Mohegan Tribe welcomes home centuries-old artifacts from a CT museum

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July 24, 2026

Outlet: Connecticut Public Radio

“A wooden mortar and pestle, covered basket and historical documents are finally home – at the Mohegan Tribe.

Tribal members gathered Monday at a ceremonial homecoming to welcome back the centuries-old items after a Connecticut museum returned them.”

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