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Flint, MI 
Historical Character
240 miles from Orillia An educational and entertaining look at the life of the 26th President of the United States Theodore Roosevelt. Perfect for political events, historical societies,…
Midland, MI
Historical Character
249 miles from Orillia 
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,…
Westland, MI
Historical Character
254 miles from Orillia
6 Verified Bookings Matt B. said “We invited Abe Lincoln to an adult pool party. Everyone was delighted when he showed up. Abe mingled and talked with party guests for the duration, posed…”
Ann Arbor, MI
Children’s Party Entertainment / Historical Character
270 miles from Orillia
1 Verified Booking Holly H. said “Copper Tom was a good addition to our Summer Reading Program entertainment line-up. We had over 40 children of all ages (with their parents) and everyone…”
Ann Arbor, MI
Historical Character
270 miles from Orillia
3 Verified Bookings Donna C. said “Captain Smith and Margaret "Molly" Brown are a great team! Their performance is well-planned and a moving tribute to the ones lost as well as…”
Latrobe, PA
Historical Character
296 miles from Orillia
3 Verified Bookings James R. M. S. said “As the aide to General George Washington of Mount Vernon, Virginia, I met this gentleman on Constitution Avenue in Washington, District of Columbia on…”
Adrian, MI
Historical Character
298 miles from Orillia
18 Verified Bookings Benjamin W. said “Kevin/Abe is the spitting image of Lincoln, and went above and beyond to make our event a great time. He is a passionate history buff, and enthralled…”
Newberry, MI
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
319 miles from Orillia Former Infantryman and lover of history
Schnecksville, PA
Historical Character
333 miles from Orillia
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.…”
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
346 miles from Orillia
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
Bloomsbury, NJ
Santa Claus / Historical Character
351 miles from Orillia
44 Verified Bookings Melanie T. said “The best! We had approximately 56 children come visit during the Farmers' Market on July 20, 2024. That is more than any other year for Christmas…”
Lewis Center, OH
Civil War Reenactment / Historical Character
356 miles from Orillia
5 Verified Bookings Julia W. said “Bill and his wife were recently guests at a "Military Heroes" drop-in event our library hosted out in our courtyard during the Granville (OH)…”
Chester Springs, PA
Historical Character
368 miles from Orillia
11 Verified Bookings Michele D. H. said “Benjamin Franklin was awesome! Our guests loved taking pictures with him. We all loved the bit of history he provided.”
Lancaster, OH
Historical Character
375 miles from Orillia 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.
Scarsdale, NY
Historical Character
379 miles from Orillia
20 Verified Bookings Bob L. said “Very knowledgeable and entertaining. punctual and very professional in his image and demeanor. Very convincing character portrayal of Washington's…”
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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