing 26 individuals were removed
from a cemetery near the Waldo Farm site in Dartmouth, Bristol County,
MA, by J.M. Andrews and C.W. Dupertuis. Messrs. Andrews and Dupertius
donated human remains representing 25 individuals to the Peabody Museum
of Archaeology and Ethnology in the same year, and donated human
remains representing 1 individual to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology
and Ethnology in 1937. No known individuals were identified. No
associated funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The pattern of copper stains on some
of the human remains from the site suggests that the human remains were
interred some time after contact. Oral tradition and historical
documentation indicate that Dartmouth, MA, is within the aboriginal and
historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that
are most closely affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are
the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee
Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and
Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian
group).
In 1956, human remains representing two individuals that were
removed from Dartmouth, Bristol County, MA, were donated to the Peabody
Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by the Robert S. Peabody Museum of
Archaeology, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA. The human remains were
collected by Douglas S. Byers and Frederick Johnson, probably in 1955.
No known individuals were identified. No associated funerary objects
are present. According to museum documentation, objects associated with
the burials that are not in the possession of the Peabody Museum of
Archaeology and Ethnology include a whale bone spoon, a small obtuse-
angle clay pipe, and a stone pestle. The whale bone spoon and the clay
pipe are in the possession of the Robert S. Peabody Museum of
Archaeology. The location of the stone pestle is unknown.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). Associated funerary objects that
confirm a postcontact date are European-influenced spoons, as well as a
ceramic pipe with bent stem, which is strongly identified in New
England with the Late Woodland period and later (post-A.D. 1000). Oral
tradition and historical documentation indicate that Dartmouth, MA, is
within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation.
The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of
the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
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Westport Harbor, MA.
In 1924, human remains representing four individuals were removed
from a gravel pit in Westport Harbor, Bristol County, MA, by H.L.
Shapiro and were donated to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and
Ethnology by Mr. Wheeler of Westport Harbor in the same year. No known
individuals were identified. No associated funerary objects are
present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). Copper stains on the human remains of
one individual and erosion patterns on all of the human remains suggest
that the individuals were likely buried in coffins, indicating that the
individuals were interred sometime after contact. Oral tradition and
historical documentation indicate that Westport Harbor, MA, is within
the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The
present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
DUKES COUNTY, MA.
Chilmark, MA.
In 1912 and 1913, human remains representing 13 individuals were
removed from Chilmark on Martha's Vineyard, Dukes County, MA, during a
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology expedition. Ten individuals
were removed in 1912 and three individuals were removed in 1913. The
1912 and 1913 expeditions were led by S.J. Guernsey. No known
individuals were identified. No associated funerary objects are
present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). According to the S.J. Guernsey, this
area of Chilmark was a known historic Native American burial ground.
The presence of wrought-iron nails in the immediate surroundings of the
burials suggests a postcontact date. Oral tradition and historical
documentation indicate that Chilmark, MA, is within the aboriginal and
historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that
are most closely affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are
the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee
Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and
Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian
group).
In 1964, human remains representing one individual that were
removed from the vicinity of Menemsha Pond in Chilmark on Martha's
Vineyard, Dukes County, MA, were donated to the Peabody Museum of
Archaeology and Ethnology by the Thomas Cooke House and Museum of the
Duke County Historical Society. The human remains were removed by an
unknown workman around 1956. No known individual was identified. No
associated funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). According to S.J. Guernsey, who
undertook excavations in the same area in the summers of 1912 and 1913,
this area of Chilmark was a known historic Native American burial
ground. Mr. Guernsey recovered wrought-iron nails in the vicinity of
the burial, which suggests a postcontact date for the interment. Oral
tradition and historical documentation indicate that Chilmark, MA, is
within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation.
The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of
the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Edgartown, MA.
In 1946, human remains representing two individuals were removed
from Edgartown on Martha's Vineyard, Dukes County, MA, by Burnham
Litchfield, who donated the human remains to the Peabody Museum of
Archaeology and Ethnology in the same year. No known individuals were
identified. No associated funerary objects are present. According to
museum documentation, glazed pottery that was possibly associated with
the human remains is not in the possession of the Peabody Museum of
Archaeology and Ethnology.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). In New England, glazed ceramics
support a postcontact date. Oral tradition and historical documentation
indicate that Edgartown, MA, is within the aboriginal and historic
homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most
closely affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the
Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee
Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and
Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian
group).
Oak Bluffs, MA.
