Deadline for time capsule project extended to Dec. 15

The Hempstead County Bicentennial Time Capsule deadline has been extended to Dec. 15.

“Residents still have time to put their own ‘Letter to the Future’ for the Hempstead County Bicentennial Time Capsule,” spokesman Josh Williams said.

“To celebrate the 200th anniversary of the formation of Hempstead County, Ark., the Hempstead County Bicentennial Committee is offering an opportunity for you to send a one page ‘Letter to the Future’ on a provided form,” Williams said.

“The letters will be placed in the time capsule for future generations to see 50 years from now in 2068 and look back on what Hempstead County life was like in the year 2018,” Williams said.

“People and organizations are encouraged to write anything you would like people in 2068 to know. All of the letters will be microfilmed by the Arkansas State Archives and then placed in the time capsule. Every citizen of the county can turn in one sheet of paper. The standard letter form can be downloaded online at www.Hempstead200.com or picked up at the HopeHempstead County Chamber of Commerce,” he said.

“Each community in the county is also being asked to donate some artifacts or items representing their communities that will also go in the time capsule. Contact your local mayor for more information,” Williams said.

For more information, call Williams at 870-703-8256.