Back in time to Colonial Williamsburg

Marie, Brian and Xander spent a September day soaking up history at Colonial Williamsburg.

During the visit, Xander took part in "RevQuest," an "immersive game" in which he played the role of a colonial spy during the Revolutionary War.

Xander picks up intelligence from an innocent-looking fellow spy.

One of the highlights of the living-history museum is the blacksmith's shop. After all, Xander's great-great-great-grandfather was a blacksmith - not in Colonial Virginia, but in 19th Century New York.

From our archives:
Dolores and Hugh spent a day at Colonial Williamsburg in December 2012
Cathy, Christopher and Stephanie visited Colonial Williamsburg and other Virginia historical sites in October 2007