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    The birthplace of the American flag
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    Philly Mini Golf Tickets
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    • Future Storytellers & History Makers Contest
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Betsy Ross House Tours
#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. 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 meet Betsy in her upholstery shop and learn more about her exciting life and times through our interactive, historical programming.

The front exterior of the Betsy Ross House on a sunny day, with the American Flag hanging from the second story window
Pricing

Self-Guided Tour

Adults: $12
Children/Seniors/Military/Students: $10

Audio Tour

Adults: $14
Children/Seniors/Military/Students: $12

Audio tours are available for purchase on-site. Audio tours include admission to the house. You may also upgrade to an audio tour on-site.

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Hours

March – November:
Daily: 10am – 5pm

*extended hours on First Fridays in June – October

December – February:
Wednesday – Monday (closed Tuesdays): 10am – 5pm

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day

Location

Betsy Ross House

239 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

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Things to do
Betsy Ross House
  • Betsy Ross House
  • Visit
  • Learn
  • Groups & Field Trips
  • Event Rentals
  • Museum Shop
  • Support
House Tour Tickets
Museum Shop
Franklin Square
  • Franklin Square
  • Visit
  • Learn
  • Groups & Field Trips
  • Event Rentals
  • Park Rules
  • Support
  • Capital Improvements
  • An Evening in Franklin Square
Carousel Tickets
Philly Mini Golf Tickets
Once Upon A Nation
  • Once Upon A Nation
  • Visit
  • Learn
  • Groups & Field Trips
  • Valley Forge
  • Hire A History Maker
  • Support
  • Future Storytellers & History Makers Contest
Plan Your Visit
  • Calendar of Events
  • Trip Ideas
  • Maps & Directions
  • Groups & Field Trips
  • The Gazette: Historic District Guide
About
  • Our Mission
  • Our Team
  • Contact Us
Support