The Atlas Obscura Podcast The World’s Largest Time Capsule
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Jul 15, 2025 Journey to Seward, Nebraska, where the world’s largest time capsule lies waiting to be unveiled. Discover the innovative pyramid design and the fascinating backstory of its creator, Harold Keith Davison. Meet the dedicated caretaker who reflects on her father's legacy and the powerful emotions tied to preserving family histories. Explore the quirky rivalries surrounding time capsules and their role in connecting generations. Finally, consider the hopeful messages we wish to send to the future through our own time capsules.
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Harold's Epic Time Capsule Project
- Harold Keith Davison built the world's largest time capsule in his yard in Seward, Nebraska.
- His daughter Trish has been the dedicated keeper of the capsule since his death.
Time Capsule for Grandchildren
- Harold aimed the time capsule opening at his grandchildren, not far-future strangers.
- He opened contributions to his community to make it a collective legacy.
Dispute Over World's Largest Capsule
- The Guinness Book initially certified Harold's capsule as largest but later removed the category after dispute.
- Harold resolved it by erecting a giant pyramid above the vault to claim the title.