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Washington, DC 
Historical Character
39 Verified Bookings Dan M. said “Barry did an exceptional job in portraying Ben Franklin in a video for the US Postal Inspection Service. We strongly recommend him. He rivals the late…”
Scarsdale, NY
Historical Character
20 Verified Bookings Josh S. said “George was fantastic!”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
18 Verified Bookings Kara A. said “My husband and friend were celebrating their birthdays and huge history buffs. Having Ben Franklin as part of their birthday celebration was a once in…”
Las Vegas, NV
Burlesque Entertainment / Historical Character
10 Verified Bookings Rita R. said “The two showgirls we had for our event were professional and beautiful. We will have them back every year.”
Chino, CA
Santa Claus / Historical Character
221 Verified Bookings Christina V. said “We had the pleasure of welcoming Santa to our community this year, and he arrived cheerful, bright, and full of energy! The kids couldn’t have been happier…”
Denver, CO
Singing Telegram / Historical Character
38 Verified Bookings Sue M. said “Amy was punctual, funny and entertaining. She was able to weave many stories into a very cute poem tailored to the birthday girl. Would definitely recommend…”
Decatur, GA
Princess Party / Historical Character
46 Verified Bookings Dana M. W. said “Lily the Easter Bunny was hired for our grandchildren's Easter egg hunt. On time the interaction was Amazing !!!! Will hire again”
Houston, TX
Belly Dancer / Historical Character
24 Verified Bookings Cristina K. said “Sandra performed at our Lebanese/American wedding. She did a great job!! Everyone loved her. She was very friendly, professional, accommodating, and always…”
Lewis Center, OH
Civil War Reenactment / Historical Character
5 Verified Bookings Stacy B. said “Bill was very knowledgeable and gave an excellent presentation.”
Boston, MA
Ventriloquist / Historical Character
18 Verified Bookings Joan C. said “Santa did a wonderful visit with us. He was on time and called ahead to make sure he understood the family names. He was very easy to work with and was…”
Culpeper, VA
Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
27 Verified Bookings Una M. said “We booked District Talent for a French Bistro themed work event and they did not disappoint! Worked teh room from beginning to end. Everyone had a great…”
Brownsboro, TX
Christmas Carolers / Historical Character
29 Verified Bookings David K. said “Exceptional”
Orlando, FL
Wedding Officiant / Historical Character
8 Verified Bookings Steven A. said “Eric was easy to communicate with, kept up with our coordinator, was kind and exactly what we were hoping for. My wife and I are mixed religions (Catholic/Muslim),…”
Ringoes, NJ
Santa Claus / Historical Character
50 Verified Bookings Melanie T. said “Seashell Santas and Mrs. Claus were fantastic as usual! We visited the shops in town for Small Business Saturday and then Operation Toy Train.”
Chicago, IL
Costumed Character / Historical Character
30 Verified Bookings Kunume O. said “Kevin was amazing! We rented a spongebob-like character for my son's birthday party. He showed up and entertained the kids the entire time with so…”
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 227 quotes to event planners
Historical Characters rank #246 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 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.
Once you’ve found the perfect historical character, complete your booking through GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to hire all types of party entertainment. Talk to providers, confirm the details of your agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad booking is protected by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. Just relax and enjoy the show!
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