Betsy Ross Home, Philadelphia PA

Betsy Ross Home, Philadelphia PA, a photo by JoeDuck on Flickr.

Philadelphia Pennsylvania offers the history traveler some of the richest experiences in the USA, from tours of the Betsy Ross home (background here) to Independence Hall and the US Mint. You'll also find extensive colonial architecture as well as the Liberty Bell and much, much more. Here was the home of Betsy Ross, an early American Patriot who created the first US Flag at the behest of George Washington. Players offer free shows here and at other Philadelphia venues that address the historical and cultural themes of early life in the American colonies.

Also don't miss "Franklin Court" with the exceptional museum of Benjamin Franklin artifacts and history.