The Pyramid

The pyramid has been an integral part of our culture and consciousness for the past millennium. It is a Platonic solid, a universal shape that has served numerous purposes - from the burial sites of the Pharaohs to worship sites for the Incas/Aztecs/ Mayans, and many modern architectural landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Transamerica Pyramid and the Louvre Museum.

This shape is a gateway to the understanding of both the past and the future. History, romance, archeology is all associated with this shape. Now a new use for this universal shape is being introduced - an " archeology of the future " is being formed.

Individual time capsules - miniature, equilateral pyramids will be used as containers for those individuals who want to leave behind more than just a windswept headstone and a dim memory of their existence.

This combination will serve as a new archeological database that will contain the oral/visual history of the planet - one person at a time. Each participant will collect their memories and their DNA (it would be securely stored) then upon death their ashes would be included. And, upon reaching a full payload twelve containers) be interred in space...leaving the sands of the Pharaohs far behind, sending the history of mankind to the stars a type of " Star Seed."

All types of people would participate in this endeavor. People who are paid participants, those who are chosen by lottery and those who are considered " extraordinary " people and are invited. These include: civic leaders, scientists, spiritual leaders, etc.

This material is resistant to radiation, penetration, extreme heat and cold all the properties of a harsh space environment. The bio-disks are of a non-outgassing material chosen for longevity, and all appropriate steps have been taken to secure the integrity of the capsules. Not only is the pyramid shape functional (easily stacked) it also has a strong historical and romantic reference. The environmental impact of space burial saves land for food, shelter and natural vegetations/species. Land burials use 1600 sites per acre. Yet, it is the ancient wonder of the pyramids tied to the never ending voyage through space, the making of history in the future and the preservation of our stories, which are the true, compelling attractions of this endeavor.