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America’s Time Capsule: 56 states and territories contribute artifacts for 250th anniversary
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· July 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about the collection and project are available from America250, the organization behind the initiative. A collection of items is being used to represent the United States.
A collection of items is being used to represent the United States. This collection is part of a larger project to commemorate a significant milestone in the country's history. The project has made the contents of this collection available.
It includes various items from around the country that will help to tell a story about the United States. Further details about the collection and project are available from America250, the organization behind the initiative. They have shared information about the items that have been contributed from different parts of the country.
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Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) ·
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