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Port Chester, NY 
Historical Character
22 miles from Commack 
4 Verified Bookings Deepa P. said “We invited Lou to join us at a work event for history curriculum writers and editors. He gave an engaging speech tailored to our crowd that made the night…”
Scarsdale, NY
Historical Character
28 miles from Commack
20 Verified Bookings Josh S. said “George was fantastic!”
Bloomsbury, NJ
Santa Claus / Historical Character
95 miles from Commack
41 Verified Bookings Dave D. said “The best way I can wrap up our recent experience is from a quote from a parent. His daughter said to him who repeated to me "I know there are many…”
Newtown, PA
Historical Character
96 miles from Commack George and Martha Washington can come to your event for an appearance, a parade, a simple meet and greet or you can book a show called "George and Martha-…
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
116 miles from Commack
18 Verified Bookings Kara A. said “My husband and friend were celebrating their birthdays and huge history buffs. Having Ben Franklin as part of their birthday celebration was a once in…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
116 miles from Commack
22 Verified Bookings Rhiannon B. said “Our community thoroughly enjoyed this historically accurate portrayal of Clara Barton! Pat is very knowledgeable and answered every question that was…”
Schnecksville, PA
Historical Character
122 miles from Commack
1 Verified Booking Gj W. said “Mark Twain and his stories come to life. Charles is a gifted storyteller! Not only does he have a warm and wonderful persona, he is witty and well educated.…”
Chester Springs, PA
Historical Character
134 miles from Commack
11 Verified Bookings Josh S. said “Interacted with the crowd and exceeded our expectations!”
Norton, MA
Historical Character
134 miles from Commack Interactive presentation where the audience will "meet" Eleanor at her home in Val Kill, New York, to learn about her as a First Lady of the World and…
Boston, MA
Ventriloquist / Historical Character
156 miles from Commack
17 Verified Bookings Cecile N. said “All adults and children alike loved Santa and his show. It was awesome and made a wonderful family Xmas event”
Boston, MA
Balloon Twister / Historical Character
156 miles from Commack
6 Verified Bookings Heather B. said “Linda arrived on time with a fun costume and enthusiastic personality. She makes balloon creations, spins plates and juggles! You can tell she enjoys…”
Boston, MA
Historical Character
156 miles from Commack
4 Verified Bookings Ryan M. said “If you’re looking for a historical character for your event, look no further!”
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
165 miles from Commack
1 Verified Booking How to Live in a Medieval Manor - Renaissance Manners and Customs Knight Games and Peasant Pastimes On Beggars, Thieves and the Black Death The Peasant Trial
Amesbury, MA
Historical Character
185 miles from Commack
6 Verified Bookings Melissa S. said “Sheryl presented Eleanor Roosevelt to our residents. Everyone loved the event and was completely engaged as she unraveled the life of First Lady. We are…”
Joppa, MD
Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
189 miles from Commack
58 Verified Bookings Leanne F. said “Perfect addition to our Holiday Party. Thank you so much!”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 248 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #241 in popularity out of 542 categories on GigSalad
185 Historical Character reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
From request to booking, it takes 1 days (on average) to hire a Historical Character
Hiring a historical character can bring charm and intrigue to corporate events, school assemblies, weddings, birthday parties, and more. Characters like George Washington or Albert Einstein make history feel alive, adding a memorable, entertaining twist to any gathering. Find the perfect historical impersonator on GigSalad to give your guests an experience they won’t forget!
The cost to hire a historical character varies based on location, the character’s popularity, and the length and type of performance. For instance, a quick meet-and-greet with Abraham Lincoln might cost less than a full hour-long reenactment or speech, complete with historical attire and immersive storytelling. Reach out to the historical characters above to get a personalized quote for your event.
As you browse for your ideal historical figure, review profiles, watch videos of past performances, and read past client feedback to ensure you’re booking a character who’s both authentic and engaging. Communicate important event details—like timing, venue space, and any special requests—so they can deliver the perfect performance for your audience.
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