Frequently Asked Questions

Authentic pieces reproduce real pages exactly as they were printed: the original headlines, columns and ads, restored by hand.

Commemorative pieces are original Bootleg Press artwork inspired by real events, with bigger headlines and curated era photography so they read from across the room. They're designed by us, not copies of a specific page, and every listing says which line it belongs to.

No. Our Authentic pieces are high-resolution reproductions of real Prohibition-era pages: newspaper front pages, advertisements, sheet music and other documents, restored by hand while keeping the character of the original. Our Commemorative pieces are original Bootleg Press designs inspired by real events. Neither is an original paper copy.

It is a giclee print, made with fine-art inkjet printing on acid-free, museum-quality matte paper. The matte surface has no glare and suits the look of aged paper. Archival materials are made to resist yellowing and fading for decades.

Archival Matte Print: the print alone, for framing yourself. Our most affordable option.

Framed Print: the same archival print in a solid wood frame, ready to hang.

Gallery Canvas: printed on premium canvas and stretched over a wooden frame, with a protective coating. Hangs without a frame.

That is the original's history. We remove distracting damage but keep the marks that show its age. Nearly a century of handling is part of what makes these pieces worth hanging.

Screens vary in brightness and color. Our prints are produced on calibrated equipment to match the restored file as closely as possible, but small differences from your display are normal.

Buy any 3 pieces and save 10% with free shipping. Buy 5 or more and save 20% with free shipping. Mix and match any pieces, formats and sizes. The discount applies automatically at checkout.

Every piece is made to order, and production usually begins the same business day. Contact us within 12 hours of ordering and we'll do our best to make changes before printing starts. Once an order is in production, we can no longer change or cancel it.

Yes. Add a gift note at checkout and we'll leave prices off the packing slip. Digital gift cards are available in any amount.

We add new artifacts to the archive regularly. If you're looking for a particular date, headline or piece, write to us and we'll let you know if we can source it.

Each piece is printed and finished in 2–3 business days. Delivery time is added after that and depends on your location; most US orders arrive within 3–7 business days of shipping. You'll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order ships.

Shipping is calculated at checkout based on size and destination. Orders of 3 or more items ship free.

Prints larger than 8×10 ship rolled in sturdy triangular tubes. A print may arrive with a slight curl; lay it flat under light weight for a day or two. Framed prints and canvases are packed to protect against impact and moisture.

Yes, within carrier size limits. Larger framed pieces and canvases may need a street address.

We currently ship to most countries by USPS, for smaller pieces only. Customs duties and taxes are paid by the recipient. Larger pieces ship within the United States only for now.

It rarely happens, but if it does, we'll make it right. Email us within 7 days of delivery with photos of the damaged item and its packaging, and we'll send a replacement at no cost to you.

Every piece is guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship. If something isn't right, contact us and we'll replace it or refund you.

Because each piece is made to order, we can't accept returns for change of mind on standard orders. If you're unhappy with your purchase, contact us within 14 days of delivery and we'll work with you to make it right.

Hang it out of direct sunlight, which fades any print over time. Avoid rooms with smoke, high humidity or large swings in temperature. Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth. Never use water or cleaning sprays on a print or canvas.

Yes. Framed prints and canvases arrive with hanging hardware installed. Unframed prints are sized to fit standard frames.

From January 17, 1920, to December 5, 1933, the 18th Amendment banned the manufacture, sale and transport of alcohol in the United States. It gave rise to speakeasies, bootleggers and organized crime, and ended with ratification of the 21st Amendment, which repealed it.

Authentic pieces are sourced from historic archives and collections and restored in-house. Each product page names the original source and its date. Commemorative pieces are designed in-house using historical photographs and records.

No. Our prints are historical art for adults. Please enjoy history, and bourbon, responsibly.