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His Excellency General George Washington
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Scarsdale, NY -
Historical Character
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20 Verified Bookings
Josh S. said “George was fantastic!”
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Benjamin Franklin
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Philadelphia, PA
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Historical Character
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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…”
Benjamin Franklin by Barry Stevens
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Washington, DC
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Historical Character
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40 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…”
Sandra Nani Dance
(12)
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Houston, TX
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Belly Dancer / Historical Character
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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…”
The Christmas CarolerZ
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Brownsboro, TX
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Christmas Carolers / Historical Character
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30 Verified Bookings
David K. said “Exceptional”
Spoken Word Poetry-grams
(16)
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Denver, CO
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Singing Telegram / Historical Character
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39 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…”
The Summit Wedded Bliss
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Orlando, FL
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Wedding Officiant / Historical Character
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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),…”
Bill Foley, Living History
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Lewis Center, OH
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Civil War Reenactment / Historical Character
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5 Verified Bookings
Stacy B. said “Bill was very knowledgeable and gave an excellent presentation.”
House of Kringle
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Long Beach, CA
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Santa Claus / Historical Character
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84 Verified Bookings
Meeghan N. said “Year after year, he gets better and better. He feels like part of the family even though we only see him once a year. All our guests ask when we found…”
The Summit Tribute Group, featuring Eric Richardson as Dean Martin
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Baltimore, MD
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Dean Martin Impersonator / Historical Character
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59 Verified Bookings
Brian E. said “Eric was great. The birthday girl loved the experience.”
Zanyacts
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Boston, MA
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Balloon Twister / Historical Character
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6 Verified Bookings
Heather B. said “Linda arrived on time with a fun costume and enthusiastic personality. She makes balloon creations, spins plates and juggles! You can tell she enjoys…”
Santa Craig Cringle & That Filipina Mrs. Claus
(12)
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Huntsville, AL
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Santa Claus / Historical Character
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10 Verified Bookings
Tammy S. said “We enjoyed having Santa Craig Cringle with us for our holiday party. He was extremely professional, arrived early, stayed later and the kids and adults…”
Southern Belle Princess Parties
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Decatur, GA
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Princess Party / Historical Character
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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”
District Talent, LLC
(19)
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Culpeper, VA
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Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
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28 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…”
Kevin Driscoll & Friends
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Boston, MA
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Ventriloquist / Historical Character
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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…”
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Quick facts
Historical Characters
227 quotes sent
In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 227 quotes to event planners
246th most popular
Historical Characters rank #246 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
4.9 out of 5 stars
188 Historical Character reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
About Booking Historical Characters
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!
