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"Washington Crossing the Delaware" Advent Calendar — with special mailing envelope

"Washington Crossing the Delaware" Advent Calendar — with special mailing envelope

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Our first American history-themed advent calendar!

Make the countdown to Christmas historic with our advent calendar showing Washington crossing the Delaware.  

Behind each of the 24 windows is a unique image that reveals a piece of history related to Washington's daring Christmas night crossing in 1776, which resulted in a crucial victory at a critical time.

This advent calendar brings families a special way to celebrate the season, sparking kids' curiosity and interest in America's path to independence. Each day reveals a new element related to this event, adding a touch of holiday excitement while sharing the story of the bravery and daring of the men that very cold Christmas night as depicted in Emanuel Leutze's famous 1851 painting.

The QR code on the back links to more information about the event and the painting, and has a day-by-day explanation of the item behind each window. (We will add each day around midnight of that day so that we don't ruin the surprise.) It also links to larger versions of the map.

Printed on thick glossy paper, with artwork we commissioned for each of the days. As shown in the photos, there is an optional cardboard stand that you can add that attaches to the back so that it can stand up on a table for display. (Assemble the stand first before attaching it to the back of the calendar.)

Each calendar comes with an envelope with two maps, McConnell's Revolutionary War Map covering 1776 and 1777 and the Plan of Operations of General Washington against the King's Troops in New Jersey, 1777 map by William Faden that shows what happened that night.

Send it in the envelope we provide and you will delight a child who will remember your gift and learn more about our nation's great history every day leading up to Christmas.

Shipping

For shipments to addresses within the U.S. (scroll down for International shipping) 

Flat-rate shipping: Regardless of the number of items you order, the shipping price for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, and button packs is $5.95.

For hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets, the shipping cost is $8.95. 

Our flat rate shipping means you can add two or more t-shirts, sweatshirts, or caps for no additional shipping charge.

Note that some large or heavy items, including larger framed prints, may have a different shipping charge or a shipping surcharge. When they do, it will be noted on the product page.

 

Timing

We try to ship orders within three business days of receiving them. This applies to in-stock items. Framed items or items requiring personalization may take up to two weeks longer. If there is an extended delay, it will be noted on the product page.

We close for a week over Independence Day and Christmas. A notice will appear at the top of every page of the site in advance of this closure.

We ship most orders via USPS, so if the post office is closed, we won't be shipping orders that day.

If you need to receive your order by a certain date, such as to give as a gift or have for a trip, we recommend ordering at least two weeks in advance, especially if you are using USPS shipping. 

If you're looking for reliable, on-time deliveries, we strongly suggest upgrading to "UPS 3 Business Day Select Shipping."

Additional notes:

  • When fulfillment takes longer, such as around the Christmas holidays, we'll put up an announcement in the site and will list recommended shipping deadlines below.
  • If an item is out of stock, we will contact you.
  • If one of your items is an advance order, that will be noted on the product page along with an estimate of when it will ship. If that estimated date changes, the product page will be updated.

    Charges for shipping to destinations in the United States and to APO, DPO, and FPO addresses

    • Free shipping
      • On stickers, magnets, decals, patches, static clings, and individual button pins.

    • US Postal Service shipping - The least expensive, though also less reliable than UPS. (See more on UPS in the next section.) 

      • $5.95 for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, button packs.

        Regardless of the number of items you order, the shipping price is still fixed at $5.95. Our flat rate shipping means you can add another t-shirt, cap, or book for no additional shipping charge.

      • $8.95 for hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets.

    We strongly recommend using UPS, especially in November and December.

      UPS 3 Business Day Select 

      Note: UPS 3 Business Day select is not available for addresses in Hawaii and Alaska. If UPS is selected for Hawaii or Alaska, the order will be shipped UPS Ground.

      Cut off time: Orders received by 8 am Eastern will ship the same business day.  Orders received after that time will ship the next business day. Applies to in-stock items that do not require personalization or signing. 
        UPS's normal (non-holiday) delivery guarantee is by the end of the third business day, and this includes delivery on Saturday.  This applies to the 48 contiguous states. 

         

          • $14.95 for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, button packs.

          • $18.95 for hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets.

          • If the actual shipping cost is significantly higher than what we’re charging, we will contact you to discuss alternatives.

        • UPS Overnight (Next Business Day Delivery)
        Before placing your order, call 469-233-7712.



        For shipments to addresses outside the United States

        Destinations

        We only ship to locations that are served by US Postal Service International Service.

         

        Charges

        • Canada and Mexico

          • Rate starts at $40.00 for shirts, caps, unframed prints and posters, bracelets, lapel pins, pendants, button packs, hooded and crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, and blankets.
        • Rest of the World

          • Rates starts at $65.00.

        Additional charges for all destinations

        Some large, heavy items may have an additional shipping charge.  If that's the case, it will be noted on the product page.

         

        If the actual shipping cost is significantly higher than what we’re charging, we will contact you to discuss alternatives.

          All original designs are copyrighted by The History List

          All designs are copyrighted by The History List and the History Nerd text and design on t-shirts is a registered trademark. If you see a knock off, please let me know.

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          Your purchases support our mission to engage people with local history and to support historic sites and history organizations across the country.

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          Ellen S.
          "Washington Crossing the Delaware" Advent Calendar

          Great historical Christmas calendar for the history buff. Fun and interesting way to learn more about America's beginnings and celebrate the holiday. Highly recommend.

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          Leland J.
          Fast shipping

          My calendar arrived quickly, packed great . Great job!!!

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          Julie A.
          Perfect Gift

          Each year I send my son an Advent calendar. He's an American History teacher so when I found this calendar, I had to purchase it. It arrived quickly and it's everything he loves in an Advent calendar. It even inspired him to look for additional reading materials on Washington and the Delaware. It's a perfect gift for any History lover.

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          Rita E.B.
          Great gift

          Perfect for the grandkids to learn history!!

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          R. N.
          Brilliant!

          What a fantastic idea for an advent calendar! And it looks beautifully printed. I’m looking forward to starting it on Dec 1st!