To administer the territorial historic preservation program in a manner that recognizes and honors americansamoa s strong indigenous culture and traditional system of communal land…

To administer the territorial historic preservation program in a manner that recognizes and honors americansamoa s strong indigenous culture and traditional system of communal land ownership.american samoa has a wealth of prehistoric, historic and legendary historic properties that embody ourterritory s 3000 year old culture and history. We envision a future time when there is a realization thathistoric resources embody what is unique and significant about american samoa. A future time when a rediscoveryof that heritage will generate citizen concern and pride in the territory s historic resources and will lead toaction of protecting and investing in that heritage. A future time when there is an understanding that a placethat, through its people, holds onto its historic resources will attract tourists, stimulate private investments, further enhance community pride, and make IT possible for future generations to see, touch, and walk through thatirreplaceable history.tracking