I Gima’Tåga or the House of Tåga on the island of Tinian
SummaryA 19th century drawing of I Gima’Tåga or the House of Tåga on the island of Tinian. I Gima’Taga is the largest known latte house
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February marks the launch of “Rooted,” the Guam Museum’s new monthly feature in the digital magazine Dwell Well Guam, which debuted just last November.
Rooted
February marks the launch of “Rooted,” the Guam Museum’s new monthly feature in the digital magazine Dwell Well Guam, which debuted just last November.
Each month, we’ll share stories from the Museum’s collections, exhibits, and ongoing work – inviting you to listen closely to what our artifacts and histories have to tell us.
Take a look at a snapshot from our very first article and join us as we continue sharing the stories that connect us to place, people, and past. This first article discusses the history and cultural significance of the kulo’ and includes images of a special ancient version found during the excavation of the Mocham area, where the Mangilao Golf Course is today.
This educational feature and other programs for 2026 are being launched as part of the celebration of the 100 year anniversary of the dream of the Guam Museum.
Each month, we’ll share stories from the Museum’s collections, exhibits, and ongoing work – inviting you to listen closely to what our artifacts and histories have to tell us.
Take a look at a snapshot from our very first article and join us as we continue sharing the stories that connect us to place, people, and past. This first article discusses the history and cultural significance of the kulo’ and includes images of a special ancient version found during the excavation of the Mocham area, where the Mangilao Golf Course is today.
This educational feature and other programs for 2026 are being launched as part of the celebration of the 100 year anniversary of the dream of the Guam Museum.
If you enjoy the work the Guam Museum is doing, consider making a donation to the Guam Museum.
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Return from the Hornbostel Collection to the Marianas
SummaryThe first wave of approximately 100 artifacts and 3 latte were returned last year. This second wave will consist of thousands of åcho’ atupat and
Kantan Chamorrita giya Marianas
SummarySaturday at 2pm at the Guam Museum Theater. We are blessed to have Manny Borja and Frances Sablan from Saipan as our featured storytellers! Kantan