The University of Denver Museum of Anthropology (DUMA) is a dedicated institution that aims to increase knowledge and understanding of world cultures and human diversity. With a strong emphasis on applied and public anthropology, DUMA is committed to responsible community engagement, ethical stewardship of collections, research, teaching, and educational programming. The museum acknowledges and addresses the colonial legacies embedded in its anthropological collections, striving to build collaborative relationships and respect the rights and cultural protocols of the communities represented in its collection.
DUMA features a range of exhibits that showcase student and faculty anthropology research, as well as collaborations with campus organizations and community partners. Its collections house over 100,000 unique ethnographic and archaeological artifacts, including Southwestern pottery, African, and Native American pieces. Through hands-on learning experiences, DUMA actively involves students in research, interpretation, and curation, while also engaging with tribal nations and working towards repatriation efforts in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).
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