The City of Sanibel’s Time Capsule is now on display at Shore Haven Welcome Center at the Village. The time capsule located at the Sanibel City Hall was opened on November 5, 2024, to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Sanibel’s incorporation.
The capsule was sealed and buried in 1984 on the approximate 10th anniversary of incorporation as our young city’s leaders wanted to acknowledge their decade of achievements, advise citizens, as well as to congratulate and encourage the future city administration and community. Many letters and photographs from clubs and non-profit entities were placed in the capsule. A selection of these items is included in the exhibit.
A Power Point presentation of the capsule’s contents is available for viewing on the City of Sanibel website, mysanibel.com.
Founded in 1984, the Village is excited to welcome visitors during its 41st year of preserving, sharing, and celebrating Sanibel’s history. The tour experience includes an orientation video and eight historic buildings displaying numerous artifacts telling engaging stories. Much of the site is handicap accessible. The Rutland House remains closed post-Hurricane Ian.
The Village is located on Sanibel Island at 950 Dunlop Road (next to Big Arts) and parking is free.
The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village operates as a non-profit organization.
Visit the Village’s website for more information: www.sanibelmuseum.org.
