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Beetle Mania: Get to Know Our Star Beetles

Monday, May 27, 2024

It’s time for Beetle Mania, Thanksgiving Point's biannual beetle celebration that showcases some of the most fascinating beetles from around the world. Forget the musical icons; these beetles rock their own unique styles and talents, from climbing trees to crawling through dirt and even emitting unique scents! Known for their ability to emit a pungent …

Encouraging Curiosity in Children

Thursday, May 23, 2024

Thanksgiving Point venues and events are meant to nurture curiosity for kids, sparking their love for learning. Our educators are trained specifically to give kids the chance to learn through curiosity. Discover practical tips for parents to support and enhance their kids’ explorative spirit. 1. Ask Open-Ended Questions Engage your child in meaningful conversations by …

Is It a Stick or a Walking Stick?

Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Walking sticks are insects that belong to their own order – Phasmida or Phasmatodea. This order is characterized by bugs that look like plants and sticks.

15 Big-Time Brachiosaurus Facts

Thursday, July 21, 2022

Here are 15 fun facts about some of the most famous Sauropods to ever roam the earth.

Meme Quilting for Dummies

Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Garden of Quilts is coming soon and we have a Meme Quilt Block Challenge to get you in the spirit!

Growing A Cut Flower Garden

Tuesday, July 12, 2022

A Cut Flower Garden is a garden that only contains plants and flowers perfect for bouquets. You want one? We have a how-to for you!

Milk: Raw or Nah?

Tuesday, July 5, 2022

Raw Milk has been quite the controversy. Some say it has multiple health benefits, while others insist it is too dangerous a health risk.

10 Organizations That Serve Your Community

Thursday, June 23, 2022

Here are the ten charities that partnered with the Nu Skin Force for Good Foundation and Thanksgiving Point. Please consider volunteering or contributing to one of their service projects.

Just as Tough as in Billy Goats Gruff?

Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Goats are surprisingly (or maybe unsurprisingly) quite prevalent in folklore, movies, and literature. But what are they really like at Farm Country?

You’ve Bought Tulip Bulbs. Now What?

Monday, May 9, 2022

Congratulations - you've bought Thanksgiving Point tulip bulbs! Now that you've got them, learn how to best take care of them for the perfect spring bloom.