Be a Part of Golden Valley's Time Capsule

In honor of Golden Valley’s 125th anniversary this year, a group of citizens is creating a time capsule containing selected artifacts reflective of contemporary Golden Valley.  The time capsule will be opened by residents 25 years from now, in 2036.  You can contribute to this history project in a number of ways.

Golden Valley residents don't just have to contribute objects, they can contribute ideas, too.  Organizers are looking for suggestions about the design and location of  the time capsule as well as suggested general categories of materials.

And of course, organizers are looking for specific items that should be placed inside the time capsule.  You can either contribute an item you own or share an idea of what you think the city should put inside the capsule.

 If you have ideas to share or would like to help with the project, contact Sandy Werts, Golden Valley’s volunteer coordinator, at SWerts@goldenvalleymn.gov or at .  Contributors should include  their name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address.

The deadline for submitting ideas is April 11, 2011.

The time capsule project is just one of many commemorative activities in place for Golden Valley’s 125th anniversary. A group of volunteers, coordinated by Marshall Tanick, is planning for events throughout the year. Most will have a historical theme. To get involved, contact Werts at SWerts@goldenvalleymn.gov or 763-512-2341.

Editor's Note: This article was contributed by Golden Valley's volunteer coordinator, Sandy Werts.