Dana Point Time Capsule Opening Revealed 50 Years Later

DANA POINT, CA —What secrets lie within? Love letters? bits and pieces of Dana Point's legacy? Chances are, you've seen it. A rock placed by the County of Orange, the Orange County Harbor District and local Organizations marked the start of construction of Dana Point Harbor.

Fifty years ago, on August 29, 1966, that rock placing ceremony took place at Doheny State Beach. A time capsule was sealed into a rock chosen from those forming the breakwater, according to a release from the OC Parks. And what a difference 50 years makes.

In May of this year, the Orange County Parks removed the 8-ton rock from Puerto Place at the Harbor to the John D. Cooper Archeological Paleontological Centerin Santa Ana where the time capsule contents will be cataloged and prepared for the exhibit.

"The Rock" will be steam cleaned and placed at its new location at Baby Beach.

On Monday, Aug. 29, a beach barbecue worthy of 1966 takes place at Dana Point Harbor's Baby Beach. The time capsule's contents will be revealed - exactly 50 years after the signature event.

The unveiling Ceremony will begin at 4 p.m. and a welcome address will be made by Supervisor Bartlett.

Spectators are welcome. A barbecue dinner is available for those who purchased advanced tickets, or those who are holding a ticket to the original 1966 Time Capsule Ceremony Barbecue.

Proceeds from the event will go to the Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group

Baby Beach, where the iconic rock will remain, is located at 34445 Ensenada Place, Dana Point, CA 92629

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Photo Courtesy Dana Point Ritz Carlton