I Kuttura'ta Guam
I Kuttura’ta, INC is a place where residents and visitors can experience the CHamoru culture and learn of the cultures of all the islands of Micronesia. We will be building a comprehensive site to include everything from music to language, from cultural practices to ancient legends, from cooking traditional meals to crafting beautifully woven works of art, we will bring it all together to support the preservation, celebration, and exploration of the CHamoru culture.
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Why Explore the CHamoru Culture with us?
I Kuttura’ta is the perfect virtual learning environment that connects you with all the cultures of Micronesia. We provide a connection to the physical Cultural Adventure Site at the Valley of the Latte where we work to celebrate, preserve, and share the culture of Guam and all the unique and magical cultures of Micronesia.
1. Explore Anytime, Anywhere
While you are on the go, at your desk, or traveling around the world, we will keep you connected to your roots. The islands of Micronesia, the culture, people, traditions, knowledge, heritage, and beauty are all just a click away.
2. Discover Online at Your Own Pace
Our Courses are broken down into easily managed stages. You can pick up the 1 course you need for your next adventurous project or you can join our subscriptions and gain access to the constantly evolving cultural library at anytime.
3. A True Expert Connection & Experience with Certification
Our Courses are put together and presented by true adventure specialists, cultural experts, and academic professionals to deliver a truly remarkable experience and the truest connections to the islands of Micronesia. At the end of each course, you will receive a Certification of Completion that can be used in many great ways!
4. Reward Your Discoveries with Great Savings both Online and in Person
Completion of courses, quizzes, and surveys yields more than just a sense of accomplishment, connection, and new found wisdom. Completion = great deals, discounts, and access to wonderful cultural tours, experiences, and items. Gain discounts to our online store that hosts a wonderful collection of locally hand-made crafts that can be shipped to your front door. When on Guam, you will be able to enjoy discounts on Valley of the Latte tours, workshops, events, and more!
Our Past Events:
Micronesia Music Festival 2024
Join us for the Micronesia Music Festival on July 27th, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Valley of the Latte!
Micronesia Music Festival on Saturday, July 27 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Adult entry 18 and above is $25.00
Students 6 to 17 $10.00
Children under 6 are free.
Presented by I Kuttura’ta, Inc., the Guam W.A.V.E. Club, the Valley of the Latte, LLC., Pepsi, Jeff’s Pirates Cove, Thrive Media Group, and the Stations of KUAM.
Talo’fo’fo Guam: I Kuttura’ta, Inc, and the Guam W.A.V.E. Clubs are proud to present the “Micronesia Music Festival… Rhythm by the River”, on Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Valley of the Latte in the villages of Talo’fo’fo and Inalahan.
The Micronesia Music Festival is a gathering of Guam’s talented local musicians celebrating their culture and talent through music. “We are pleased to have many talented local musicians from all over Micronesia who will entertain guests throughout the day” said Eddy Reyes, I’Kuttura’ta Founder.
“We will also be including local artists, jewelry makers, farmers and other Guam-made vendors to be a part of the day’s festivities, and of course touring the Valley of the Latte on the riverboat is an important feature of the day as well” he added.
This event caps off a momentous month remembering Guam’s 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Guam. Continue the celebration of culture through music at the Micronesia Music Festival on Saturday, July 27 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Adult entry 18 and above is $25.00 students 6 to 17 $10.00 and children under 6 are free.
Net proceeds from the event will be donated to benefit the work of I Kuttura-ta and the Guam Wave Clubs.I Kuttura’ta, Inc. is a non-profit organization whose mission is to develop a place where residents and visitors can experience the CHamoru culture as well as the many diverse cultures of the greater Micronesia region. Guam Wave Clubs, sponsored by the Tourism Education Council, is a Guam based nonprofit serving Guam since 1989 teaching students aged 8 through 18 the importance of tourism and what makes Guam a unique destination.
WAVE stands for Welcome All Visitors Enthusiastically.
“We are so excited and look forward to partnering with I’ Kuttura’ta and Valley of the Latte”, said Donna Muna Quinata Chairwoman of the Tourism Education Council.
For Information, email info@valleyofthelatte.com
I'netnon Man Taotao Micronesia 2023
At the Valley of the Latte, enjoy riverboat tours, cultural performances, local artisans/vendors, food, and non-alcoholic beverages from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
At Jeff’s Pirates Cove, grab breakfast from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. then keep the festivities going with great food, refreshing drinks and a beach volleyball competition from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Country Club of the Pacific
At Country Club of the Pacific, participate in an opening tee-off and Sling Stone throwing competition from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
*Event Schedule is Subject to Change.
