Why museums are returning cultural treasures

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September 23, 2018 Today's TED Talk Why museums are returning cultural treasures 13:01 minutes · TEDxMileHigh Archaeologist and curator Chip Colwell collects artifacts for his museum, but he also returns them to where they came from. In a thought-provoking talk, he shares how some museums are confronting their legacies of stealing spiritual objects and pillaging ancient graves -- and how they're bridging divides with communities who are demanding the return of their cultural treasures. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day The magic of the human voice From beat-boxing battles to a digital choir of 2000 people, these talks celebrate the beauty and versatility of the human voice. Watch » 5 talks · Total run time 1:01:38 NEW ON IDEAS.TED.CoM Headed to a protest or march? Here's what to know before you go No matter what side you're on, demonstrations, rallies, marches and protests are a powerful tool of political resistance -- but yes, you can often count on law enforcement to make an appearance. Here's a practical guide to US guidelines and laws that can help you minimize your risks while you get your message across. Read more »   Download the TED app

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