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Flint, MI 
Historical Character
177 miles from Guelph 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
180 miles from Guelph 
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.”
Ann Arbor, MI
Children’s Party Entertainment / Historical Character
197 miles from Guelph
1 Verified Booking R. N. said “We loved rocking and rolling with Copper Tom. The children in our school loved the interactive show and especially loved the bubbles!”
Ann Arbor, MI
Historical Character
197 miles from Guelph
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
200 miles from Guelph
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
224 miles from Guelph
18 Verified Bookings Alana S. said “Thank you so much for a memorable birthday virtual celebration !”
Latrobe, PA
Historical Character
227 miles from Guelph
3 Verified Bookings Karen A. said “The theme for our event was Celebrate America...United We Stand. George Washington was a wonderful addition and our guests thoroughly enjoy taking pictures…”
Lewis Center, OH
Civil War Reenactment / Historical Character
271 miles from Guelph
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
291 miles from Guelph 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.
Schnecksville, PA
Historical Character
309 miles from Guelph
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.…”
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
310 miles from Guelph
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
322 miles from Guelph Former Infantryman and lover of history
Bloomsbury, NJ
Santa Claus / Historical Character
332 miles from Guelph
44 Verified Bookings Pburg T. T. M. said “Santa and Mrs. Claus did an amazing job! Thank you for making time to come and bring the Christmas magic to the children. Keep up the great work!”
Chester Springs, PA
Historical Character
337 miles from Guelph
11 Verified Bookings Michele D. H. said “Benjamin Franklin was awesome! Our guests loved taking pictures with him. We all loved the bit of history he provided.”
Joppa, MD
Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
349 miles from Guelph
59 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.…”
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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