In 1916, human remains representing five individuals were removed
from Woodsedge Farm in Oak Bluffs on Martha's Vineyard, Dukes County,
MA, by men working in the area and were donated to the Peabody Museum
of Archaeology and Ethnology by Susan J. Chase in the same year. No
known individuals were identified. No associated funerary objects are
present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. Museum documentation indicates that the interments
most likely date to the Historic/Contact period (post- A.D. 1500). The
source states that the human remains are of ``modern Indians; not very
old'' and are probably of Wampanoag Indians. Oral tradition and
historical documentation indicate that Oak Bluffs, MA, is within the
aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-
day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
PLYMOUTH COUNTY, MA.
Bridgewater, MA.
In 1949, human remains representing 16 individuals were removed
from the Titicut site in Bridgewater, Plymouth County, MA, by members
of the Warren King Moorhead Chapter of the Massachusetts Archaeological
Society and were donated to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and
Ethnology in the same year. No known individuals were identified. No
associated funerary objects are present. According to museum
documentation, associated funerary objects that are not in the
possession of the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology include
several brass or copper pendants, bone beads, copper beads, and bark
blanket fragments.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). Associated funerary objects that
confirm a postcontact date include copper and brass implements,
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and bark blanket fragments. Oral tradition and historical documentation
indicate that Bridgewater, MA, is within the aboriginal and historic
homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most
closely affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the
Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee
Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and
Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian
group).
In 1967, human remains representing 15 individuals were discovered
by the Fernandez Construction Company in the vicinity of Atkinson Drive
in Bridgewater, Plymouth County, MA, and were donated to the Peabody
Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by Dr. Peirce H. Leavitt, Plymouth
County Medical Examiner, through Dr. Dena Dincauze, formerly of the
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, in the same year. No known
individuals were identified. The two associated funerary objects are
one container with a shroud cloth and coffin fragments, and one
container with coffin fragments, coffin nails, and soil.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The site was explored by Dr. Dincauze, probably under
the auspices of Plymouth County. At the time of excavation, Dr.
Dincauze commented that the interments appeared to be those of
Christian Indians and likely date to the 18th century. A postcontact
date is confirmed by the presence of a shroud cloth, coffin fragments,
and coffin nails. Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate
that Bridgewater, MA, is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of
the Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely
affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Hingham, MA.
In 1932, human remains representing eight individuals were removed
from a construction site in Hingham, Plymouth County, MA, by an unknown
collector and were donated to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and
Ethnology by Mayo Tolman in the same year. No known individuals were
identified. No associated funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that one individual is of
mixed Native American and Caucasian ancestry and seven individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The pattern of copper stains on the
human remains suggests that the human remains were interred some time
after contact. Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate
that Hingham, MA, is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the
Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely
affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Hull, MA.
In 1867, human remains representing three individuals that were
removed from Atlantic Hill in Hull, Plymouth County, MA, were donated
to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by Jefferies Wyman.
The human remains were removed by Mr. Wyman at an unknown date. No
known individuals were identified. The five associated funerary objects
are four shell-tempered pottery sherds and one stone pestle.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The pattern of copper stains on some
of the human remains from the site indicates that they were interred
some time after contact. Shell-tempered pottery in southern New England
typically dates to the Late Woodland period and later (post-A.D. 1000).
Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate that Hull, MA, is
within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation.
The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of
the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
In 1867, human remains representing one individual that were
removed from Nantasket Beach in Hull, Plymouth County, MA, were donated
to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by Jefferies Wyman.
The human remains were collected by Mr. Wyman at an unknown date. No
known individual was identified. The 16 associated funerary objects are
shell-tempered pottery sherds.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Late Woodland
period or later (post-A.D. 1000). Shell-tempered pottery in southern
New England typically dates to the Late Woodland period and later
(post-A.D. 1000). Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate
that Hull, MA, is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the
Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely
affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Kingston, MA.
In 1881, human remains representing six individuals were removed
from the Patuxet Hotel site in Kingston, Plymouth County, MA, by S.H.
Keith and were donated to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and
Ethnology by Mr. Keith in the same year. No known individuals were
identified. The 17 associated funerary objects are 1 container of human
hair and cloth, 1 container of cloth fragments, 1 container of iron
nails, 1 container of wood fragments, 1 container of iron knife
fragments, 1 brass spoon, 2 kaolin clay pipes, 3 pieces of lead, 1
stone button mold, 3 lead buttons, and 2 flint flakes.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. Museum documentation indicates that the human remains
were removed from an ``Indian burying ground.'' The interments mostly
likely date to the Historic/Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The
pattern of copper stains on some of the human remains from the site
indicates that they were interred some time after contact. Associated
funerary objects, including iron nails, wood fragments (most likely
coffin fragments), iron knife fragments, a brass spoon, kaolin clay
pipes, pieces of lead, a button mold, buttons, and flint flakes (most
likely for European-style firearms), also confirm a postcontact date.
Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate that Kingston, MA,
is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation.
The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of
the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag
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Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Marion, MA.
In 1884, human remains representing nine individuals were
recovered from the Mendell Farm site in Marion, Plymouth County, MA,
during a Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology expedition led by
C.A. Studley. No known individuals were identified. The one associated
funerary object is a European kaolin pipe. According to museum
documentation, coffin nails that are not in the possession of the
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology were found with the remains
of several individuals at the site.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. Museum documentation indicates that Mendell Farm is a
known Native American burial ground. The interment most likely dates to
the Historic/Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The style of the kaolin
pipe found with some of the human remains from the site suggests
European manufacture. The presence of coffin nails also confirms a
postcontact date. Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate
that Marion, MA, is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the
Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely
affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Marshfield, MA.
In 1923, human remains representing one individual were removed
from Rexham Terrace in Marshfield, Plymouth County, MA, by Carleton S.
Coon, who donated the human remains to the Peabody Museum of
Archaeology and Ethnology in the same year. No known individual was
identified. No associated funerary objects are present.
The interment most likely dates to the Historic/Contact period
(post-A.D. 1500). An osteological examination of the human remains
suggests that in terms of overall cranial morphology the human remains
closely resemble mixed Native American and African American skeletal
morphology, indicating a postcontact date (post-A.D. 1500). Oral
tradition and historical documentation indicate that Marshfield, MA, is
within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation.
The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of
the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
In 1940, human remains representing one individual were removed
from the South River sand pit in Marshfield, Plymouth County, MA, by
Norman Merry, Arthur Chandler, and Superintendent Sherman of Game Farm.
In the same year, the human remains were donated to Harvard
University's Department of Legal Medicine, and then to the Peabody
Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology. No known individual was
identified. No associated funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The pattern of copper stains on the
human remains indicates that the human remains were interred some time
after contact. Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate
that Marshfield, MA, is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of
the Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely
affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Mattapoisett, MA.
In 1933, human remains representing one individual that were
removed from the Herring Weir area of Mattapoisett, Plymouth County,
MA, were donated to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by
Raymond Baxter. The human remains were discovered by men working in the
area in 1932. No known individual was identified. The 28 associated
funerary objects are 18 fragments of a copper kettle, 2 copper sheet
fragments, 5 fragments of iron implements, 1 container of red clay, 1
container of skin and bark, and 1 large fragment of a woven bag.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). Museum documentation suggests that the
human remains were interred sometime during the Early Historic period,
most likely around the mid-17th century. Associated funerary objects
that confirm a postcontact date are copper kettle fragments, copper
sheet fragments, iron implement fragments, and a woven bag fragment.
Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate that Mattapoisett,
MA, is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag
Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with
members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head
(Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Middleboro, MA.
In 1957, human remains representing five individuals that were
removed from the Taylor's Farm site in Middleboro, Plymouth County, MA,
were collected by Maurice Robins and were donated to the Peabody Museum
of Archaeology and Ethnology by the Massachusetts Archaeological
Society in the same year. No known individuals were identified. No
associated funerary objects are present.
In 1963, human remains representing four individuals that were
removed from the Taylor's Farm site in Middleboro, Plymouth County, MA,
were donated to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by the
Robert S. Peabody Museum of Archaeology, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA,
through Douglas S. Byers. The human remains were removed by the
Middleboro Chapter of the Massachusetts Archaeological Society at an
unknown date. No known individuals were identified. No associated
funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. Museum documentation and correspondence from Mr.
Robins indicates that there was an old Indian church and burying ground
in the vicinity of the Taylor's Farm site and that the human remains
possibly represent those of Christian Indians. The interments most
likely date to the Historic/Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The
pattern of copper stains on some of the human remains indicates that
the human remains were interred some time after contact. Oral tradition
and historical documentation indicate that Middleboro, MA, is within
the aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The
present-day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
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Norwell, MA.
