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Subject: Kentucky Virginia United Native American Museum K.V.U.N.A.M
Date: 2 Oct 2005 11:17:05 -0600

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the creation of the Kentucky Virginia United Native American Museum K.V.U.N.A.M for short. I have the support of many of the Native American Leaders in the State of Kentucky. The museum will also be an Educational resource center and Native Genealogy resource center. The highlights of the Education will be:
Native history and culture
Native existence in Southeastern Kentucky
Native Grave Protection and the Law
Sensitivity education in regards to artifact hunting and the Law
Native Customs and Traditions
Native American Arts

The Native genealogy hopefully explains itself.
The remaining members are in agreement with my strict Artifact policy. Please read the following statement.
(All artifacts that are extracted from the earth should be studied and resolved. Items such as cooking pots, needles, warrior items, and some arrow heads should be treated as a burial item. I plead with person’s possessing such items to donate the artifacts to a reputable Native American Organization. I will personally assist anyone who wants their artifacts studied. I will not do any appraisals. Please know that if the artifact is indeed a burial item it is a part of our ancestor’s souls and must be returned to the earth. The process of re-internment will be handled by a reputable Native American Organization. I do not have the authority to re-intern any artifact. Fields items are items that may be kept by the public. I stress that I am not an expert, I can put you in contact with experts.)
http://www.ridgetopcherokee.com
William Shackleford email:
I have a verbal commitment from local Government leaders that we will receive assistance in regards to the initial facility. Local Government is willing to work toward the goals of K.V.U.N.A.M.
The Museum will house:
Educational displays in regards to the Native History of Southeastern Kentucky.
Loaned or donated family artifacts that can be proven to be such artifacts.
Field items (Artifacts) (NON BURIAL ITEMS)
Historical Photographs with Bios on Native Citizens of Southeastern Kentucky
Photographs and Bios on Current families with Native American Blood of Southeastern Kentucky
Educational Resource Center
Native American Genealogy Resource Center

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