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Port Chester, NY 
Historical Character
23 miles from Roosevelt 
5 Verified Bookings Robert A. L. said “We had Lou perform at our annual President's Day Program and he was phenomenal! He is able to blend content and entertainment to create a tremendously…”
Scarsdale, NY
Historical Character
25 miles from Roosevelt
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.…”
Ringoes, NJ
Santa Claus / Historical Character
69 miles from Roosevelt
46 Verified Bookings Eva said “Our church hosted "Breakfast with Santa" yesterday, and our families were delighted by Santa and Mrs. Claus... Very special moments with each…”
Newtown, PA
Historical Character
77 miles from Roosevelt 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-…
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
97 miles from Roosevelt
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
97 miles from Roosevelt
52 Verified Bookings Kim R. said “Brian, aka "Benjamin Franklin", was awesome! Our HR Conference Dinner entertainment provided by "Ben'" was enjoyed by all of…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
97 miles from Roosevelt
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
106 miles from Roosevelt
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
115 miles from Roosevelt
11 Verified Bookings Courtney E. said “We had "Ben" come to a corporate event we were hosting in Philadelphia. We provided him with a script and he adjusted to fit the part. He did…”
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
147 miles from Roosevelt
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
Norton, MA
Historical Character
153 miles from Roosevelt 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…
Joppa, MD
Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
170 miles from Roosevelt
60 Verified Bookings Jaymea D. said “Michael was everything our festival needed . We look forward to booking him again.”
Boston, MA
Ventriloquist / Historical Character
175 miles from Roosevelt
18 Verified Bookings Shyla C. said “Kevin was incredible. Professional, humorous, and insightful, he arrived early, set up, and started readings. His sense of humor put everyone at ease…”
Boston, MA
Balloon Twister / Historical Character
175 miles from Roosevelt
6 Verified Bookings Margaret C. said “Linda Peck kept our group mesmerized and involved. From 20 months old to age 70, she involved many in her act and activities. The kids, parents and grandparents…”
Boston, MA
Historical Character
175 miles from Roosevelt
5 Verified Bookings Marina S. said “I booked Deborah for a birthday party and she was absolutely awesome! Everyone has been raving about her ever since and she was so kind to answer a bunch…”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 226 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #246 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
187 Historical Character reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
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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