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542. Is a Museum Just a Trophy Case?

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The Nigerian Government's Decision to Return Benin Art to Nigeria

The Nigerian government has ordered that all Benin artifacts be delivered to the Oba of Benin. The Edo museum project is still moving forward, with an archaeological dig underway. I personally don't believe that the artwork that is returned to Benin will be on public display in our lifetimes and maybe never," says D'Sou.

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