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Gibsonville, NC 
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
151 miles from Jacksonville A charming element and a fantastic vibe for any event; Omar is a Fire dancer, Tarot reader, Fantasy character actor, Stunt performer, Conversationalist, model and…
Williamsburg, VA
Historical Character
179 miles from Jacksonville 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…
Davidson, NC
Historical Character
200 miles from Jacksonville Travis Bowman is an author, film producer, and 7th generation descendant of "Hercules of the Revolution" and stands 6'6” just like his famous ancestor.…
Culpeper, VA
Bartender / Historical Character
259 miles from Jacksonville 
27 Verified Bookings Robert R. said “Extremely professional. Anticipated guests' needs and I received a large amount of compliments from guests about her demeanor and service”
Mount Vernon, VA
Leadership/Success Speaker / Historical Character
275 miles from Jacksonville
5 Verified Bookings David H. P. said “I observed Mr. Manship produce the C-span historical book review on George Washington and coordinate a wide range of content experts. James is gifted…”
Arlington, VA
Science/Technology Expert / Historical Character
286 miles from Jacksonville The Natural Philosopher LLC performs science related interactive demonstrations in the persona of notable historic men of science such as Isaac Newton, Tycho Brahe,…
Washington, DC
Historical Character
288 miles from Jacksonville
35 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
288 miles from Jacksonville 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
317 miles from Jacksonville
57 Verified Bookings Drake B. said “We had Eric deliver birthday wishes to our son, dressed as George Washington. He nailed the performance, was extremely professional, and highly creative.…”
Joppa, MD
Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
328 miles from Jacksonville
58 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,…”
Buford, GA
Historical Character
377 miles from Jacksonville "Conversations with Mark Twain" is a critically acclaimed show starring national touring actor Kurt H. Sutton. This is the most entertaining and fun Mark…
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
378 miles from Jacksonville
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
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
380 miles from Jacksonville
18 Verified Bookings Scott D. said “After some back and forth about a very unique opportunity, Mitch came through with "flying" colors! He did everything we asked/hoped to make…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
380 miles from Jacksonville
22 Verified Bookings Catherine P. said “We invited "Martha Washington" to appear at our school for Presidents' Day. She was specifically asked to speak about her youth and her…”
Chester Springs, PA
Historical Character
381 miles from Jacksonville
11 Verified Bookings Courtney E. said “We had "Ben" come to a corporate event we were hosting in Philadelphia. We provided him with a script and he adjusted to fit the part. He did…”
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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