June 20 - August 18
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival illuminates Franklin Square through August 18.
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An actress playing Mary Crathorne, posing for the camera.
June 21 - October 26
Meet the Women of the 18th Century
Meet the Women of the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House!
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First Fridays throughout the summer
First Friday Movies Under the Stars & Stripes
Bring a pizza and your favorite bottle of wine!
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A History Maker portraying Betsy Ross poses next to an early US flag in the courtyard of the Betsy Ross House
May 25 - September 2
Betsy Ross House Flag Raising
Begin your day in Historic Philadelphia with a Flag Raising by Betsy Ross herself!
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Exterior of the Betsy Ross House on a sunny day
Daily
Betsy Ross House Tours
The Betsy Ross House, the birthplace of the American flag, is alive with the sights and sounds of the 18th century.
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