The town of Falmouth is home to several organizations dedicated to the study of the oceans and the organisms that call them home. The Marine Biological Laboratory in Woods Hole is an independent research facility that has earned a place in the international scientific community. Visitors can tour the campus and get a look at some of the animals used in the MBL's research during the summer months. Tours last approximately one hour and require a reservation to be made at least one week in advance.

Even though many of us long for the sun, it can get too hot here in Nice. Palais Lascaris is a perfect escape from the heat. This baroque-style aristocratic residence now houses a museum dedicated to the art and music of the 17th and 18th centuries. The palace, built for the Lascaris Vintimille family in the mid-17th century, features a monumental staircase, frescoes, and luxuriously decorated salons. Visitors can explore the reception apartments, which boast frescoes depicting mythological themes, stucco work from the late 17th century, and a permanent collection of paintings, sculptures, furniture, objets d'art, and tapestries. The palace also houses a remarkable collection of antique musical instruments, including a prestigious deposit from the Institut de France.

The Utah Shakespeare Festival, one of the largest Shakespearean theater exhibitions in the nation, runs from late June through mid-October on the campus of Southern Utah University. Performances take place on three stages, including the Engelstad Shakespeare Theatre, an outdoor replica of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. This renowned festival, winner of the 2000 Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre, has featured acclaimed actors like Ty Burrell. Experience the magic of Shakespeare's works in a unique and captivating setting.

A bit outside Verona, but worth the trip if you’re into natural history. This small two-floor museum focuses on fossils from the nearby hills, which used to be a tropical sea. You’ll see fish, insects, plants, even reptiles—some surprisingly well-preserved. The collection isn’t huge, but it’s solid and well curated.