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Betsy Ross House
239 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
United States
Betsy Ross is well known for her association with the creation of the first Stars and Stripes design of the American flag. Traditionally regarded as the place where Ross lived and worked during the Revolutionary era, the Betsy Ross House also offers visitors a step back into the world of 18th-century Philadelphia. Period-furnished rooms and exhibits explore Ross’s life as an upholsterer and businesswoman, the history of the American flag and the enduring story that has connected her to its creation.
Betsy Ross House, Philadelphia, Pa.
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