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“Excellent Portrayal of George Washington” – Marcy D., reviewing Scarsdale Historical Character His Excellency General George Washington.

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His Excellency General George Washington - Historical Character in Scarsdale, New York

His Excellency General George Washington

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4.66 (12)
  • Map pin icon Scarsdale, NY
  • Vendor category icon Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 20 Verified Bookings

Josh S. said “George was fantastic!”

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Benjamin Franklin by Barry Stevens - Historical Character in Washington, District Of Columbia Featured vendor banner
Benjamin Franklin by Barry Stevens - Historical Character in Washington, District Of Columbia

Benjamin Franklin by Barry Stevens

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4.96 (24)
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  • Map pin icon Washington, DC
  • Vendor category icon Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 41 Verified Bookings

Angelika R. said “I recently hired Barry Stevens portraying Benjamin Franklin for our corporate function. Mr. Stevens was incredibly well-prepared, skillfully connecting…”

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Benjamin Franklin - Historical Character in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Benjamin Franklin

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5.0 (15)
  • Map pin icon Philadelphia, PA
  • Vendor category icon Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 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…”

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Pomona Santa Claus - Santa Claus / Historical Character in Chino, California Featured vendor banner
Pomona Santa Claus - Santa Claus / Historical Character in Chino, California

Pomona Santa Claus

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4.98 (102)
  • Map pin icon Chino, CA
  • Vendor category icon Santa Claus / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 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…”

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Kevin Driscoll & Friends - Ventriloquist / Historical Character in Boston, Massachusetts Featured vendor banner
Kevin Driscoll & Friends - Ventriloquist / Historical Character in Boston, Massachusetts

Kevin Driscoll & Friends

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4.99 (8)
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  • Map pin icon Boston, MA
  • Vendor category icon Ventriloquist / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 19 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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District Talent, LLC - Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character in Culpeper, Virginia Featured vendor banner
District Talent, LLC - Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character in Culpeper, Virginia

District Talent, LLC

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5.0 (20)
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  • Map pin icon Culpeper, VA
  • Vendor category icon Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 30 Verified Bookings

Quincy C. said “We were so delighted with Michael Levick's preparation, professionalism, and overall performance. We highly recommend him!”

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Zanyacts - Balloon Twister / Historical Character in Boston, Massachusetts Featured vendor banner
Zanyacts - Balloon Twister / Historical Character in Boston, Massachusetts

Zanyacts

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4.99 (10)
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  • Map pin icon Boston, MA
  • Vendor category icon Balloon Twister / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 7 Verified Bookings

Kathy M. said “Linda was a great addition to our event and was super engaging with all of the children and adults alike.”

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The Summit Wedded Bliss - Wedding Officiant / Historical Character in Orlando, Florida Featured vendor banner
The Summit Wedded Bliss - Wedding Officiant / Historical Character in Orlando, Florida

The Summit Wedded Bliss

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5.0 (3)
  • Map pin icon Orlando, FL
  • Vendor category icon Wedding Officiant / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 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),…”

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House of Kringle - Santa Claus / Historical Character in Long Beach, California Featured vendor banner
House of Kringle - Santa Claus / Historical Character in Long Beach, California

House of Kringle

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5.0 (54)
  • Map pin icon Long Beach, CA
  • Vendor category icon Santa Claus / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 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…”

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Big Biz Entertainment - Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character in Joppa, Maryland Featured vendor banner
Big Biz Entertainment - Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character in Joppa, Maryland

Big Biz Entertainment

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4.91 (39)
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  • Map pin icon Joppa, MD
  • Vendor category icon Corporate Entertainment / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 62 Verified Bookings

Anastasiya M. said “We couldn’t be happier selecting this talent. We ended up going with the strolling champagne skirt, which made such a spectacular impression on our guests.…”

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Sandra Nani Dance - Belly Dancer / Historical Character in Houston, Texas Featured vendor banner
Sandra Nani Dance - Belly Dancer / Historical Character in Houston, Texas

Sandra Nani Dance

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5.0 (12)
  • Map pin icon Houston, TX
  • Vendor category icon Belly Dancer / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 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…”

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Santa Ed Hatz - Santa Claus / Historical Character in Los Angeles, California Featured vendor banner
Santa Ed Hatz - Santa Claus / Historical Character in Los Angeles, California

Santa Ed Hatz

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5.0 (22)
  • Map pin icon Los Angeles, CA
  • Vendor category icon Santa Claus / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 47 Verified Bookings

Jessica H. said “Good communication and looked as authentic as possible. Great suit. Great beard. Great rosy cheeks. We had a ton of kids so it was a bit tough to keep…”

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Seashell Santas - Santa Claus / Historical Character in Jackson, New Jersey Featured vendor banner
Seashell Santas - Santa Claus / Historical Character in Jackson, New Jersey

Seashell Santas

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4.96 (47)
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  • Map pin icon Jackson, NJ
  • Vendor category icon Santa Claus / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 51 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!”

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Santa Craig Cringle & That Filipina Mrs. Claus - Santa Claus / Historical Character in Huntsville, Alabama Featured vendor banner
Santa Craig Cringle & That Filipina Mrs. Claus - Santa Claus / Historical Character in Huntsville, Alabama

Santa Craig Cringle & That Filipina Mrs. Claus

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5.0 (12)
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  • Map pin icon Huntsville, AL
  • Vendor category icon Santa Claus / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 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…”

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Spoken Word Poetry-grams - Singing Telegram / Historical Character in Denver, Colorado Featured vendor banner
Spoken Word Poetry-grams - Singing Telegram / Historical Character in Denver, Colorado

Spoken Word Poetry-grams

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4.84 (18)
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  • Map pin icon Denver, CO
  • Vendor category icon Singing Telegram / Historical Character
  • Check mark icon 41 Verified Bookings

Monica B. said “Amy did a wonderful job for our event.”

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Quick facts
Historical Characters

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229 quotes sent

In the past year, Historical Characters have sent 229 quotes to event planners

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243rd most popular

Historical Characters rank #243 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad

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4.9 out of 5 stars

192 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!

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