Collection Manager, Archaeology and Head of the Section of Anthropology
Biography
Amy Covell-Murthy is the Archaeology Collection Manager and Head of the Section of Anthropology at Carnegie Museum of Natural History. She received her MLA in Museum Studies from Harvard University Extension School in 2021.
Her interests focus on Eastern Woodlands archaeology, museum ethics, the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), decolonization Initiatives, and object storage solutions. In particular, she is interested in how we care for human remains in museums and other collecting institutions.
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2024 in The Greater Pittsburgh Area
by Amy Covell-Murthy, Archaeology Collection Manager and Head of the Section of Anthropology Indigenous Peoples’ Day is observed in many US cities …
Tribal Museums Day and Promoting Indigenous Authors
by Amy L. Covell-Murthy The Association on American Indian Affairs (AAIA) celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2022, making it the oldest non-profit serving …
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2023
by Amy Covell-Murthy Indigenous Peoples’ Day is observed in the City of Pittsburgh alongside Columbus Day, and I would like to suggest …
Staff Favorites: Dolls in the Museum’s Care
Barbie size white sweater, hat, and ear muffs
Bringing A Little O-Gah-Pah to Pittsburgh
by Amy L. Covell-Murthy It is important for Carnegie Museum of Natural History (CMNH) to maintain relationships with the diverse Indigenous communities …
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2022
by Amy L. Covell-Murthy Indigenous Peoples’ Day is observed in the City of Pittsburgh concurrently with Columbus Day, and I would like …
