A first-of-its-kind exhibit is turning heads and sparking conversation at the Guam Museum — one that places a long-overdue spotlight on the voices, visions, and vulnerability of Guam’s men through art. Joan Aguon Charfauros has more on "Inetnon Lalåhi: A Gathering Of Men".

In the heart of Hagatna, a new energy fills the Guam Museum Cafe Gallery — one that’s raw, reflective, and distinctly male. Inetnon Lalahi, which translates to “A Gathering Of Men,” is guam’s first-ever all-male art exhibition. 

"This particular art show is that we have art works, a variety of art works that represent not just ethnic Chamorro, also different ethnicities that culminate into our island culture. The roots to this island," explained artist Jerrold Dwayne Castro.

The exhibit features over two dozen local artists — each contributing pieces that explore identity, culture, faith, masculinity, and memory through their own lived experiences. Castro is the show curator. 

"This group was assembled first with some of  the prominent artists I know. Those who curated me into their shows, and I reached out to them and it just kind of grew as I started meeting more and more- it quickly grew...we filled the space quite nicely," he shared.

From established names to emerging talent, Inetnon Lalahi captures the diversity of male creativity on Guam — and also complements the longstanding Famalao’an Art Exhibition, which honors women artists every year. Together, the two shows celebrate the full spectrum of local artistry.

"We dont have too many prominent art spaces to showcase work and this particular group is a very powerful and the only place that is suited for them is the Guam Museum," he said.

The public is invited to experience Inetnon Lalahi now through August 12 during regular museum hours. And for those who walk through the gallery — the invitation is clear: come not just to view, but to reflect.