About the Training

​May 12-14, 2026
University of Montana in Missoula, Montana
Brought to you through a partnership with the Association on American Indian Affairs, the University of Montana, and Your Neighborhood Museum
In-person, comprehensive NAGPRA regulations training and compliance, and collections management training for Plains Nations and institutions with collections from the Plains. 

This comprehensive, in-person training was designed for:
  • Native Nations with homelands in the Plains
    • The Plains Region includes Native Nations that identify as "Plains" from Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Oklahoma, Wyoming.
  • Institutions with collections affiliated to the Plains Nations
  • Organizations with regional or national influence in repatriation work

Participants received hands-on training and a certificate in:
  • NAGPRA regulations and legal requirements
  • ​Collaboration and consultation
  • Compliance strategy and documentation
  • Collections management practices 

​This training was built for practitioners actively working in repatriation. Sessions included mock scenarios, collaborative problem-solving, talking circles, and focused workshops on compliance and museum management. Participants left with practical tools they could use immediately.

Support NAGPRA Training. Support Repatriation.

Your purchase directly supports the Association’s hands-on NAGPRA Training—equipping Native Nations and institutions with the tools, knowledge, and strategies needed to return Ancestors and cultural belongings.
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Each item is Native-designed and part of a limited-edition release. Every purchase helps expand access to training, strengthen accountability, and move repatriation work forward.
Available Styles:
  • $29.99 — T-Shirts
  • $34.99 — Long Sleeve T-Shirts
  • $44.99 — Crewnecks
  • $49.99 — Hoodies

Shipping not included.

Thank you to our training partners!

Thank you to our non-profit partners!