‘Honoring the Symbol of Our Country!’
Flag Day is a special day that takes place on June 14, which commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened on that day in 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. The Second Continental Congress originated in Philadelphia and had it’s original meeting place at Independence Hall.
Flag Day is not an official holiday, but in 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day and in August 1949, National Flag Day was established by an Act of Congress.
June 14th is also the day the U.S. Army was founded! ~ U.S. Army’s Birthday Info ~
Did You Know –
The state of Pennsylvania became the first and only U.S. state to celebrate Flag Day as a state holiday which took place on June 14, 1937. This first began in the town of Rennerdale.
Flag Day in Philadelphia Events June 14
There will be activities and events leading up to Flag Day and throughout the day at places like Independence Mall, the Betsy Ross House, the National Constitution Center and more.
- A Stars and Stripes Spectacular – A series of free events and presentations on June 14th to celebrate the anniversaries of both the U.S. Flag (245 years) and the U.S. Army (247 years).
Time: Beginning at 9:00 am to 5:00 pm –
Where: At Independence Hall in Independence National Historical Park/ Historic District Area
Details: June 14, 2022 – Click Link for details – Flag Day Activities
- 9:00 am – The Philadelphia Flag Day Association will welcome 13 new citizens who will take the Oath of Allegiance in a ceremony at the Betsy Ross House at 239 Arch St.
- 10:00 am – 50 Star Flag Raising & Grand Parade – at National Constitutional Center front lawn – Following a moving 50-star flag raising ceremony, troops—past, present, and future—will join a patriotic parade to Independence Hall.
- 10:30 am – Stars & Stripes Opening Ceremony – at Independence Hall – LTG Donna W. Martin, the U.S. Army Inspector General, will deliver a keynote address and administer the enlistment oath to assembled Army recruits. The youngest and oldest soldiers present will cut the Army birthday cake.
- 11:15 am – Patriotic Skydive – Visitors on Independence Mall will have the opportunity to witness a spectacular skydive demonstration by the Team Fastrax Professional Skydiving Team.
- 2:30 pm – The U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps Concert – The United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps is the only unit of its kind in the armed forces, and is part of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard). The 69-member Corps uses 10-hole fifes, handmade drums, and single-valve bugles, that bring to life the exciting sounds of the Continental Army. In addition to the 2:30 p.m. performance, the Corps will support festival events throughout the day.
- Throughout the day – Military Vehicle Displays – Chestnut St
- 9:00 am – 5:00 pm – Liberty Bell Center – Held at the Liberty Bell Center at 6th and Market Streets. Free Admission, and no tickets are required to view the Liberty Bell; the wait can be up to one hour or more.
Calendar of Events during Flag Day – Click Here ~
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- The Betsy Ross House – Raising of the Flag
Time: 9:45 am – 5 pm
Where: 239 Arch Street at the Betsy Ross House
Details: At 9:45 am on June 14, Betsy Ross herself raises a 13-star flag in the Betsy Ross House courtyard to kick off the day’s events. Highlights include visits from Benjamin Franklin and George Washington, activities for kids, a Flag Day Proclamation and the Philadelphia Flag Day Association’s Naturalization Ceremony.
There will be activities all week long at the Betsy Ross House, from Sunday, June 12 to Saturday, June 19. ~ Click Here for Flag Fest Activities
~ All week, the first 100 visitors to the House each day will receive free admission. ~
Please note: free admission is only available on a first-come, first-served basis. We suggest guests arrive early to receive free admission.
- National Constitution Center Flag Day
Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm | For details, click here
Where: At the National Constitution Center – 525 Arch St – Please note: The National Constitution Center will be closed on Flag Day, Tuesday, June 14.
Details: Starting at 10:30 am on the National Constitution’s front lawn, there will be a 50-star flag raising. Enjoy a reading of the Flag Act of 1787, LTG Donna W. Martin, the U.S. Army Inspector General, will deliver a keynote address and administer the enlistment oath to assembled Army recruits and performances by the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps. There will also be workshops and activities inside the Center. For details of events, Click Here
- Museum of the American Revolution Flag Day ~101 S. 3rd St
June 14th ~ Enjoy these Features & Activities below ~
Special Exhibit: Liberty: Don Troiani’s Paintings of the Revolutionary War, Revolution Place. On Display: True Colours Flag Project, George Washington Standard Project Preview, Stories on Deck: Life at Sea, In-Gallery Talks: Monmouth and Forster Flags and more!~ Click Flag Day at the Museum of the American Revolution ~
Here is more information regarding the history of Flag Day!
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