The Best Things to Do with Kids in Philadelphia – Visit Philadelphia

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A reenactor playing Betsy Ross hands a white star to a child being held by their parent.

A reenactor playing Betsy Ross hands a white star to a child being held by their parent.

— Photo by S. Moore for Historic Philadelphia

At the Betsy Ross House, America’s most famous flag maker greets guests in her interactive 18th-century upholstery shop. Visitors learn about Betsy’s life, work and legend from the upholsterer herself. Tours are available either self-guided or with audio guides, including a special version just for kids to learn about life in 18th-century Philadelphia while also solving a number of “history mysteries.” And from Memorial Day through Labor Day, kids can help raise the American flag during a daily hoisting of Old Glory.

Where: Betsy Ross House, 239 Arch Street

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