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Des Moines, IA 
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
10 miles from Ankeny Jill W. said “I have seen this group multiple times in multiple locations and they are always a highlight. I seek them out first when I get to renaissance fairs, they…”
Minneapolis, MN
Environmentalist / Historical Character
225 miles from Ankeny 
1 Verified Booking Dan L. said “Adam's portrayal of Theodore Roosevelt was simply amazing! "Teddy" spoke at our Unitarian Universalist Fellowship this morning and held…”
Bartlett, IL
Historical Character
279 miles from Ankeny First person historical portrayal of America's most misunderstood First Lady. What makes me different, and why should you choose my presentations? I have 15+…
Chicago, IL
Costumed Character / Historical Character
308 miles from Ankeny
30 Verified Bookings Cheryl C. said “It was a totally smooth process. Character kept in contact with me the day before and the night of the event. Would use Kevin’s again in the future!”
Indianapolis, IN
Historical Character
412 miles from Ankeny
9 Verified Bookings Roy T. said “Our Family get-together ranges in ages from 4 years to 94 years. A tough audience to keep engaged for 30-45 minutes. Abe Lincoln's fast paced monolog…”
Indianapolis, IN
Interactive Performer / Historical Character
412 miles from Ankeny
7 Verified Bookings Jacob D. said “Zero complaints about this performance. Very educated on his act and a joy to be around. His subject matter and mannerisms are perfect for any event.”
McCordsville, IN
Historical Character
421 miles from Ankeny Scott F. said “Robert was a presenter at the W. D. Boyce Council's 50th Anniversary Camporee in Ottawa, Illinois, in September 2023. He gave four presentations…”
Owensboro, KY
Historical Character
440 miles from Ankeny
2 Verified Bookings Vance H. said “George Washington came to our homeschool community. The kids loved it! He was so knowledgeable and held the kids attention. Will definitely be considering…”
Midland, MI
Historical Character
492 miles from Ankeny
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
492 miles from Ankeny
18 Verified Bookings Alana S. said “Thank you so much for a memorable birthday virtual celebration !”
Pendleton, KY
Look-Alike / Historical Character
493 miles from Ankeny Beau has 30 plus years stage experience in community, semi-professional, and professional theatre. Beau has over 100 celebrity and political impressions to his…
Ann Arbor, MI
Historical Character
507 miles from Ankeny
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…”
Newberry, MI
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
513 miles from Ankeny Former Infantryman and lover of history
Flint, MI
Historical Character
513 miles from Ankeny 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
525 miles from Ankeny
6 Verified Bookings David S. said “We had Abe attend our son's graduation party, and he was a big hit with the guests. Highly recommend him.”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 228 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #244 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.
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