Centennial Time Capsule

Celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, time capsules have become a meaningful way to reflect on our unique American experience and way of life.

Box Elder looks ahead with a commitment to “Save the Moment and Share the Future” by dedicating a Centennial Time Capsule during the Salute to Ellsworth celebration.

The capsule will be opened in 2064, marking 100 years since the establishment of the City’s first ordinance.

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The City is seeking items in three categories:

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  • City publications

  • Local business menus

  • Douglas School yearbooks, sports team photos, uniforms, and memorabilia

Culture and Arts

  • Local artwork

  • Creative writing

  • Cultural event programs

Family History and Community Life

  • Family photographs

  • Letters to future generations

  • Military family stories and Ellsworth Air Force Base memorabilia

 

Item Requirements

  • Items should be clean, dry, and in good condition.

  • Include a brief description explaining the item's significance and why it should be included.

  • Photographs should be labeled with names, dates, locations, and any relevant context.

  • Documents should be legible and suitable for long-term preservation.

  • Submitted items become part of the Centennial Box Elder Time Capsule collection and may not be returned.

  • The City reserves the right to determine final inclusion based on available space, preservation concerns, and historical relevance.

Digital items may be accepted if submitted on approved media and in common file formats. Accepted formats include widely used and long-term accessible file types such as PDF, JPG, PNG, MP4, and MP3. All digital submissions should be provided on standard storage devices (such as USB drives), clearly labeled with the submitter’s name and a brief description of the content. Files should be final versions and free of password protection or special software requirements to ensure long-term accessibility.