Rooted Exhibit – Featuring artwok by Monica Baza, Donna Birn, Judy Flores, & Dawn Lees Reyes
SummaryRooted Exhibit – Featuring artwok by Monica Baza, Donna Birn, Judy Selk Flores, PhD, & Dawn Lees Reyes. ROOTED from march 1 to april 6,
Påle' Jesus Baza Duenas in the center of this pre-World War II image, surrounded by members of his family.
Påle’ Duenas was the second ever CHamoru Catholic priest and the first to be ordained on Guam.
During World War II, with the deportation of all the non-CHamoru priests by the Japanese, Påle’ Duenas assumed leadership of the Catholic Church of Guam, during one of the most traumatic moments in recent island history.
Påle’ Duenas was an icon of strength and hope during the Japanese occupation, encouraging the CHamoru people to focus on their faith and family.
Påle’ Duenas was executed by the Japanese in the closing weeks of the Japanese occupation.
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An image of Talo’fo’fo’ bay from 1949
SummaryAn image of Talo’fo’fo’ bay from 1949. Prior to Spanish colonization, this bay was a hub for several villages. The CHamoru people lived along the
Prugråman Sinipok or Adult Chamoru Immersion Program
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