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Gibsonville, NC 
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
44 miles from Martinsville 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…
Davidson, NC
Historical Character
99 miles from Martinsville 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
160 miles from Martinsville 
27 Verified Bookings Una M. said “We booked District Talent for a French Bistro themed work event and they did not disappoint! Worked teh room from beginning to end. Everyone had a great…”
Williamsburg, VA
Historical Character
179 miles from Martinsville 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…
Mount Vernon, VA
Leadership/Success Speaker / Historical Character
207 miles from Martinsville
5 Verified Bookings Mary M. said “When James Manship (aka'George Washington') visited our school in Richmond, Virginia, he made a terrific connection with the students. From…”
Arlington, VA
Science/Technology Expert / Historical Character
214 miles from Martinsville 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
218 miles from Martinsville
36 Verified Bookings Ryan F. said “I invited Barry, or should I say Ben, to entertain guests at my birthday party (Turned 25) and it could not have gone better. Ben was excellent at mingling…”
Washington, DC
Historical Character
218 miles from Martinsville 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…”
Latrobe, PA
Historical Character
252 miles from Martinsville
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…”
Baltimore, MD
Dean Martin Impersonator / Historical Character
253 miles from Martinsville
59 Verified Bookings Brian E. said “Eric was great. The birthday girl loved the experience.”
Lancaster, OH
Historical Character
256 miles from Martinsville 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.
Joppa, MD
Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
269 miles from Martinsville
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.…”
Buford, GA
Historical Character
293 miles from Martinsville "Conversations with Mark Twain" is a critically acclaimed show starring national touring actor Kurt H. Sutton. This is the most entertaining and fun Mark…
Lewis Center, OH
Civil War Reenactment / Historical Character
296 miles from Martinsville
5 Verified Bookings Stacy B. said “Bill was very knowledgeable and gave an excellent presentation.”
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
308 miles from Martinsville
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
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 245 quotes to event planners
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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.
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