In Photos: Snapshots of Spring Break 2026

Crimson photographers journeyed across the country and around the world during the College’s spring break last week. From the deserts of Tucson, Arizona to open air museums in Stockholm, these are snapshots of their adventures away from Cambridge.

By Crimson Multimedia Staff, Crimson Staff Writer

Travelling across New England, Jason Deng ‘29 captured the coastal life of Gloucester and Rockport in Massachusetts, where working harbors reflect a longstanding maritime tradition. He also visited Cape Elizabeth in Maine, known for its dramatic rocky shoreline and iconic lighthouses.

From Sweden to Norway, Samuel A. Ha ‘27 experienced the natural beauty of Scandinavia. In Bergen, Norway, colorful wooden houses line the epic coastal fjords between the famous seven mountains. On the Djurgården island in Stockholm, Sweden, wild animals such as wolverines and reindeer are cared for in Skansen – the oldest open-air museum and zoo in the world.

While in Tucson, Arizona, Sophia I. Scarlet ’29 captured roaming wildlife and succulents in the desert sunlight. Taking a break from hiking, she visited the DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun, which displays acclaimed Arizona artist Ettore “Ted” DeGrazia’s artwork.

While in Milan, Patrick S. Thai ’29 visited the Duomo di Milano, the largest Gothic cathedral in Italy, known for its intricate marble façade and many spires. He visited the ossuary at San Bernardino alle Ossa, a small chapel famously decorated with human bones arranged in patterns. He also explored the Cimitero Monumentale di Milano, famous for its ornate tombs and statues.

In the coastal city of Porto, panoramic views of the city can be seen from the iconic double-decker Dom Luís I Bridge. Mae T. Weir ‘27 left the hustle and bustle of the city and travelled across Portugal to visit Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In Sintra, she explored the castle of Quinta da Regaleira, including its many caves and famed Initiation Well.

Hugo C. Chiasson ‘28 explored his hometown, and captured the sunlight in Van Nuys, a neighborhood in Los Angeles, California.

While in Layton, Florida, Lotem L. Loeb '27 visited the Keys Marine Laboratory with her class, OEB 51: Biology and Evolution of Invertebrate Animals. The marine laboratory had extensive facilities including a water pumping system, touch tanks, as well as wet and dry lab spaces. The laboratory overlooked a boat docking station, which is often overflowing with cormorant birds and ongoing material weathering experiments.

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