Group One, Telegrams and Letters, 1967, 1967

The time capsule was intended as a memory to the past, and a look to the future. Included in the capsule were class reports on several countries, as well as various topics including science, space exploration, fashion, the city of Mankato, and predictions for the future. They included model space ships, toy cars and other items they felt people might like to see in the future.

The folders in the collection are labeled by group or class. “Group” is used to describe materials taken out of the time capsule that were grouped together without a specific title. Other items taken out of the time capsule were clearly labeled with a grade level and course title.

The capsule itself was an old water softener tank, standing approximately five ft. tall. For the burial event the school held an assembly with dignitaries who gave speeches.

There is a permanent display in the archives reading room of the capsule itself.