The #1 American History Replica Subscription
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Themes Include: Civil War, WWII, & More
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Meticulously reproduced replicas delivered monthly
Explore new themes every 4 months
Each replica comes with a historical context guide
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Why History By Mail?
Physical Copies Every Month via Mail
Physical Copies Every Month via Mail
These are time capsules, encapsulating the spirit of a bygone era. From handwritten letters to official decrees, each item offers a unique glimpse into the world of the past.
Ink & Paper Authentic to the Time Period
Ink & Paper Authentic to the Time Period
Every 4 months, we explore a different theme from various angles using the letters and documents as our guides.
Made with High Quality Materials
Made with High Quality Materials
Preserve a piece of history with high-quality replicas that can be framed, displayed, or added to a personal collection.
Rare Historical Insights & Pieces
Rare Historical Insights & Pieces
Dive into the rich context behind each document, learning about the people, places, and events that shaped history.
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Imagine receiving replica of a historical document that shaped history.
Each month, a piece of the past arrives at your doorstep. A genuine historical document, along with context document meticulously reproduced on premium archival paper, capturing the essence of a bygone era.
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Every letter is more than just paper and ink. It's a portal to the past, a story waiting to be discovered. From the bold strokes of a founding father's pen to the delicate script of a romantic correspondence, each document offers a unique glimpse into history.
A tangible connection to the past.
Feel the weight of history in your hands. The high-quality paper, the precise reproduction of the original ink, and the attention to every detail make each replica a truly authentic experience.
Your connection to history shouldn't be limited to museums alone.
Every year, one in three Americans visits a historical site, and many crave more opportunities to explore.
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My husband loves these. It teaches about history in a very personal and interesting way
My Dad loves learning about American history, and he has really enjoyed getting a letter each month giving him a unique glimpse into various aspects of the country's past. The 6-month subscription is perfect, because I gift it to him for Father's Day, and then 6 months later for Christmas! I've been gifting it for about 4 years now, and he still hasn't had any repeated letters. It has been perfect!
My grandmother hates physical gifts but being able to just keep these in a binder for her to show friends and family has been great. Her bday and Christmas are 6 months apart so I am set on gifts for her
What do you get for the history-loving dad who has everything? History by Mail! Not only does my father love receiving his History by Mail, but I love the phone calls after he receives a new one. Each mailing has been the catalyst for wonderful conversations. We have renewed his subscription for three years now and do not plan to ever stop!
Love this service so much. Kids got it for Mr for Father’s Day last year and I told them to repeat for this year.
I purchased History by Mail for my Mom that loves history and reading about it.
I use some of these documents in my Government and History classes to have student analyze primary source documents and to give them a bit of perspective on a different time.
I received a subscription for Christmas a few years ago. I continued to renew it. I look forward to my letters every month.
Got this for my husband for his birthday. Very hard person to shop for. Best gift ever! Both of us look forward to receiving it every month. Just renewed for another year.
Loved my first letter and learned a lot from it
I am a history buff, so I enjoy every issue of History By Mail, but I also then send it along to a family member who may have a specific interest in the particular document, especially to adult grandchildren. The historical and anecdotal material are an interesting way to share and lets receiving parties know you're thinking of them. Thank you, History By Mail.
I got my subscription as a birthday present, and I’m very impressed so far!
It was a perfect birthday gift for a retired U.S History Teacher!
The site was easy to use and the service is awesome. My son got me a subscription for my Birthday. I really enjoy getting the glimpse back into the past through the personal notes, letters and memorabilia that comes every month. So much so, I renewed on my own. Great Job everyone
The recipient of this gift absolutely loves it! The quality is exceptional.
About Us
History By Mail is a subscription service to replicas of fascinating historical documents from American history. Our team of history enthusiasts works with archivists to select fascinating documents from the world's best archives and obtain the rights to use each document.
Frequently Asked questions
History By Mail is a monthly subscription service for replicas of historical letters and documents. Each letter comes with a separate document explaining the context of the letter including its author, recipient, and relevance to the events of its time, as well as a transcription when necessary.
History By Mail makes an excellent gift for history buffs of all shapes and sizes.
Letters come once every month and are charged either monthly, every 6 months, or annually (depending on your subscription plan).
Simply click the "Send as a gift" button on the selected subscription page and fill in the recipient's details. An email will be sent to the recipient on the date set on the "When should we tell the recipient about their gift?" field. You can choose the number of renewals you would like to gift the recipient by choosing from the "Gift Amount" options. Multiple renewals will be billed up front in a single charge. You can also add a message in the "Gift Message" section for a personalized touch.
The subscription recipient will receive a welcome letter with his or her first replica, explaining the History By Mail subscription.
Our team of curators search historic archives worldwide for interesting letters that touch on relevant historic themes, or that are written by or to historic figures. Our team verifies the authenticity of the documents and then produces a replica of the original document to deliver to you.
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