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Time Capsule Scheduled for Burial in Philadelphia on July 4

A legally required time capsule will be buried in Philadelphia on July 4 and remain sealed until 2276. The capsule is intended for opening during America's quincentennial.

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Time Capsule Scheduled for Burial in Philadelphia on July 4

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A time capsule is scheduled to be buried in Philadelphia on July 4. The capsule is not to be opened until 2276. Burial of the capsule is required by law. The capsule is intended to be opened during America's quincentennial.

CBS News reported that the project looks to the future while many other 250th anniversary events focus on the past. Correspondent Faith Salie examined the selection of objects for the capsule. Objects described as both high tech and low made the cut for preservation.

The capsule itself was designed to survive 250 years underground. CBS News reported that the burial will take place in Philadelphia.

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