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History By Mail Subscription

Created by Ari Siegel

A monthly subscription featuring replicas of fascinating historical documents.

$78.00

Independent Maker

Made in USA

What Makes It Uncommon

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Buff Up Your History

The invention of the atomic bomb. Rosa Parks and the Montgomery bus boycott. Sure, you can read about these moments in a book, but why not hear from those who were actually there? This monthly mail subscription service sends detailed replicas of historical documents, like Albert Einstein's correspondence with FDR or Parks’ police report when she refused to give up her seat.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 letter comes with pertinent information to explain any additional context and cultural significance. Here's how it works:

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—handwriting, signatures, and all.

A letter is then sent via UPS to ensure swift delivery after purchase. Each of the subsequent five letters will be mailed via USPS First Class Mail.

Whether this is just a keepsake for history buffs or a creative learning tool, get ready to feel closer than you ever have before to monumental moments throughout history. 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.

Customers who purchase the first or second collection will receive the initial letter so they can give it to the recipient. At checkout, purchasers can provide the gift recipient's name and address so the remaining letters can be sent directly to them via USPS.

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at the US Capitol, where he gave tours to guests, then gained an even deeper appreciation when he started checking out historical documents at the Library of Congress archives.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.

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This is a made-to-order item that ships directly from the maker. If you order today your item will ship no later than 11/13/2024.

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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