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Flint, MI 
Historical Character
139 miles from Stratford 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
142 miles from Stratford 
6 Verified Bookings Ebony A. said “I was very pleased with Mr. Lincoln as he provided such an excellent presentation for my residents. He was informative, engaging, approachable, and pleasant.…”
Ann Arbor, MI
Children’s Party Entertainment / Historical Character
159 miles from Stratford
1 Verified Booking Nicholas said “Great performance! We all loved it! We will definitely hire you again! :)”
Ann Arbor, MI
Historical Character
159 miles from Stratford
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…”
Midland, MI
Historical Character
165 miles from Stratford
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
186 miles from Stratford
18 Verified Bookings Michela V. said “We invited President Lincoln to our housewarming event to give a surprise toast and mingle with our guests. Not only was he an absolute professional,…”
Latrobe, PA
Historical Character
226 miles from Stratford
3 Verified Bookings Barbara L. said “Col. George Washington was absolutely wonderful. His presents with the community was superb. Everyone loved him including me. Thank you so very much Dr.…”
Lewis Center, OH
Civil War Reenactment / Historical Character
243 miles from Stratford
5 Verified Bookings Ben L. said “Bill and Cresha came to my 8th grade social studies class to perform a Civil War demonstration. Bill dressed as a private in the Union army, in an authentic…”
Lancaster, OH
Historical Character
266 miles from Stratford 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.
Newberry, MI
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
303 miles from Stratford Former Infantryman and lover of history
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
328 miles from Stratford
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
Schnecksville, PA
Historical Character
332 miles from Stratford
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.…”
McCordsville, IN
Historical Character
350 miles from Stratford Laura N. said “Robert portraying President Lincoln is both an educational and an entertaining experience. He knows so much history and can keep a presentation engaging.…”
Chicago, IL
Costumed Character / Historical Character
353 miles from Stratford
29 Verified Bookings Yolanda K. said “Kevin arrived in advance, dressed in costume and ready to go. He was great! Highly recommend him.”
Bloomsbury, NJ
Santa Claus / Historical Character
356 miles from Stratford
44 Verified Bookings Amy D. said “Our event was spectacular and a big part of the reason why is because of this wonderful MR. and MRS. Santa. Santa was kind, engaging and jovial. When…”
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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