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Betsy Ross actress poses for photo while working on flag in bedroom of home in Philadelphia
Betsy Ross actress poses for photo while working on flag in home in Philadelphia
Betsy Ross actress talks to child on tour of home in Philadelphia
Betsy Ross actress talks to children on tour of home in Philadelphia
Betsy Ross actress talks to children on tour of home in Philadelphia

Self-Guided Tour of the Betsy Ross House

By Historic Philadelphia
4.6 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $14 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Printed voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Interactive & educational tour of the Betsy Ross House
  • Chance to learn the loved yet unproven tale of Betsy Ross
  • Time to talk to Betsy in her shop & hear her own storey
  • Archival photos, artefacts & replica of America's first flag
  • Opportunity to decide for yourself if the storey is true

Activity location

  • The Betsy Ross House
    • 239 Arch Street
    • 08057, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • The Betsy Ross House
    • 239 Arch Street
    • 08057, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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Admission
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m1h 30m
  • Opening hours: Fri 10:00am-5:00pm
Price details
CA $13.54 x 1 AdultCA $13.54

Total
Price is CA $13.54

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmission to the Betsy Ross House

Know before you book

  • Children 3 and younger are complimentary.
  • Hours of operation are typically 10 AM–5 PM, please visit historicphiladelphia.org for current scheduleou go.

What you can expect

Immerse yourself in the colourful fabric of American history with a self-guided visit to the Betsy Ross House. Tour the place where Betsy is said to have sewed the first Stars and Stripes, experiencing the sights and sounds of the 18th century through interactive and educational programming.

Step back in time to 1776 as you explore the house where Betsy lived and worked. Learn about the legend that was first brought to public attention in 1870 by Betsy's grandson, who presented signed affidavits stating he and his family members heard the storey of the American flag from Betsy's own mouth. According to oral history, 3 men—George Washington, Robert Morris, and George Ross—visited Betsy in her upholstery shop. Washington himself is said to have pulled a piece of paper from his pocket, upon which was a sketch of a flag with 13 red and white stripes and 13 6-pointed stars. He asked Betsy if she would sew a flag from the design, and she agreed—but not before suggesting they make the stars 5-pointed instead of 6.

As you learn the storey, weave your way through the house to uncover archival photos and one-of-a-kind artefacts. You can even visit Betsy herself in her upholstery shop, where you can watch her hard at work, see real tools of the trade, and ask to hear her own recounting of how the flag came to be. Despite the absence of written records to prove the storey, there are many reasons why historians believe it could be true. By the end of your tour, you can decide for yourself whether you think it's a well-loved legend or historic fact.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
  • Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
Social distancing
  • Contactless ticket redemption
Safety measures
  • Hand sanitizer provided
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Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESThe Betsy Ross House
    • 239 Arch Street
    • 08057, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEThe Betsy Ross House
    • 239 Arch Street
    • 08057, Philadelphia, PA, United States