History
Exploring the ancient past of the Marianas through research, storytelling, and visual documentation.
Heritage
Preserving the cultural knowledge, practices, and ancestral wisdom that shape our island communities.
Stories
Capturing the voices, experiences, and lived narratives of the people of the Marianas.
Identity
Honoring the evolving sense of self shaped by our history, heritage, and island worldview.
I Espiritun Marianas
A deep look into the spiritual traditions of the Marianas: our ancestral practices, the legacy of colonization, and the meaning of the Lisåyu today. I Espiritun Marianas shares community voices on what spirituality means to our islands.
- Status: Production Complete
- Format: Documentary Short
- Release Date: 2026 via Fåhå Digital Media
I Espiritun Marianas was produced by Marianas In-Depth and funded by Fåha’ Digital Media
Rediscovering Chamorro Pottery
Documenting the search for heritage and identity through one of our oldest traditions. Chamorro pottery is as old as the people, traveling with our ancestors as they ventured into unknown waters to find their new homes. A tradition lost due to colonization is being rediscovered through research and experimentation.
- Status: Post Production
- Format: Documentary Short
- Release Date: December – January 2025
Rediscovering Chamorro Pottery was produced by Marianas In-Depth and funded by Commonwealth Council for Arts & Culture.
Tiempon I Manmofo’na
A companion documentary series to the historical text Tiempon I Manmofo’na. This series will showcase the history of the Mariana Islands in a visually accessible format – allowing our people to learn about and connect with their heritage. With support from the author and copyright holders, we are in the funding stage of this project.
- Status: Funding
- Format: Historical Docuseries
- Release Date: December 2026