All articles tagged with #time capsule
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Indian Defence Review
In 1975, a time capsule buried in Seward, Nebraska, containing a Chevrolet Vega and other objects, was unearthed in 2025, revealing the car in remarkable condition and sparking interest in its preservation and history, despite some challenges with lost records and minor damage.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
A time capsule sealed by Princess Diana in 1991 at Great Ormond Street Hospital was opened early due to construction, revealing 1990s memorabilia including a Kylie Minogue CD, a pocket television, and other ephemera, highlighting the fleeting nature of such artifacts and the challenges of preserving history.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Euronews.com
Princess Diana's 1991 time capsule, buried at Great Ormond Street Hospital, was prematurely opened in 2025 to make way for a new cancer center, revealing 90s memorabilia and historical headlines, with the center expected to open in 2028.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by ABC News
A time capsule sealed by Princess Diana in 1991 at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London has been opened, revealing 1990s artifacts and commemorating her charitable legacy, just before the 28th anniversary of her death. The capsule included items like a Kylie Minogue CD, a pocket TV, and her own photograph, reflecting her deep involvement with the hospital and her impact on modern philanthropy. The hospital is now developing a new cancer center to replace outdated facilities, aiming to enhance treatment and research for childhood cancers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
A homeowner in Missouri found a time capsule from 1994 hidden in his crawl space and was able to locate its creator, now 42, through social media. The discovery has sparked a wave of nostalgia and positive responses online, highlighting the human fascination with preserving the past. Nostalgia expert Krystine Batcho explains that nostalgia helps us cope with uncertainty and mortality, and the recent surge in time capsule creation during the pandemic reflects a desire to archive the best of who we are. The time capsule contains '90s toys and personal items, prompting collective reminiscing and illustrating how nostalgia can bring people together.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Good News Network
10-year-old British schoolgirl Elizabeth Norman, known as 'Astro Liz', became the first child to send something to the moon by contributing to a time capsule on the recent US commercial launch to the lunar surface. Her passion for space and a model rocket launch in her backyard caught the attention of space bosses, leading to her payload being included in the Peregrine lunar lander. Despite an unexpected challenge post-launch, the lander is expected to make a hard landing on the moon near the Gruitheisen Domes on February 23. Elizabeth's achievement serves as an inspiration for young space enthusiasts and highlights the accessibility of space exploration for all ages.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Creative Boom
Photographer Seymour Licht has compiled a collection of Halloween costume photos taken over the past 20 years on the New York subway in his new book, Halloween Underground. The book captures the juxtaposition of spooky costumes against the gritty reality of everyday life, creating a time capsule of Halloween seasons gone by. Inspired by iconic subway portraits, social surrealism images, and poetry, Licht's photographs showcase the weird and whimsical characters that emerge on Halloween night in the dimly lit underground tunnels.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Space.com
The European Southern Observatory (ESO) celebrated the upcoming completion of the Extremely Large Telescope (ELT) by burying a time capsule at the construction site. The capsule contains mementos from ESO staff, drawings from Chilean children, and a book describing the ELT's scientific goals. The ELT, expected to be completed by 2028, will be the world's largest visible and infrared light telescope, with the ability to provide sharper images of the cosmos and aid in the search for extraterrestrial life.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
The unveiling of a nearly 200-year-old time capsule at the U.S. Military Academy in West Point initially disappointed viewers as it appeared to contain only dirt. However, further examination by an archaeologist revealed six silver coins dating from 1795 to 1828 and a commemorative medal from 1826. The box, discovered during repairs to a monument, is believed to date back to 1828 and its contents are still being investigated.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
A time capsule buried by cadets at West Point nearly 200 years ago was opened during a live-streamed ceremony, revealing six silver American coins dating from 1795 to 1828 and a commemorative medal. The coins, including a 1795 5-cent coin and an 1800 Liberty dollar, are believed to be valued between a couple of hundred dollars to well over $1,000. The time capsule, found during the restoration of a monument honoring Revolutionary War hero Thaddeus Kosciuszko, will continue to be analyzed for its historical significance.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
A 194-year-old time capsule discovered at West Point initially appeared to contain only dust, but upon further examination, historians found six silver American coins dating from 1795 to 1828 and a commemorative medal. The coins and medal were discovered in the sediment of the lead box, which had been placed in the base of a monument by cadets. The unexpected findings confirmed the theory that the box was left by cadets in 1828 or 1829. The historical artifacts will be preserved and analyzed, and a new time capsule will be placed in the monument for future generations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Detroit Free Press
The West Point time capsule mystery takes a new twist as six old coins and a commemorative medal dating from 1795 to 1828 are discovered at the bottom of the previously thought-to-be empty lead cube. The significance of these items and the reason for their placement in the Thaddeus Kościuszko monument remains unknown, adding to the unsolved mystery surrounding the time capsule.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Journal News
After a high-profile ceremony to unseal a time capsule from 1829 at West Point, which initially appeared to contain only dust and silt, it has been revealed that six coins and a medal were actually retrieved from the box. The treasure, buried twice, includes a Liberty dollar coin from 1800, a 50-cent coin from 1828, and a commemorative medal from 1826 marking the completion of the Erie Canal. The contents of the box were initially disappointing, but archaeologists plan to collect and screen the silt to determine if any remains or small organic items were present.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
A time capsule discovered at West Point Military Academy, initially thought to contain only silt, has yielded hidden treasure in the form of six silver American coins dating from 1795 to 1828 and a commemorative medal. The coins were found in the sediment of the box, which was opened during a disappointing livestream event. The discovery confirms the theory that the time capsule was left by cadets in 1828 or 1829, and further analysis will be conducted to learn more about the academy's history and the country's history.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Detroit Free Press
A 200-year-old time capsule discovered at West Point in New York was opened to reveal nothing but silt at the bottom. The lead cube, believed to have been placed by cadets in 1828, was found in the base of the Thaddeus Kościuszko monument. Despite the disappointment, historians and experts noted that the significance of the time capsule lies in its connection to the past and the mystery surrounding its discovery. The capsule's contents, including the marking on the lid, will be further researched.