Colonial-Era Human Remains to be Repatriated in Major Step Towards Decolonization
A significant step towards addressing the legacy of colonialism is underway. Human remains collected during this period, currently held in museums and institutions, are set to be repatriated. This raises complex questions about their status and the possibility of 're-humanization'.
Institutions worldwide now agree that these remains should not be displayed or stored. Instead, they are to be (re)claimed as ancestors by their communities of origin. A lecture titled 'The Colonial Body Archive: Images, Data, Objects - and Ancestors' will delve into this topic on 29.10.2025 at 6:00 PM at the Agnes-Heller-House, SR 7, 1st Floor. Gesine Krüger, a professor of modern history at the University of Zurich, will lead the discussion. The lecture will explore the repatriation of specimens such as skulls, bones, facial and body casts, and hair samples, highlighting the importance of this process in the ongoing effort to right the wrongs of colonial ancestry.
The repatriation of colonial-era human remains is a crucial step in acknowledging and addressing the past. It offers a chance for healing, cultural reconnection, and a more inclusive future. The upcoming lecture promises to shed light on this complex issue and its significance in the broader context of decolonization.
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