Secretary of State Ralph Munro (left) and Gov. Booth Gardner with several of the Capsule Keepers during the Centennial Celebration in Olympia on Nov. 11, 1989. Standing behind Gardner is Knute Berger, who will give a talk Monday about  the history of the Capsule Keepers. (Photo courtesy of Washington State Archives)

Journalist and historian Knute “Skip” Berger is speaking in Olympia Monday (Sept. 8) at noon about the history and role of the Capsule Keepers, the group tasked with maintaining the state time capsule. The first group of Capsule Keepers was chosen in 1989 at age 10. Now, 25 years later, a new group will take on the responsibility during the celebration of Washington’s 125th anniversary on Nov. 11.

Berger’s talk, which also will cover how the new Keepers are being recruited, takes place at the State Capital Museum, 211 – 21st Ave. SW. The event is free, with a $2 suggested donation.