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Norton, MA 
Historical Character
15 miles from Providence 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…
Boston, MA
Ventriloquist / Historical Character
41 miles from Providence 
18 Verified Bookings Colleen L. said “It was quite a fun & entertaining time! Great for people of all ages!”
Boston, MA
Balloon Twister / Historical Character
41 miles from Providence
6 Verified Bookings Michael G. said “A nice mix of juggling and zaniness! The kids loved it. Lots of kid involvement.”
Boston, MA
Historical Character
41 miles from Providence
5 Verified Bookings Ryan M. said “If you’re looking for a historical character for your event, look no further!”
Amesbury, MA
Historical Character
76 miles from Providence
6 Verified Bookings Debbie K. said “I recently had the pleasure of watching Sheryl Faye Presents Historical Women's production of Clara Barton. It was educational and informative. Sheryl…”
Port Chester, NY
Historical Character
130 miles from Providence
5 Verified Bookings Deepa P. said “We invited Lou to join us at a work event for history curriculum writers and editors. He gave an engaging speech tailored to our crowd that made the night…”
Scarsdale, NY
Historical Character
135 miles from Providence
20 Verified Bookings Marcy D. said “His Excellency General George Washington depicted an accurate account of his life during the time period of 1732 to 1799. He brought the character to…”
Ringoes, NJ
Santa Claus / Historical Character
204 miles from Providence
50 Verified Bookings Melanie T. said “Everyone loves Seashell Santas and Mrs. Claus! They are great with the children and adults. Always friendly and kind. Highly recommend!”
Newtown, PA
Historical Character
214 miles from Providence 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-…
Schnecksville, PA
Historical Character
232 miles from Providence
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.…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
235 miles from Providence
18 Verified Bookings Devin N. said “Ben Frank was a legend. He showed up and didn't skip a beat. Funny and super knowledgeable, he dropped knowledge and won in trivia against a past…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
235 miles from Providence
52 Verified Bookings Rob C. said “Ben rose to the occasion, despite the heat, and he followed the opening story line beautifully.”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
235 miles from Providence
22 Verified Bookings Angelika R. said “I had the pleasure of hiring Ms. Pat Jordan, who portrayed the historical figure Clara Barton at our recent event. She delivered a delightful and engaging…”
Chester Springs, PA
Historical Character
251 miles from Providence
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
280 miles from Providence
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
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 222 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #247 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
188 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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