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Flint, MI 
Historical Character
162 miles from Waterloo 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
166 miles from Waterloo 
6 Verified Bookings Tom H. said “I saw Mr. Lincoln, er... Mr. Carly at the Royal Oak Historical Society Museum in February, 2023. He was spot-on in terms of appearance, and his manner…”
Ann Arbor, MI
Historical Character
183 miles from Waterloo
3 Verified Bookings Jim S. said “We booked Captain Smith & Molly Brown for our High School Alumni Weekend '22, that our small town has every year. Our last night (Sunday) we…”
Midland, MI
Historical Character
187 miles from Waterloo
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,…
Adrian, MI
Historical Character
209 miles from Waterloo
18 Verified Bookings Jenni C. said “He did an excellent job. The kids (young and teens) really enjoyed him!”
Latrobe, PA
Historical Character
225 miles from Waterloo
3 Verified Bookings Pooja said “Col. George Washington was an asset to the Monumental Bicentennial event held in Mount Vernon, Baltimore, MD, a memorable and historical event for the…”
Lewis Center, OH
Civil War Reenactment / Historical Character
260 miles from Waterloo
5 Verified Bookings Stacy B. said “Bill was very knowledgeable and gave an excellent presentation.”
Lancaster, OH
Historical Character
281 miles from Waterloo I am a professional first person portrayer of George Washington. I travel across the United Stares keeping the history of the “Father of Our Country” alive.
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
315 miles from Waterloo
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
Newberry, MI
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
315 miles from Waterloo Former Infantryman and lover of history
Schnecksville, PA
Historical Character
317 miles from Waterloo
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
344 miles from Waterloo
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…”
Baltimore, MD
Dean Martin Impersonator / Historical Character
352 miles from Waterloo
59 Verified Bookings Brian E. said “Eric was great. The birthday girl loved the experience.”
Joppa, MD
Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
352 miles from Waterloo
60 Verified Bookings Anastasiya M. said “We couldn’t be happier selecting this talent. We ended up going with the strolling champagne skirt, which made such a spectacular impression on our guests.…”
Ringoes, NJ
Santa Claus / Historical Character
358 miles from Waterloo
47 Verified Bookings Melanie T. said “Seashell Santas and Mrs. Claus were fantastic as usual! We visited the shops in town for Small Business Saturday and then Operation Toy Train.”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 230 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #244 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 1.1 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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