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Our Story Continues: Family Time Capsule Submission

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Your Family’s Story Belongs in History

You’ve completed Civic Quest — and now your journey continues. Through the Civic Quest Time Capsule Challenge, families across the country are reflecting on their civic spark moments and helping capture how Americans see their role in the national story.

In this submission, you’ll upload a short video (2–4 minutes) introducing your family and sharing what you would place in a time capsule and why those items matter to your civic story. Your capsule might include meaningful objects, traditions, or reflections that show what your family values and hopes to carry forward into the next chapter of American history.

From submissions nationwide, the National Constitution Center will select 5 families to receive an official NCC Time Capsule Kit, preserved at the museum as part of America’s 250th anniversary.

Primary Contact Information

So we can follow up if your family is selected.

Or postal code outside USA
Your Family

Tell us a little about who's in your video.

Example: The Washington Family
Your Civic Quest Experience
Your Time Capsule and Video Submission
Website link to your video (2-4 minutes) explaining what items you chose and why they matter to your family’s civic story. Example: a YouTube URL.

Questions About Civic Quest?

Find answers to frequently asked questions about the Civic Quest game, missions, and learning experience.

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