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Featured programs.

Meriwether Lewis

Burnham’s Chicago

Teddy Roosevelt

Haunted History

The Legend of St. Nicholas

Early Movers & Shakers

Illinois Inventors

Benjamin Franklin

 
 
 

“It was a pure joy talking with someone who loves their work and does such an outstanding job. I do hope I get another chance to see another wonderful presentation. ”

– District IV Director
Daughters of the American Revolution

 
 
 
 

"Everyone that I talked to was extremely happy with the performance."

- John Buckler
Masonic Lodge
Naperville, Illinois

 
 
 
 

“Just a special word of thanks for a spectacular presentation--so well received by all. It made yet another Annual meeting of the Historical Society of Des Plaines memorable. I'm not sure how we can ever top this!”

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-Des Plaines Historical Society
Des Plaines, IL

   

 

   
Experience a Unique, Interactive
Educational Opportunity
 
       
   
Actor Terry Lynch has been motivating both young and old to look for inspiration from the past to lead us to a brighter future.
 
       
   
 
       
   
Introducing, a motivational program to help guide audiences through life's obstacles in these trying times.
 
       
   
"Mistakes Happen!"
 
   
 

Terry presents an entertaining and humorous program that sites some
of history's greatest leaders, and their biggest blunders that could have spelled disaster if they had not chosen to learn from their mistakes! Let your audience
take these examples and use them as motivation
to help overcome life's obstacles.


Let the past inspire the future, learn to laugh as you learn to lead!

 

As co-owner of Histories for Kids, Inc. and HFK Presents, Terry has spoken to groups of all ages using his years of theatrical and Improvisational training at Second City Training Center, and I.O., formally known a Improv Olympic, to create unique, interactive presentations that are both informative, and motivational.
 
 
 
HFK Presents is available for year round Campus Activities:
 

Back to School Programs
Orientation, Welcome Week
Assemblies, In-class Programs
Student Leadership Gatherings
Student Conferences
Classroom Programs
Summer Programs
Academic, Athletic, and Club Banquets

 
Let Leaders From the Past
Lead Us to the Future
 
Also available, costumed historical portrayal programs by the following:

Benjamin Franklin

Benjamin Franklin.“The Man Who Thought Outside the Box”

 

When faced with a situation, it is not always best to attack it straight on. This was one way Franklin became so successful! Look at life from a different perspective, and you may see more than you ever thought possible.

 

Teddy Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt.

“Lead By Example.”

 

You may not be able to charge up San Juan Hill as Roosevelt did, but develop your leadership skills as you learn how to use Teddy's approach to life and elevate others along with you.

 

George Washington

“A Surveyor of Land to the Leader of a Nation”

His commitment to his family was as important to him as his commitment to his soldiers, and later a fledgling nation. Learn what brought Washington from a surveyor of land, to the leader of a nation.

 
 
A Break From the Everyday
Historical Personalities That Inspire
 

The Legend of St. Nicholas

St. Nicholas.

“Santa Throught he Centuries” 

This holiday program will educate as well as inspire. How has the Santa Claus figure through the centuries epitomized the adage
"It is better to give than receive"?

 

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Haunted History

Haunted History.“Sit Back and Listen...If You Dare!.”

 

Hear the entertaining and chillling tales of the historical hauntings of the Midwest. Stories of the S.S. Eastland, Brookfiled Zoo, Fort Dearborn Massacre, and John Dillinger (just to name a few) help to guarantee goosebumps, while enjoying a bit of history at the same time! May be adjusted for geographical region.

 

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The Underground Railroad

Underground Railroad.““If you’re anywhere in Illinois, you’re not too far from a place where the Underground Railroad operated.”

– Glennette Tilley Turner

 

Discover the firsthand story of WIlliam Hays, conductor of teh Underground Railroad in Randolph Co., IL. His mission, to aid in the abolishment fo slavery, assist in illegal transport of runaway slaves, as well as the eventual court trial for his actions.

A wonderful supplement for Black History Month!

 

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Each character is thoroughly researched by co-owner Laura Lynch, a certified educator for more than 20 years. Each program will challenge audinces to see history where they don't expect it!

 
Library, Historical Societies
and Seniors Groups
 

Since we began performing historical shows for children, a lot of people have told us that they wish learning about great historical figures could have been this much fun when they were in school. They enjoy our presentations, but they’re for kids, right?

Libraries, historical societies, and senior's groups were left wondering: what about the adults?! Learning isn’t just for children, and everyone likes to have fun. So how could we bring history to life for the “kids at heart”?

 

Look to the top left of this page to the "Featured Programs" for a description of programs for your particular needs. Contact us to find out how your organization can spend an evening with Meriwether, Ben, Daniel, Teddy or George!

Corporate Events

Make your corporate event entertainment a unique experiencel! Keynote speeches or performances are available from any of the HFK PResents personalities.

Arrangements and fees are decided on an individual basis. Call for details

 

For bookings:

HFK Presents
P.O. Box 2337
Orland Park, IL 60462
phone: 708-218-7001 • fax: 708-349-7375
e-mail: info@hfkpresents.com