Betsy Ross House

Betsy Ross House The birthplace of the American flag. Operated and managed by Historic Philadelphia, Inc.
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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. 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 interactive, historical programming. Also, be sure to experience our special events - like Historic Chocolate Making!

The Betsy Ross House gift shop has some holiday treasures perfect for history lovers! Would you be more interested in… 1...
11/22/2024

The Betsy Ross House gift shop has some holiday treasures perfect for history lovers! Would you be more interested in…

1️⃣ Philly Souvenirs
2️⃣ Books about Revolutionary history

Tell us in the comments!

11/18/2024

Ever wondered what makes the Old City Tree Lighting so magical? Picture live performances, warm sips of cocoa, twinkling lights, and a whole lot of holiday joy. 🎄✨ Tag a friend who should join in on the lighting fun!

The countdown to the Old City Tree Lighting has officially begun! Who’s ready for a cozy night with hot cocoa, live musi...
11/16/2024

The countdown to the Old City Tree Lighting has officially begun! Who’s ready for a cozy night with hot cocoa, live music, and a holiday tree that will sparkle through the season? Tag who you’ll be bringing along!

Give a gift as timeless as history itself—a ‘Betsy Brick’! 🌟 For $250, your custom message will be engraved in the Betsy...
11/13/2024

Give a gift as timeless as history itself—a ‘Betsy Brick’! 🌟 For $250, your custom message will be engraved in the Betsy Ross House courtyard, a unique way to honor a loved one, commemorate a milestone, or remember a beloved pet. Surprise the history lover in your life with a gift that lasts a lifetime.

Gather your friends and add a little history to your hangout! 🏛️ Who’s up for a visit to the Betsy Ross House to see who...
11/11/2024

Gather your friends and add a little history to your hangout! 🏛️ Who’s up for a visit to the Betsy Ross House to see who knows the most about Betsy’s life and legacy? You'll even get the inside scoop from Betsy herself on who the real history buff is! Tag your history-loving friends below and start planning your trip!

Looking for a unique gift for the history buff in your life? 🎁 Give the gift of a ‘Betsy Brick’! A commemorative brick e...
11/06/2024

Looking for a unique gift for the history buff in your life? 🎁 Give the gift of a ‘Betsy Brick’! A commemorative brick engraved with your personal message will live forever in the Betsy Ross House courtyard. It’s the perfect way to celebrate your local nonprofit and that someone special! https://bit.ly/4hvJDXY

Create a Legacy with your personalized brick! Support Betsy Ross House exhibits and programs! Support Betsy Ross House exhibitions & programs! Historic Philadelphia, Inc. invites you to participate in this fundraising opportunity and leave a lifetime legacy of your support. The bricks will be engrav...

It’s that magical time of year! Mark your calendar: the Old City Tree Lighting on Dec 4th. This holiday event returns to...
11/04/2024

It’s that magical time of year! Mark your calendar: the Old City Tree Lighting on Dec 4th. This holiday event returns to light up the season! Save the date and start planning your perfect holiday evening in historic Old City.

It’s   in Old City! 🌟 Why not swing by the Betsy Ross House? Step inside, wander through Betsy’s world, and grab a story...
11/01/2024

It’s in Old City! 🌟 Why not swing by the Betsy Ross House? Step inside, wander through Betsy’s world, and grab a story or two from the flag-making legend herself! It’s a one-of-a-kind stop for a dash of history and a lot of fun!

Looking for a spooky date night? It’s the LAST WEEK to experience the Spooky Twosome! 💀 Enjoy a night of fright and fun ...
10/24/2024

Looking for a spooky date night? It’s the LAST WEEK to experience the Spooky Twosome! 💀 Enjoy a night of fright and fun starting with eerie tales of Bloodletting & Burials at the Betsy Ross House, then swing over to Franklin Square for some Spooky Mini Golf.

🇺🇸 The women of the 18th century are at the Betsy Ross House! Every October Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM, you can learn a...
10/23/2024

🇺🇸 The women of the 18th century are at the Betsy Ross House! Every October Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM, you can learn about their lives and hear their interactive stories for free!

