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Thanksgiving Point offers world-class experiences that engage, delight and inspire. As an outdoor and indoor farm, garden, museum and educational center with five main venues – Ashton Gardens, Butterfly Biosphere, Farm Country, Museum of Ancient Life and Museum of Natural Curiosity – Thanksgiving Point provides something unforgettable to visitors from near and far alike. Additionally, Thanksgiving Point boasts multiple dining options and event spaces on campus.
Teachers can take advantage of discounts and free museum tickets through Thanksgiving Point to introduce students to art, science and history. In addition to expanding knowledge bases, this experience also gives children an opportunity to form relationships within their community and beyond.
Apple and Barnes & Noble both provide educator discount days as a gesture of their gratitude towards educators. Apple offers special discounted pricing on Mac computers and iPads; Barnes & Noble allows educators to save 20% sitewide; other retailers like Ripley’s Aquarium allow school employees free admission when presenting valid pay stubs and photo ID.
Created with funds from the sale of Word Perfect in 1995, Thanksgiving Point’s founder family wanted to establish an unforgettable destination that would celebrate nature’s beauty and serve as an expression of their thanksgiving. Today, Thanksgiving Point boasts 50 acres of stunning gardens that attract over one million visitors annually; seasonal gardens constantly adapt with each passing season while educational offerings bring science into children’s lives through hands-on experiences that coincide with Utah State Core Curriculum standards.
