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Betsy Ross House

The small brick house on Arch Street where Betsy Ross, upholsterer, is said to have sewn the first stars and stripes in 1776. The story came from her grandson a century later; the house is real.

Guide's tip. Small paid admission; the courtyard is free.

On a walking tour. Stop 11 of 19 on the walking tour Philadelphia, Independence Hall to the Art Museum, every stop on a map in walking order.

about 20 min for a visit