💵 Pricing: Self-Guided Tour: Adults $10, Children/Seniors/Military/Students $8
📍 Location: 239 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Don’t miss The Spooky Twosome! 👻 Get a shadowy tour of the Betsy Ross House and enjoy Center City's only year-round outd...
10/21/2024

Don’t miss The Spooky Twosome! 👻 Get a shadowy tour of the Betsy Ross House and enjoy Center City's only year-round outdoor mini golf course. Hurry—this is the last week to experience it!

💵 Pricing: $30 per person
📍 Location: Betsy Ross House, 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Franklin Square, 200 N 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

The halls of history beckon you to take part in the tales of Bloodletting & Burials and the frightful fun of Spooky Mini...
10/16/2024

The halls of history beckon you to take part in the tales of Bloodletting & Burials and the frightful fun of Spooky Mini Golf! The Spooky Twosome experience will add a shock of fun to your night at the Betsy Ross House and Franklin Square. Available every Saturday in October.

💵 Pricing: $30 per person
📍 Location: Betsy Ross House, 239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Franklin Square, 200 N 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Get ready for some SPOOKtacular fun! Betsy is teaming up with  for a frightful sweepstakes, featuring their best-loved h...
10/11/2024

Get ready for some SPOOKtacular fun! Betsy is teaming up with for a frightful sweepstakes, featuring their best-loved horror titles! 📚

Visit the Betsy Ross House to sign up for Quirk’s newsletter and enter for a chance to win a spine-tingling book bundle.

Who doesn’t need a chilling read for Fall? Tag a book lover who needs to enter this sweepstakes below 👇

Who doesn’t need a chilling read for fall? 👻



US only. No purchase necessary. One winner will be selected weekly and contacted by Quirk Books via email.

🕯️ Uncover the spine-tingling history of bloodletting, smallpox, and yellow fever that once haunted Philly’s streets. Me...
10/09/2024

🕯️ Uncover the spine-tingling history of bloodletting, smallpox, and yellow fever that once haunted Philly’s streets. Meet us at Betsy’s grave in the courtyard and take a journey through 18th-century Philadelphia, where history meets horror this October.

🔪 Join us on Saturdays in October at 6 & 8 PM! Book your tour now before it’s too late!
👻 Visit us at the Betsy Ross House!

It’s Red October in Philly, and we’re cheering on our home team! ⚾ From all of us at the Betsy Ross House, we’re waving ...
10/05/2024

It’s Red October in Philly, and we’re cheering on our home team! ⚾ From all of us at the Betsy Ross House, we’re waving the stars and stripes for our Phillies! 🇺🇸 Let’s go, Phanatic and team—bring it home, Phils! 🏆

📸 Featuring the one and only Philly Phanatic with some of our favorite fans and the American flag!

GO PHILS! 🔴⚪

🩸 Discover the spooky stories of Philadelphia in the 1700s with Bloodletting and Burials at the Betsy Ross House! In thi...
10/04/2024

🩸 Discover the spooky stories of Philadelphia in the 1700s with Bloodletting and Burials at the Betsy Ross House! In this exclusive after-hours tour, meet a figure who lived through infectious 18th-century Philadelphia. Tours run every Saturday in October at 6 and 8 PM. Visit the link in our bio for tickets!

The Betsy Ross House is open daily from 10am - 5pm
💵 Pricing: Self-Guided Tour: Adults $10, Children/Seniors/Military/Students $8
Audio Tour: Adults $12, Children/Seniors/Military/Students $10
📍 Location: 239 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

👻 Experience the Betsy Ross House in new light with an after-hours tour and an outdoor viewing of Night of the Living De...
10/01/2024

👻 Experience the Betsy Ross House in new light with an after-hours tour and an outdoor viewing of Night of the Living Dead on October 4th! The perfect way to start your spooky season, learn about our nation's history while enjoying a night under the stars.

📍 Location: Betsy Ross House at 239 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
⏰ Hours: March – November: Daily 10am – 5pm

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

Telephone

+12156294026

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