In 1936, human remains representing one individual from Norwell,
Plymouth County, MA, were discovered by Henry Pinson and were donated
to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by the Boston
Society of Natural History, through C.V. MacCoy, in the same year. No
known individual was identified. No associated funerary objects are
present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The pattern of copper stains on the
human remains indicates that the human remains were interred some time
after contact. Oral tradition and historical documentation indicate
that Norwell, MA, is within the aboriginal and historic homeland of the
Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely
affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Plymouth, MA.
In 1885, human remains representing four individuals were removed
from the Watson's Hill site in Plymouth, Plymouth County, MA, by F.N.
Knapp, J.M. Cobb, and J.C. Kimball and were donated to the Peabody
Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by Mr. Cobb in the same year. No
known individuals were identified. The two funerary objects are a
chipped stone point and a piece of raw material, possibly ochre.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Late Woodland
period or later (post-A.D. 1000). Oral tradition and historical
documentation indicate that Watson's Hill, MA, is a known Late Woodland
(A.D. 1000-1500) and Historic/Contact period (post-A.D. 1500) Wampanoag
village that is located within the aboriginal and historic homeland of
the Wampanoag Nation. The present-day tribes that are most closely
affiliated with members of the Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe
of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe
(a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group).
In 1963, human remains representing one individual that were
removed from Nook Farm in Plymouth, Plymouth County, MA, were donated
to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by the Robert S.
Peabody Museum of Archaeology, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA. The human
remains were removed by Douglas S. Byers and J. Brew in 1940. No known
individual was identified. No associated funerary objects are present.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individual is
Native American. The interment most likely dates to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). Documentary evidence supplied by the
Robert S. Peabody Museum of Archaeology indicates that Nook Farm is a
known Contact period site (post-A.D. 1500). Oral tradition and
historical documentation indicate that Plymouth, MA, is within the
aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-
day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
West Wareham, MA.
In 1947, human remains representing four individuals that were
removed from a site known as Conant's Hill, Horseshoe Factory, or
Lincoln Hill in West Wareham, Plymouth County, MA, were donated to the
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology by the Middleboro Chapter
of the Massachusetts Archaeological Society. The human remains were
collected by John Longyear III and Maurice Robins during excavations by
the Massachusetts Archaeological Society prior to 1944. No known
individuals were identified. No associated funerary objects are
present. According to museum records, a lead ring that was found in
association with human remains from the site is not in the possession
of the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology.
Osteological characteristics indicate that the individuals are
Native American. The interments most likely date to the Historic/
Contact period (post-A.D. 1500). The presence of the lead ring at the
site confirms a postcontact date for the interments. Oral tradition and
historical documentation indicate that Wareham, MA, is within the
aboriginal and historic homeland of the Wampanoag Nation. The present-
day tribes that are most closely affiliated with members of the
Wampanoag Nation are the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally
recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group).
Officials of the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology have
determined that, pursuant to 25 U.S.C. 3001 (9-10), the human remains
described above represent the physical remains of 238 individuals of
Native American ancestry. Officials of the Peabody Museum of
Archaeology and Ethnology also have determined that, pursuant to 25
U.S.C. 3001 (3)(A), the 127 associated funerary objects described above
are reasonably believed to have been placed with or near individual
human remains at the time of death or later as part of the death rite
or ceremony. Lastly, officials of the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and
Ethnology have determined that, pursuant to 25 U.S.C. 3001 (2), there
is a relationship of shared group identity that can be reasonably
traced between the Native American human remains and associated
funerary objects and the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of
Massachusetts, and there is a cultural relationship between the Native
American human remains and associated funerary objects and Mashpee
Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally recognized Indian group) and
Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian
group).
Representatives of any other Indian tribe that believes itself to
be culturally affiliated with the human remains and associated funerary
objects should contact Diana Loren, Acting Repatriation Coordinator,
Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, Harvard University, 11
Divinity Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138, telephone (617) 495-4125, before
September 15, 2003. Repatriation of the human remains and associated
funerary objects to the Wampanoag Repatriation Confederation on behalf
of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee
Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a nonfederally recognized Indian group), and
Assonet Band of the Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian
group) may proceed after that date if no additional claimants come
forward.
The Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology is responsible for
notifying the Wampanoag Repatriation Confederation, Wampanoag Tribe of
Gay Head (Aquinnah) of Massachusetts, Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Tribe (a
nonfederally recognized Indian group), and Assonet Band of the
Wampanoag Nation (a nonfederally recognized Indian group) that this
notice has been published.
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Dated June 20, 2003.
John Robbins,
Assistant Director, Cultural Resources.
[FR Doc. 03-20754 Filed 8-13-03; 8:45 am]
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