A time capsule containing nearly 200 artifacts representing American history is set to be buried in Philadelphia ahead of the nation's 250th birthday. The capsule, weighing approximately 900 pounds and made of stainless steel, will be sealed with a lid weighing 1,100 pounds. America250 Chair Rosie Rios stated that the capsule includes contributions from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and U.S. territories. Notable items include a pocket Constitution signed by Supreme Court justices, a crystal from the 2026 New Year's Eve ball, a message in a Coca-Cola bottle, an American flag flown at the 2026 Rose Parade, and an NFL America250 commemorative coin. The capsule will be buried in Independence National Historical Park on July 4 and is scheduled to be reopened in 2276.
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America250 Time Capsule to be Buried in Philadelphia
The America250 time capsule, containing nearly 200 artifacts, will be buried in Philadelphia on July 4 as part of the celebrations for the nation's 250th anniversary. The capsule includes contributions from all states and territories and will be reopened in 2276.
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