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Norton, MA 
Historical Character
52 miles from Westerly 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
79 miles from Westerly 
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…”
Boston, MA
Balloon Twister / Historical Character
79 miles from Westerly
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.”
Boston, MA
Historical Character
79 miles from Westerly
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…”
Port Chester, NY
Historical Character
99 miles from Westerly
5 Verified Bookings Robert A. L. said “We had Lou perform at our annual President's Day Program and he was phenomenal! He is able to blend content and entertainment to create a tremendously…”
Scarsdale, NY
Historical Character
105 miles from Westerly
20 Verified Bookings Josh S. said “George was fantastic!”
Amesbury, MA
Historical Character
112 miles from Westerly
6 Verified Bookings Melissa S. said “Sheryl presented Eleanor Roosevelt to our residents. Everyone loved the event and was completely engaged as she unraveled the life of First Lady. We are…”
Jackson, NJ
Santa Claus / Historical Character
160 miles from Westerly
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
181 miles from Westerly 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-…
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
201 miles from Westerly
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…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
201 miles from Westerly
22 Verified Bookings Rhiannon B. said “Our community thoroughly enjoyed this historically accurate portrayal of Clara Barton! Pat is very knowledgeable and answered every question that was…”
Philadelphia, PA
Historical Character
201 miles from Westerly
52 Verified Bookings Barbara S. said “Ben was a surprise for the bride and groom at my nephew’s rehearsal dinner, and he couldn’t have been better! He was so true to character in a really…”
Schnecksville, PA
Historical Character
204 miles from Westerly
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.…”
Chester Springs, PA
Historical Character
219 miles from Westerly
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
249 miles from Westerly
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
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Historical Characters rank #243 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
192 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.
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