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.

Location & Hours

The Betsy Ross House is located in Philadelphia's charming Historic District at 239 Arch Street.

• March 1 – November 30: 10 am - 5 pm, Daily
• December 1 – February 28, 2017 Tuesdays – Sundays, 10 am - 5 pm, closed at 3 pm on December 24 (Open December 28, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day)

Admission

Audio Tours

• Adults:$7 BUY TICKETS »
• Children/Seniors/Military/Students:$6 BUY TICKETS »

Audio tours include admission to the house.

Self-Guided Tours

• Adults:$5 BUY TICKETS »
• Children/Seniors/Military/Students:$4 BUY TICKETS »

 

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Group Tours

Planning a group trip to Philadelphia? The Betsy Ross House offers discounted admission to ALL groups of 20 or more. Experience the history of this iconic landmark and meet the First Lady of the Stars & Stripes!

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Hear Betsy's Story With New Audio Tour!

Now when you tour this authentic 18th-century home you can meet Betsy and listen to her story of love, death and the Revolutionary War. Come and experience the birthplace of the American flag as you hear all about Betsy Ross’s life - the business woman, revolutionary, mother and wife.

New Kid’s Audio Tours Available!

Now kids ages 4 – 8 can tour the house as they learn about Betsy Ross, the flag and life in the 18th century while they solve 13 “history mysteries.”

Tickets

• Adults:$7 BUY TICKETS »
• Children/Seniors/Military/Students:$6 BUY TICKETS »

Hours

• March 1 – November 30: 10 am - 5 pm, Daily
• December 1 – February 28, 2017 Tuesdays – Sundays, 10 am - 5 pm, closed at 3 pm on December 24 (Open December 28, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day)

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Additional Information

• For additional information regarding ticketing, special accommodations, or other inquiries, please contact Tim Berry, Operations and Ticketing Manager, by email at
• tberry@historicphiladelphia.org or call 215.629.5801 x303.

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Betsy Ross House Virtual Tour

Want to check out some of the House's rooms before your visit? Take the virtual 360-degree tour.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Meet Betsy in Her Upholstery Shop

Meet Betsy in person, hard at work plying her trade, and have the chance to ask the famous lady, not only about how she came to sew the nation's first Stars & Stripes, but all about her fascinating life and business. See real upholsterer's tools and learn first-hand how they were used in this exhibit made possible with the support of American Express.

Hours

• March 1 – November 30: 10 am - 5 pm, Daily
• December 1 – February 28, 2017 Tuesdays – Sundays, 10 am - 5 pm, closed at 3 pm on December 24 (Open December 28, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day)

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Special Exhibits

Women at Work in Revolutionary America

This new interactive exhibit highlights the household tasks performed by women in the 18th century, specifically food shopping and laundry, and the women who performed them.

A Museum in the Making: The American Flag House & Betsy Ross Memorial Association, 1898 - 1941

Betsy Ross House tells its own story in the brand new exhibit, A Museum in the Making: The American Flag House & Betsy Ross Memorial Association, 1898 - 1941. Through archival photos and one-of-a-kind museum artifacts, learn how a group of everyday citizens came together to transform a humble home into a treasured landmark.

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Dressing the Bed

 

 

 

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Sponsored by the HBE Foundation and the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, with support from the Flag House Chapter DAR.