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    Betsy Ross House
    The birthplace of the American flag
    • Betsy Ross House
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    • Groups & Field Trips
    • Event Rentals
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    One of Philadelphia’s original squares
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    Carousel Tickets
    Mini Golf Tickets
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Spooky Twilight Tours
#Betsy Ross House

Take a trip back in time to Philadelphia in the 1700s! Learn about the gruesome history of infection and inoculation. Hear true, grim tales about bloodletting, small pox, yellow fever, and other gross experiences. Find out what it was like to live in the ghastly 18th century and discover why Philadelphia was an infectious place to be. Then, head into the Betsy Ross House for a spooky, shadowy tour. Tours start October 13.

Note: This tour is not recommended for small children.

Have an entire spooky night with our Spooky Twosome Package! This package includes one admission ticket to Spooky Mini Golf at Franklin Square AND Spooky Twilight Tours at the Betsy Ross House.

Photo of a Betsy Ross actress holding a fake human skull.
Pricing

$12

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Hours

October 13 – 28 | Friday & Saturday evenings: every half hour 6 – 9pm

Location

Betsy Ross House

239 Arch Street
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
Purchase Tickets
Franklin Square
  • Franklin Square
  • Visit
  • Learn
  • Groups & Field Trips
  • Event Rentals
  • Park Rules
  • Support
Carousel Tickets
Mini Golf Tickets
Once Upon A Nation
  • Once Upon A Nation
  • Visit
  • Learn
  • Groups & Field Trips
  • Future Storytellers Contest
  • Valley Forge
  • Hire A History Maker
  • Support
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