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Washington, DC 
Historical Character
6 miles from Bethesda 
39 Verified Bookings Angelika R. said “I recently hired Barry Stevens portraying Benjamin Franklin for our corporate function. Mr. Stevens was incredibly well-prepared, skillfully connecting…”
Washington, DC
Historical Character
6 miles from Bethesda Rania A. said “Mr. Richardson was welcomed as Frederick Douglass in Cleveland, OH in Spring 2022. The production was set at the Cleveland History Center of the Western…”
Baltimore, MD
Dean Martin Impersonator / Historical Character
33 miles from Bethesda
59 Verified Bookings Pamela P. said “Eric was wonderful and he brought good cheer to our family with his lovely singing of Dean Martin and Sinatra tunes, in honor of my parents’ recent 51st…”
Mount Vernon, VA
Leadership/Success Speaker / Historical Character
18 miles from Bethesda
5 Verified Bookings Hon. E. D. said “Thousands imitate Elvis but few try to pass as George Washington The former general, farmer and president because of the total commitment required. This…”
Arlington, VA
Science/Technology Expert / Historical Character
7 miles from Bethesda The Natural Philosopher LLC performs science related interactive demonstrations in the persona of notable historic men of science such as Isaac Newton, Tycho Brahe,…
Joppa, MD
Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
50 miles from Bethesda
61 Verified Bookings Angelika R. said “I had the pleasure of hiring FDR as a performer for our recent corporate event. Prior to the occasion, FDR maintained clear and consistent communication,…”
Culpeper, VA
Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
60 miles from Bethesda
27 Verified Bookings Colleen P. said “This is our second year using District Talent, and to no surprise it was another hit! Very easy to work with and a perfect addition to any event. We will…”
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
91 miles from Bethesda
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
Troy, VA
Historical Character
95 miles from Bethesda
1 Verified Booking I provide first person historical interpretation of early American historical figures from the 17-20th centuries. Common portrayals are Thomas Jefferson, James…
Chester Springs, PA
Historical Character
109 miles from Bethesda
11 Verified Bookings Josh S. said “Interacted with the crowd and exceeded our expectations!”
Williamsburg, VA
Historical Character
120 miles from Bethesda Dr. Benjamin Franklin has appeared at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, and other museums; at schools and special events. He is happy to speak on any…
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
123 miles from Bethesda
18 Verified Bookings Brenda A. said “We hired Ben to meet and greet at our office holiday party for 45 people. Everyone had a great time interacting and taking pictures. Ben shared history…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
123 miles from Bethesda
52 Verified Bookings Elaine S. said “We would like to say a special thanks to Brian Patrick Mulligan for a truly amazing performance! He made our evening. He engaged the crowd, got them going,…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
123 miles from Bethesda
22 Verified Bookings Michele D. said “Pat did an amazing job as Martha Washington at a corporate event for us. She was able to mingle with all of our guests and tailor her conversation to…”
Schnecksville, PA
Historical Character
141 miles from Bethesda
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.…”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 229 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #245 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
188 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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