What’s Inside
When the lid was lifted from the cornerstone, there were four glass jars. Each one was stuffed with different things. There were also newspapers dated 1815, which is when construction on the project began. Those who worked on the building in the past wanted to share their lives.
What’s Inside
Not Very Surprising
There was also George Washington’s Portrait in the cornerstone and a copy of one of his earlier presidential speeches. On top of that, there were a few coins and one etched copper plate. Though these items weren’t a complete surprise, they did show what life was like back then.
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Not Very Surprising
