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Chicago, IL 
Costumed Character / Historical Character
50 miles from Bourbonnais 
30 Verified Bookings Cheryl C. said “It was a totally smooth process. Character kept in contact with me the day before and the night of the event. Would use Kevin’s again in the future!”
Bartlett, IL
Historical Character
59 miles from Bourbonnais 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+…
Indianapolis, IN
Historical Character
133 miles from Bourbonnais
9 Verified Bookings Roy T. said “Our Family get-together ranges in ages from 4 years to 94 years. A tough audience to keep engaged for 30-45 minutes. Abe Lincoln's fast paced monolog…”
Indianapolis, IN
Interactive Performer / Historical Character
133 miles from Bourbonnais
7 Verified Bookings Jacob D. said “Zero complaints about this performance. Very educated on his act and a joy to be around. His subject matter and mannerisms are perfect for any event.”
McCordsville, IN
Historical Character
136 miles from Bourbonnais Laura N. said “Robert portraying President Lincoln is both an educational and an entertaining experience. He knows so much history and can keep a presentation engaging.…”
Adrian, MI
Historical Character
205 miles from Bourbonnais
18 Verified Bookings Alana S. said “Thank you so much for a memorable birthday virtual celebration !”
Ann Arbor, MI
Historical Character
227 miles from Bourbonnais
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…”
Pendleton, KY
Look-Alike / Historical Character
232 miles from Bourbonnais 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
239 miles from Bourbonnais
2 Verified Bookings Lisa C. said “David provided us with an enchanting glimps into the life of President Washington. He was gracious and always the gentleman. We highly recommend him and…”
Westland, MI
Historical Character
244 miles from Bourbonnais
6 Verified Bookings David S. said “We had Abe attend our son's graduation party, and he was a big hit with the guests. Highly recommend him.”
Flint, MI
Historical Character
250 miles from Bourbonnais An educational and entertaining look at the life of the 26th President of the United States Theodore Roosevelt. Perfect for political events, historical societies,…
Midland, MI
Historical Character
251 miles from Bourbonnais
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,…
Lewis Center, OH
Civil War Reenactment / Historical Character
264 miles from Bourbonnais
5 Verified Bookings Elizabeth E. said “Bill and Cresha are completely amazing. They performed wonderfully and as if they indeed lived in the 1860's. They professional and friendly through…”
Lancaster, OH
Historical Character
295 miles from Bourbonnais 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.
Des Moines, IA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
299 miles from Bourbonnais Jill W. said “I have seen this group multiple times in multiple locations and they are always a highlight. I seek them out first when I get to renaissance fairs, they…”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 229 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #247 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
187 Historical Character reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
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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