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Thanksgiving Point Honors Martin Luther King Jr. with Day of Service

Tuesday, January 2, 2024

PRESS RELEASE: Thanksgiving Point invites the community to give back and serve during the annual Day of Service, held on Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 15, 2024) from 9 am to 12 pm in the Butterfly Biosphere.

The Best Holiday & Christmas Lights in Utah: Luminaria

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Explore what makes Luminaria one of the best Christmas light displays in the country.

Why Pollinators Are So Important: Benefits, Pollination, and Our Food Chain

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Discover who pollinators are, why they're important to our environment, and how we can help them survive in our ever-changing world.

STEM vs STEAM Education: What’s the Difference?

Thursday, October 26, 2023

STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education has long been a priority for educators. However, in the modern era of education, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics) has been gaining traction as a powerful way to provide adolescents and young adults with a well-rounded education. STEAM education is still relatively new and may …

Luminaria is Back and Brighter Than Ever

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

PRESS RELEASE: The sights, smells, tastes, and sounds of the holidays return as Luminaria lights up Thanksgiving Point.

What to Explore at Thanksgiving Point’s New Science Center

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Thanksgiving Point is opening a new science learning museum, which will feature some of the best science, technology, math, and engineering evolutions for kids to explore.

Twelve Halloween Activities for the Whole Family

Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Picking through all of the places and things to see can be a daunting task. Luckily, Thanksgiving Point has a little bit of everything for the whole family to enjoy this October.

Seven Low-Cost or Free Homeschool Field Trip Ideas

Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Field trips are a fantastic way to get your child out of the house, promote engaged learning, and have serious fun! They also have a healthy share of benefits – children who attend field trips show higher exam scores and demonstrate improved behavior. Check out this blog for seven free or low cost homeschool field trip ideas.

Rockhounding in Utah: Where to Find Gemstones, Fossils, and Other Geological Anomalies

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Utah is one of the best states to live in if you or your child are interested in geology. You can find an abundance of common gemstones, geodes, and fossils in the Beehive State. Learn more about rockhounding in this fun guide.

A Guide to Drought-Tolerant Plants in Utah

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Check out our list of drought-tolerant plants perfect for Utah, and learn about xeriscaping along the way. Create a beautiful landscape while using less water.