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Newtown, PA 
Historical Character
38 miles from North Plainfield 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-…
Bloomsbury, NJ
Santa Claus / Historical Character
35 miles from North Plainfield 
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!”
Scarsdale, NY
Historical Character
42 miles from North Plainfield
20 Verified Bookings Jeremy S. said “We had George Washington speak for our co-op. He was very patient with all the childrens' questions and made it interesting for all ages in the audience.…”
Port Chester, NY
Historical Character
47 miles from North Plainfield
4 Verified Bookings Deepa P. said “We invited Lou to join us at a work event for history curriculum writers and editors. He gave an engaging speech tailored to our crowd that made the night…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
61 miles from North Plainfield
18 Verified Bookings Raye C. said “I had Ben come to spend an afternoon with my neighbor, who just turned 98 years old. A few friends gathered to have some food and drink, sit, and just…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
61 miles from North Plainfield
22 Verified Bookings Kathy F. said “Very informative and enjoyable, the crowd shared comments afterward, that they had a very memorable/enjoyable time.”
Schnecksville, PA
Historical Character
63 miles from North Plainfield
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.…”
Chester Springs, PA
Historical Character
74 miles from North Plainfield
11 Verified Bookings Josh S. said “Interacted with the crowd and exceeded our expectations!”
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
104 miles from North Plainfield
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
132 miles from North Plainfield
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.…”
Baltimore, MD
Dean Martin Impersonator / Historical Character
148 miles from North Plainfield
57 Verified Bookings Janis B. said “Professional in every way. Talented. Entertaining. Wonderful. Marvelous.”
Washington, DC
Historical Character
183 miles from North Plainfield
36 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
183 miles from North Plainfield 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…”
Arlington, VA
Science/Technology Expert / Historical Character
186 miles from North Plainfield The Natural Philosopher LLC performs science related interactive demonstrations in the persona of notable historic men of science such as Isaac Newton, Tycho Brahe,…
Norton, MA
Historical Character
192 miles from North Plainfield 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…
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186 Historical Character reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
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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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