Product Description
This 1776 Betsy Ross Flag Tote Bag from Colonial Williamsburg is the perfect companion for celebrating America's 250th anniversary at Colonial Williamsburg! The spacious tote bag is the ideal size to bring along on a tour of Colonial Williamsburg's Historic Area, or to use at home for trips to the market, beach, or library. The natural canvas features an all-over print with 1776, the "Betsy Ross" flag, and the Colonial Williamsburg logo on both sides. This canvas tote also makes a great presentation for that special Colonial Williamsburg gift. Fill it with anniversary souvenirs and other goodies you can only buy here at The Shops of Colonial Williamsburg.
Features
- 100% cotton canvas tote bag
- Heavy-duty stitching and handles
- Natural canvas body with colonial blue handles
- All-over print featuring 1776 and the "Betsy Ross flag on both sides
- Measures 15" W x 15" H (26" H including handle) x 3 3/4" D
- A Colonial Williamsburg retail shops exclusive!
- Imported
Care Instructions
Hand wash or spot clean only with cold water. Do not bleach. Lay flat to dry.
Inspiration
The Betsy Ross flag, featuring thirteen stars arranged in a circle and thirteen alternating red and white stripes, is a beloved symbol in American history. According to a story first publicized by her grandson in 1870, Philadelphia seamstress Betsy Ross was commissioned by George Washington to create the first U.S. flag in 1776, even suggesting the five-pointed star design. While there is no conclusive historical evidence to support this legend, Ross was a known flag maker for the Pennsylvania Navy during the Revolutionary War, and the flag remains a powerful symbol of early American patriotism.
