Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House The well-known and loved story of Betsy Ross sewing the first Stars & Stripes is tightly woven into the colorful fabric of America's rich history.
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🇺🇸 Philly’s most famous flagmaker
🏠 Step into history & meet Betsy
🎭 Tours, events & family fun year-round
🛍️ Shop, support, & plan your visit ↓
https://bit.ly/42vfe5f The Betsy Ross House, the birthplace of the American flag, is alive with the sights and sounds of the 18th century. Tour the house and then stay a while longer to learn more about Betsy and her exciting life and times through our i

nteractive, historical programming. Also, be sure to experience our special events - like Historic Chocolate Making!

Celebrate the story of the Stars and Stripes from June 5-14 at Flag Fest 🇺🇸Kick things off June 5 with Stars & Stripes: ...
05/26/2026

Celebrate the story of the Stars and Stripes from June 5-14 at Flag Fest 🇺🇸

Kick things off June 5 with Stars & Stripes: 250 Years, 250 Drawings by Damon Belanger, then join us June 6 for a Firstival celebrating the first American flag as part of 52 Weeks of Firsts. All week long, enjoy hands-on demos, historic flag makers, and family-friendly programming.

Don’t miss the Philadelphia Heritage Chorale and the Arch Street Presbyterian Church Choir concert on June 13, conducted by J. Donald Dumpson with special guest, Paula Holloway.

Experience a Flag Day celebration on June 14 with Betsy Ross, live ceremonies, and the unveiling of a major new collection piece in Treasured Heirlooms.

Plan your visit today at https://historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/

Spend your Memorial Day Weekend at the Betsy Ross House 🇺🇸Join us for Betsy’s first flag raising of the season, explore ...
05/23/2026

Spend your Memorial Day Weekend at the Betsy Ross House 🇺🇸
Join us for Betsy’s first flag raising of the season, explore the historic house, and celebrate Philadelphia’s rich history during Museum Fest. Enjoy free admission to the house from 1-5pm.

Pro tip: be among the first to experience Flagmakers’ Hall and our new exhibit, Unfurling History: Highlights from the Historic Flag Collection, opening May 23!

Plan your visit today at https://historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/

05/22/2026

A little rain won't slow us down! Spend Memorial Day Weekend surrounded by the stories that shaped America at the Betsy Ross House. In addition to our daily programming, tomorrow we are debuting our new space, Flagmakers' Hall, where you can discover variations of the American Flag throughout history.

If you haven't gone "down the shore" yet, the Betsy Ross House makes for the perfect MDW plans. Plan your visit today at https://historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/

05/21/2026

Did you know it was Betsy Ross' suggestion to use 5 pointed stars on the American Flag? Learn more about Betsy Ross and the story of how the nation's first flag came to be.

From June 5 - 14, The Betsy Ross House will be hosting Flag Fest to celebrate the Stars and Stripes, the perfect way to celebrate America's 250th Birthday.

Learn more and plan you visit today at https://historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/

05/20/2026

It’s not just a museum visit, it’s a chance to step into her world ✨

See where Betsy lived, worked, and built her legacy, then meet her face-to-face inside her historic home. Hear untold stories, explore authentic 18th century rooms, and experience the place where history still feels alive.

Visit the Betsy Ross House and step into history.

Plan your visit to tour the Betsy Ross House at https://historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/

We’re excited to be part of MuseumFest: Historic District Philly on Saturday, May 23 🎉Enjoy free admission to the Betsy ...
05/19/2026

We’re excited to be part of MuseumFest: Historic District Philly on Saturday, May 23 🎉
Enjoy free admission to the Betsy Ross House from 1-3pm, kicking off a summer of engaging, hands-on experiences in the heart of the Historic District.

MuseumFest is part of a celebration of some of Philadelphia’s iconic museums, presented with the American Alliance of Museums.

Learn more at https://historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/

Lead support for MuseumFest: Historic District Philly is provided by the William Penn Foundation

Need Memorial Day Weekend plans? Walk through history and reflect on the past at the Betsy Ross House.Beginning May 23, ...
05/18/2026

Need Memorial Day Weekend plans? Walk through history and reflect on the past at the Betsy Ross House.

Beginning May 23, be among the first to experience Flagmakers’ Hall, our brand-new exhibition space. Included with your Betsy Ross House admission ticket, discover Unfurling History: Highlights from the Historic Flag Collection, featuring remarkable flags from American History. Best of all, the exhibit is included with your Betsy Ross House admission ticket.

Plan your visit and purchase your ticket today at https://historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/

05/18/2026

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Betsy Ross House is proud to be featured by CBS Sunday Morning alongside some of the nation’s oldest historic homes and buildings right here in Philadelphia. 🇺🇸

Step inside the home where Betsy Ross lived, worked, and sewed the first American flag. Thank you to CBS Sunday Morning for shining a light on this piece of American history!

Kick off the summer of America’s 250th birthday with Betsy Ross’ first flag raising of the season. From May 23 to Septem...
05/14/2026

Kick off the summer of America’s 250th birthday with Betsy Ross’ first flag raising of the season. From May 23 to September 7, Betsy will begin each day by raising the flag at the Betsy Ross House Courtyard at 10am.

Plan your visit to the Betsy Ross House at https://bit.ly/3Tk0Ngf

05/12/2026

Let’s take a close look at the story and details behind one of America’s most iconic symbols. Follow along as we share the history of Betsy Ross’ flag.

From June 5 - 14, The Betsy Ross House will be hosting Flag Fest to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Stars and Stripes as part of America 250.

Learn more and plan you visit today at https://historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/

See history come to life at the Betsy Ross House. Take a tour of the rooms where she lived and worked, and learn how one...
05/09/2026

See history come to life at the Betsy Ross House. Take a tour of the rooms where she lived and worked, and learn how one woman's skill and determination helped shape the identity of a new nation.

To plan your visit today at https://bit.ly/3Tk0Ngf

Address

239 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA
19106

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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+12156294026

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