American Frontier · 1911
The American Cowboy
Life on the open range — cattle drives, campfire philosophy, and the code of the West. A story of independence, hardship, and the land that shaped a nation.
Book this characterHistory Doesn't Have to Be a
Textbook.
We make it a memory.
Award-winning storytelling performances that bring America's most compelling figures to life — in your classroom, boardroom, museum, or living room.
2020
Est.
Our Story
Truth Is the Most
Compelling Story
Ever Told.
American Storytellers was founded on a simple but powerful belief: history inspires people when it's told as a story — not recited as a list of dates. We bring America's most compelling figures to life through research-driven, authentically-costumed performances that speak to something universally human.
Since 2020, our performances have reached audiences in boardrooms, classrooms, libraries, living rooms, museums, and retirement communities across the United States. Every character is meticulously researched and every costume is period-accurate — because the truth deserves nothing less.
Meticulously Researched
Every fact, every word, grounded in primary sources.
Authentically Costumed
Period-accurate dress that transports audiences instantly.
All Ages Welcome
From first grade to senior adults — history is for everyone.
Any Venue
We come to you — schools, museums, homes, boardrooms.
Meet the Characters
Voices from
American History
Each character is a portal to a pivotal moment in America's story. Click any character to book their experience.
Across America · 1930s
1931 Route 66 Foreman
1931 Route 66 Road Crew Foreman: Mules and The Mother Road.
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Urban America ·
1930s
1930s Milkman
1930s Milkman: Feathers, Fame, and a Funny Voice.
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Americas Skies ·
1920s
The Aeroplane Pilot
1926 Aeroplane Pilot: From Wheat Fields to Wings.
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An Experience for
Every Audience
Whether you're planning a school assembly or a corporate retreat, we tailor every performance to the room, the age group, and the occasion.
Schools & Classrooms
We present to student groups as young as first grade. Our performances are curriculum-aligned, age-appropriate, and built to spark genuine curiosity about history.
Museums & Libraries
Bring your exhibits to life with a living history experience that deepens visitor engagement and creates lasting connection to your collection's stories.
Corporate Events
From boardrooms to company retreats, our storytelling performances offer something genuinely different — leadership lessons drawn from history.
Retirement Communities
A special, immersive experience for senior audiences who remember when these stories were still living memory. We always stay for conversation afterward.
Private Events
Family reunions, birthday celebrations, community functions — our characters make any gathering unforgettable and give guests something real to talk about.
The Experience
From Inquiry
to Unforgettable
Booking a storytelling experience is simple. Here's how it works.
Reach Out
Tell us about your event — the venue, audience, date, and any historical themes or figures you have in mind.
We Collaborate
We work with you to select the perfect character and tailor the performance length, tone, and content to your audience.
We Arrive Ready
Our storyteller arrives in full authentic costume, fully in character, ready to transport your audience to another time.
History Comes Alive
A performance that sparks questions, conversation, and a connection to the American story that no textbook can replicate.
Testimonials
What People Are Saying
From first graders to corporate executives — history moves people when it's told well.
“We thoroughly enjoyed having Nicholas Waters with American Storytellers at our annual convention this year. Nicholas engaged with the crowd before his presentation and really created a "buzz" around the room. His depiction of Clarence the Milkman was interesting and entertaining at the same time, and the audience loved it. I'm so glad we took a chance and did something out of the box for our meeting this year!”
“Our students thoroughly enjoyed the presentation about Clarence Nash. They were engaged from beginning to end and were fascinated to learn that someone from our small town of Watonga achieved such remarkable success, first in radio and later in film and animation. The storyteller did an excellent job bringing Clarence Nash’s journey to life and helping students understand how talent, hard work, and perseverance can lead to extraordinary opportunities. It was a meaningful and educational experience that left our students inspired and proud of their community's connection to a well-known piece of entertainment history.”
The Route 66 Association of Arizona worked with American Storytellers to bring a 1920s-era pilot to our Roaring Twenties museum fundraiser. Mr. Waters of American Storytellers brings authenticity, accuracy, and passion with every character he develops. He delivers a moving, captivating performance that transports the audience to whatever decade he is representing. We thoroughly enjoyed working with American Storytellers, were highly pleased with Mr. Waters' performance, and would not hesitate to hire him again.
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Let's Bring History
to Your Audience
Tell us about your event and we'll be in touch within one business day.
Thank You!
Your inquiry has been received. We'll be in touch within one business day to discuss your event and find the perfect storytelling experience.
In the meantime, feel free to call us at (405) 238-1717
