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
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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 Stars & Stripes at the Betsy Ross House! As part of Philadelphia’s 52 Weeks of Firsts, this Saturday fr...
06/03/2026

🇺🇸 Celebrate the Stars & Stripes at the Betsy Ross House! As part of Philadelphia’s 52 Weeks of Firsts, this Saturday from 11am-1pm, the Betsy Ross House will host a special Firstival that brings history to life with Revolutionary-era music and English Country Dance led by Hearthsong Folk Arts.

The Firstival is FREE to attend, plan your visit at https://bit.ly/4o7bp0I today!

We're honored to share that Betsy Ross's original sewing table, passed down through generations of her family, will be d...
06/02/2026

We're honored to share that Betsy Ross's original sewing table, passed down through generations of her family, will be donated to the Betsy Ross House by her great-great-great-great grandson, Eric Conrad. The table, believed to date to before 1776, will be unveiled on Flag Day, June 14, at 11:30 am as part of our Flag Fest celebrations.

Read more in The Philadelphia Inquirer and learn how this treasured family heirloom found its way back to the place where Betsy's story continues to inspire visitors from around the world. https://www.inquirer.com/history/betsy-ross-sewing-table-old-city-philadelphia-america-250-20260601.html

06/02/2026

Celebrate 250 years of the American flag at the Betsy Ross House 🇺🇸✨

In honor of the U.S. Semiquincentennial, the Betsy Ross House is partnering with California-based artist Damon Belanger for “Stars & Stripes: 250 Years, 250 Drawings,” a new exhibit featuring 250 original works inspired by the American flag in all kinds of unexpected contexts.

Explore the exhibit inside our brand-new Flagmakers’ Hall exhibition space, view historic flags from the Betsy Ross House collection, and enjoy light bites and refreshments during a special reception with the artist himself.

Don’t miss this unique celebration of art, history, and the flag that continues to shape America. Learn more at https://historicphiladelphia.org/events/flag-fest/

History is waiting at your doorstep. 🇺🇸 Step inside the Betsy Ross House and walk through the rooms where the first flag...
05/30/2026

History is waiting at your doorstep. 🇺🇸
Step inside the Betsy Ross House and walk through the rooms where the first flag was born.

Hear the stories of the woman behind the flag, explore the beautifully preserved colonial home, and connect with a pivotal moment in our nation's history.

Whether you're a history buff or just passing through Old City Philadelphia, this is one stop you won't want to miss.

Plan your visit and purchase tickets to tour the house today at https://historicphiladelphia.org/betsy-ross-house/

Mark your calendars, Flag Fest 2026 is ONE WEEK away! From June 5–14, the Betsy Ross House transforms into a lively cour...
05/29/2026

Mark your calendars, Flag Fest 2026 is ONE WEEK away! From June 5–14, the Betsy Ross House transforms into a lively courtyard celebration filled with crafts, culture, and FREE family fun.

We’re kicking things off with First Friday at Flagmakers’ Hall with the opening of artist Damon Belanger’s exhibit, Stars & Stripes: 250 Years, 250 Drawings, on June 5 from 5–8PM

All week long, enjoy a full lineup of activities:
🔹 Flag Raising Ceremonies – Daily at 10AM
🔹 Meet the Flag Makers – June 8–12, 11AM–3PM
🔹 Curator’s Corner – June 8–12, 3–4PM

⭐ Saturday, June 6
52 Weeks of Firsts Firstival featuring an English Country Dance with live Revolutionary-era music by Hearthsong Folk Arts - 11AM-1PM

⭐ Saturday, June 13
Philadelphia Heritage Chorale & The Arch Street Presbyterian Church Choir concert, conducted by J. Donald Dumpson with special guest, Paula Holloway - 3PM

🇺🇸 Flag Day Grand Finale | Sunday, June 14
🔸 Flag Making Craft - 10AM-5PM
🔸 Betsy Ross’ Descendant donation unveiling - 11-11:30AM
🔸 Philadelphia Flag Day Association Flag Retirement Ceremony - 12PM
🔸 Betsy’s Flag History Program - 1-3PM

All events are FREE! Want the full experience? Step inside the House for a self-guided or audio tour, open daily from 10AM–5PM. For more information, visit https://historicphiladelphia.org/events/flag-fest/

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/

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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