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Ringoes, NJ 
Santa Claus / Historical Character
35 miles from Dover 
49 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.”
Scarsdale, NY
Historical Character
41 miles from Dover
20 Verified Bookings Josh S. said “George was fantastic!”
Port Chester, NY
Historical Character
48 miles from Dover
5 Verified Bookings Debra C. said “Lou was excellent! Punctual, cordial and just having him at our event was a great experience! Thank you!”
Newtown, PA
Historical Character
49 miles from Dover George and Martha Washington can come to your event for an appearance, a parade, a simple meet and greet or you can book a show called "George and Martha-…
Schnecksville, PA
Historical Character
57 miles from Dover
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.…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
72 miles from Dover
18 Verified Bookings Kara A. said “My husband and friend were celebrating their birthdays and huge history buffs. Having Ben Franklin as part of their birthday celebration was a once in…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
72 miles from Dover
22 Verified Bookings Rhiannon B. said “Our community thoroughly enjoyed this historically accurate portrayal of Clara Barton! Pat is very knowledgeable and answered every question that was…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
72 miles from Dover
52 Verified Bookings Barbara S. said “Ben was a surprise for the bride and groom at my nephew’s rehearsal dinner, and he couldn’t have been better! He was so true to character in a really…”
Chester Springs, PA
Historical Character
79 miles from Dover
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…”
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
105 miles from Dover
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
Joppa, MD
Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
138 miles from Dover
61 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.…”
Baltimore, MD
Dean Martin Impersonator / Historical Character
155 miles from Dover
59 Verified Bookings Brian E. said “Eric was great. The birthday girl loved the experience.”
Washington, DC
Historical Character
189 miles from Dover
38 Verified Bookings Dan M. said “Barry did an exceptional job in portraying Ben Franklin in a video for the US Postal Inspection Service. We strongly recommend him. He rivals the late…”
Washington, DC
Historical Character
189 miles from Dover 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…”
Norton, MA
Historical Character
190 miles from Dover Interactive presentation where the audience will "meet" Eleanor at her home in Val Kill, New York, to learn about her as a First Lady of the World and…
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 227 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #245 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.
Once you’ve found the perfect historical character, complete your booking through GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to hire all types of party entertainment. Talk to providers, confirm the details of your agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad booking is protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. Just relax and enjoy the show!
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