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Bartlett, IL 
Historical Character
24 miles from Wilmette First person historical portrayal of America's most misunderstood First Lady. What makes me different, and why should you choose my presentations? I have 15+…
Chicago, IL
Costumed Character / Historical Character
14 miles from Wilmette 
29 Verified Bookings Larry G. said “It was my brother’s birthday and his performance was great in the middle of the airport with the focus directly solely on entertaining my brother. We…”
Glenview, IL
Martial Arts Show / Historical Character
5 miles from Wilmette I educate, have a mini fun activity with others, and mesmerize the crowd by letting them pick over 20 weapons of two combinations for me to wield. Please message…
McCordsville, IN
Historical Character
177 miles from Wilmette Valerie S. said “Speaking with Robert as Mr. Lincoln was like going back in time to the 1860s. His appearance, knowledge, and scholarly presentation made the experience…”
Indianapolis, IN
Historical Character
179 miles from Wilmette
9 Verified Bookings Olivia F. said “He completely captivated our older audience here at Westminster. It was truly a delight. If you're uncertain on whether to book him or not -- do…”
Indianapolis, IN
Interactive Performer / Historical Character
179 miles from Wilmette
7 Verified Bookings John P. said “Amazing!”
Adrian, MI
Historical Character
190 miles from Wilmette
18 Verified Bookings Pam E. said “He was fabulous and everyone loved him! Recommend him to anyone!!”
Ann Arbor, MI
Children’s Party Entertainment / Historical Character
204 miles from Wilmette
1 Verified Booking Joe S. J. F. N. said “Tom put on a 45 minute show at our Easter Party for about 250 people. The kids loved it. They especially loved playing the little shakers and tambourines!…”
Ann Arbor, MI
Historical Character
204 miles from Wilmette
3 Verified Bookings Donna C. said “Captain Smith and Margaret "Molly" Brown are a great team! Their performance is well-planned and a moving tribute to the ones lost as well as…”
Midland, MI
Historical Character
206 miles from Wilmette
2 Verified Bookings Bob Stark does first person re-enactments of America's most multi-faceted and misunderstood Founding Fathers, the character of Dr. Benjamin Franklin, printer,…
Flint, MI
Historical Character
215 miles from Wilmette An educational and entertaining look at the life of the 26th President of the United States Theodore Roosevelt. Perfect for political events, historical societies,…
Westland, MI
Historical Character
222 miles from Wilmette
6 Verified Bookings Jennifer S. said “What an excellent "look alike" Abraham Lincoln speaker! He was very informative and engaging with the seniors. We would have him back in a minute!”
Lewis Center, OH
Civil War Reenactment / Historical Character
277 miles from Wilmette
5 Verified Bookings Karla G. said “The Filets were so enjoyable and a pleasure. All of our guests were so impressed by their knowledge and the manner that history was portrayed. The children…”
Pendleton, KY
Look-Alike / Historical Character
280 miles from Wilmette Beau has 30 plus years stage experience in community, semi-professional, and professional theatre. Beau has over 100 celebrity and political impressions to his…
Owensboro, KY
Historical Character
299 miles from Wilmette
2 Verified Bookings Vance H. said “George Washington came to our homeschool community. The kids loved it! He was so knowledgeable and held the kids attention. Will definitely be considering…”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 246 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #242 in popularity out of 541 categories on GigSalad
186 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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