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Boston, MA 
Historical Character
12 miles from Reading 
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…”
Amesbury, MA
Historical Character
24 miles from Reading
6 Verified Bookings Carol R. said “Sheryl arrived on time and set up went underway. Her sound check was helpful for the audience and everyone was able to hear. We can’t say enough about…”
Boston, MA
Ventriloquist / Historical Character
12 miles from Reading
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
12 miles from Reading
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…”
Norton, MA
Historical Character
39 miles from Reading 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…
Hyannis, MA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
73 miles from Reading
101 Verified Bookings Christine G. said “Santa came in dancing for all the children and they all loved it. Santa came with a bag of teddy bears and candy for all the children and he didn’t have…”
Port Chester, NY
Historical Character
169 miles from Reading
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
174 miles from Reading
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.…”
Old Bridge, NJ
Santa Claus / Historical Character
221 miles from Reading
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
255 miles from Reading 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
266 miles from Reading
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
276 miles from Reading
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
276 miles from Reading
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
276 miles from Reading
22 Verified Bookings Kathy F. said “Very informative and enjoyable, the crowd shared comments afterward, that they had a very memorable/enjoyable time.”
Chester Springs, PA
Historical Character
290 miles from Reading
11 Verified Bookings Josh S. said “Interacted with the crowd and exceeded our expectations!”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 229 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #247 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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