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History By Mail Subscription

Created by Ari Siegel

A monthly subscription featuring replicas of fascinating historical documents.

$42.00 - $175.00

High quality paper Informative background Unique gift idea Engaging content Subscription format Perfect for history buffs Great for conversation

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Independent Maker

Made in USA

What Makes It Uncommon

The invention of the atomic bomb. Rosa Parks and the Montgomery bus boycott. Sure, anyone can read about these moments in a book, but imagine hearing from those who were actually there? This monthly subscription delivers detailed replicas of historical documents, like Albert Einstein's correspondence with FDR or Parks’ police report when she refused to give up her seat. Each document comes with pertinent information to explain any additional context and cultural significance. Whether this is just a keepsake for history buffs or a creative learning tool, get ready to feel closer than ever before to monumental moments throughout history.

  • Each month, a team of archivists scours the world for fascinating documents on a given subject, like foreign diplomacy or women’s rights.
  • Graphic designers replicate them with painstaking attention to detail—handwriting, signatures, and all.
  • The first letter is sent via UPS to ensure swift delivery after purchase. Each of the subsequent letters in the subscription will be mailed via USPS First Class Mail.
  • Only one subscription can be purchased per order. If you'd prefer to deliver the first letter in person, just click "Customize" and you’ll have the option to add a second address for the rest of the subscription to be sent directly to your recipient.
  • Designed and printed in Illinois.
Giving this as a gift? Download and email, or print and give this card to your recipient to let them know their subscription is on the way.

created by

Ari Siegel

Ari Siegel has always loved how history comes alive when you approach it right. He grew up listening to stories from his WWII-veteran grandfathers, went on to work at the US Capitol, where he gave tours to guests, then gained an even deeper appreciation when he started checking out historical documents at the Library of Congress archives. With History by Mail, he hopes to share the excitement of holding something meaningful about our nation’s past in your own hands.

This is a made-to-order item that ships directly from the maker. If you order today your item will ship no later than 4/3/2025.

Items that are made to order or oversized can't be sent in a Gift Box. Instead, you can include your Gift Message on the shipment's packing slip.  At this time, this item cannot be shipped to APO/FPO addresses, or to U.S. Territories including Minor Outlyling Islands. Contact custom@uncommongoods.com with any questions.

This item is not available to ship outside of the U.S. See International FAQ for more info.

Made from

paper

Measurements

9.5” L x 4.125” W x0.05" H

Care

Lay flat, keep dry

Notes

Your first document will be mailed a week after placing an order to the purchaser (for gifting). The subsequent documents will be mailed on the 15th of each month. Subsequent documents can be mailed directly to the end recipient by entering their address into the customize boxes prior to checkout.

For subsequent months, you will receive a monthly envelope containing a replica of a historical document. While the first letter in the series has been delivered via UPS to ensure swift delivery after purchase, each of the subsequent letters will be mailed via United States Postal Service First Class Mail.

Please Note: Letters that have already shipped are not subject to return. If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, you can cancel your subscription at any time for a refund on the months you have not yet received.

Item ID

52179

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