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Gibsonville, NC 
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
99 miles from Rocky Mount A charming element and a fantastic vibe for any event; Omar is a Fire dancer, Tarot reader, Fantasy character actor, Stunt performer, Conversationalist, model and…
Williamsburg, VA
Historical Character
110 miles from Rocky Mount Dr. Benjamin Franklin has appeared at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, and other museums; at schools and special events. He is happy to speak on any…
Davidson, NC
Historical Character
174 miles from Rocky Mount Travis Bowman is an author, film producer, and 7th generation descendant of "Hercules of the Revolution" and stands 6'6” just like his famous ancestor.…
Culpeper, VA
Bartender / Historical Character
176 miles from Rocky Mount 
27 Verified Bookings Colleen P. said “This is our second year using District Talent, and to no surprise it was another hit! Very easy to work with and a perfect addition to any event. We will…”
Mount Vernon, VA
Leadership/Success Speaker / Historical Character
197 miles from Rocky Mount
5 Verified Bookings Hon. E. D. said “Thousands imitate Elvis but few try to pass as George Washington The former general, farmer and president because of the total commitment required. This…”
Arlington, VA
Science/Technology Expert / Historical Character
207 miles from Rocky Mount The Natural Philosopher LLC performs science related interactive demonstrations in the persona of notable historic men of science such as Isaac Newton, Tycho Brahe,…
Washington, DC
Historical Character
209 miles from Rocky Mount
35 Verified Bookings Lea A. F. said “Mr. Franklin provided a wonderful program with a presentation and questions from the audience. Thanks for this walk through American history.”
Washington, DC
Historical Character
209 miles from Rocky Mount 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…”
Baltimore, MD
Dean Martin Impersonator / Historical Character
240 miles from Rocky Mount
57 Verified Bookings Pamela P. said “Eric was wonderful and he brought good cheer to our family with his lovely singing of Dean Martin and Sinatra tunes, in honor of my parents’ recent 51st…”
Joppa, MD
Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
254 miles from Rocky Mount
58 Verified Bookings Zabei F. said “Michael was super accommodating and our guests loved him!”
Lititz, PA
Medieval Entertainment / Historical Character
303 miles from Rocky Mount
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
Chester Springs, PA
Historical Character
309 miles from Rocky Mount
11 Verified Bookings Josh S. said “Interacted with the crowd and exceeded our expectations!”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
312 miles from Rocky Mount
18 Verified Bookings Brenda A. said “We hired Ben to meet and greet at our office holiday party for 45 people. Everyone had a great time interacting and taking pictures. Ben shared history…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
312 miles from Rocky Mount
22 Verified Bookings Michele D. said “Pat did an amazing job as Martha Washington at a corporate event for us. She was able to mingle with all of our guests and tailor her conversation to…”
Latrobe, PA
Historical Character
315 miles from Rocky Mount
3 Verified Bookings Brandy H. said “General Washington was an absolute pleasure to work with. All of our guests loved interacting with him. He stayed true to character and is extremely knowledgeable…”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 248 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #241 in popularity out of 542 categories on GigSalad
185 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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