Colonial Williamsburg and Shirley Plantation will celebrate Veterans Day with free admission for veterans and their families.

Active duty military, guard and reservists, retirees, veterans and their dependents will receive free passes to CW Friday, November 6 through Wednesday November 11. Family members of currently deployed troops will also enjy free admission with identification. More details can be found on Colonial Williamsburg's website, www.history.org.

 Shirley Plantation will also honor veterans with free admission. Tours focusing on the Hill Carter family's military service will be featured. Their website, www.shirleyplantation.com, has details about other discounts for active duty members, retirees and their families.