Westinghouse Time Capsules

The Westinghouse Time Capsules are two metallic tubes buried approximately 50 feet underground in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. Each tube measures about 90 inches long and 9 inches in diameter, positioned roughly 10 feet apart.

The first capsule was sealed during the 1939 World's Fair, with a second one buried during the 1964 World's Fair in New York. Both were created to preserve snapshots of these transformative moments for future generations to discover.

The capsules hold everyday objects, newspapers, and letters from prominent figures like Albert Einstein written to future generations. These personal messages and items reflect what people of that era considered important to preserve.

The location of both capsules is marked on maps and documented in records distributed to libraries and museums worldwide. Visitors can locate the approximate spot in the park, though the capsules themselves remain buried underground.

The capsules were built from Cupaloy, a specialized copper alloy specifically engineered to withstand burial for a thousand years or more. This material was chosen to ensure that the messages and objects inside remain intact for future generations.

Location: New York

Inception: 1939

Official opening: 69 century

GPS coordinates: 40.74280,-73.84550

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:53