amErica's Founding city Photo by K. Huff for the PHLCVB Photo by K. Huff for the PHLCVB Christ Church Burial Ground Tour the home of reported American flag-maker Betsy Ross to learn about her interaction with the Founding Fathers from the famed seamstress herself. Step back in time on carefully preserved Elfreth’s Alley — the nation’s oldest continuously inhabited street. The American Philosophical Society was co-founded by Ben Franklin in 1743, and its museum is a treasure trove of historic items, including a draft of the Declaration of Independence. Founded in 1695, Christ Church & Burial Ground was the place of worship for numerous Founding Fathers. Benjamin Franklin’s tomb can be found in the church’s burial ground. A block from Independence Hall is Washington Square , one of the city’s original squares, and home to the memorial to Washington and unknown soldiers of the American Revolution. The National Constitution Center brings the U.S. Constitution to life through multimedia exhibits, engaging performances and historic artifacts. Independence Hall and the President’s House Photo by M. Kennedy Betsy Ross House 9 | Official Visitors Guide
Philadelphia Official Visitors Guide FALL 2023 / WINTER 2024: Page 9
