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Lancaster, OH 
Historical Character
81 miles from New Philadelphia 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.
Lewis Center, OH
Civil War Reenactment / Historical Character
85 miles from New Philadelphia 
5 Verified Bookings Karla G. said “The Filets were so enjoyable and a pleasure. All of our guests were so impressed by their knowledge and the manner that history was portrayed. The children…”
Latrobe, PA
Historical Character
109 miles from New Philadelphia
3 Verified Bookings Brandy H. said “General Washington was an absolute pleasure to work with. All of our guests loved interacting with him. He stayed true to character and is extremely knowledgeable…”
Westland, MI
Historical Character
162 miles from New Philadelphia
6 Verified Bookings Jennifer S. said “What an excellent "look alike" Abraham Lincoln speaker! He was very informative and engaging with the seniors. We would have him back in a minute!”
Adrian, MI
Historical Character
166 miles from New Philadelphia
18 Verified Bookings Pam E. said “He was fabulous and everyone loved him! Recommend him to anyone!!”
Ann Arbor, MI
Historical Character
172 miles from New Philadelphia
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…”
Flint, MI
Historical Character
209 miles from New Philadelphia An educational and entertaining look at the life of the 26th President of the United States Theodore Roosevelt. Perfect for political events, historical societies,…
Culpeper, VA
Bartender / Historical Character
231 miles from New Philadelphia
27 Verified Bookings Colleen P. said “This is our second year using District Talent, and to no surprise it was another hit! Very easy to work with and a perfect addition to any event. We will…”
McCordsville, IN
Historical Character
240 miles from New Philadelphia Valerie S. said “Speaking with Robert as Mr. Lincoln was like going back in time to the 1860s. His appearance, knowledge, and scholarly presentation made the experience…”
Pendleton, KY
Look-Alike / Historical Character
249 miles from New Philadelphia Beau has 30 plus years stage experience in community, semi-professional, and professional theatre. Beau has over 100 celebrity and political impressions to his…
Indianapolis, IN
Historical Character
254 miles from New Philadelphia
9 Verified Bookings Olivia F. said “He completely captivated our older audience here at Westminster. It was truly a delight. If you're uncertain on whether to book him or not -- do…”
Indianapolis, IN
Interactive Performer / Historical Character
254 miles from New Philadelphia
7 Verified Bookings John P. said “Amazing!”
Arlington, VA
Science/Technology Expert / Historical Character
257 miles from New Philadelphia 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
259 miles from New Philadelphia
36 Verified Bookings Lea A. F. said “Mr. Franklin provided a wonderful program with a presentation and questions from the audience. Thanks for this walk through American history.”
Washington, DC
Historical Character
259 miles from New Philadelphia 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…”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 242 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #243 in popularity out of 540 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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