Betsy Ross House
3 bd • 0 ba • 2,500 sq ft
239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
About this home
Welcome to the birthplace of the very first American flag and home to revolutionary upholsterer Betsy Ross.
While the house itself may seem modest, the entire property – including gift shop, offices, and courtyard – reaches an impressive 3,643 square feet.
Complete with a kitchen fireplace for winter stews, 18th-century hardwood floors, and Betsy Ross herself, this is your chance to walk in the shoes of those who once heard the Liberty Bell toll IRL over two centuries ago.
In fact, you can almost feel the historic weight of the surrounding neighborhood. Only a short walk from Independence Hall and the aforementioned Liberty Bell, there’s always something to do around here.
Anyone who loves history and upholstery (with a little dash of patriotism) will undoubtedly love exploring this living remnant of the 1700s.
Because these walls did something pretty special.
They created a space for independence to flourish from the hands of people who dreamed often, loudly, and selflessly.
- Historic homeProperty type
- 1740Year built
- 2,500 sq ftTotal living space
- Street parkingNo stables available
- 1937Renovated
- 210 sq ftUpholstery shop
Your very own iconic address.
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Overview
- Stories: 3. Complete with winding staircases.
- Rooms: 6. Plenty of space for dreaming.
- Baths: 0. No plumbing. No problem.
- Garage: 0. Hitching post available for horses.
- Roof: Cedar shakes for a rustic feel.
- Climate: Modern AC. Betsy would have loved this in the summer months.
- Zoning: Historic site.
- Views: Welcome to the past.
Interior highlights
- Original Delft tiles around the parlor fireplace.
- Authentic hardwood floors with carpeted hallways and staircases.
- Kitchen fireplace, also known as the 18th-century microwave.
Exterior & community
- The gated courtyard features a fountain, designed by Philadelphia sculptor Henry Mitchell and built in 1974.
- Within walking distance of the Delaware River and other historic sites.
Fun facts
- Sold for $25,000 when it became a museum in 1898. (That’s over $1,000,000 now.)
- The home features bedding, curtains, and slipcases created by the Betsy Ross interpreters. Talk about commitment.
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