Museum of Natural Curiosity
Thanksgiving Point, Lehi, UT
Large Lehi children’s museum at Thanksgiving Point with Kidopolis, Water Works, Rainforest, Wee Jungle, and all-day hands-on indoor play.
Photo 1 of 2. Indoor play and exhibit area inside the Museum of Natural Curiosity at Thanksgiving Point.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A standout all-weather destination for families who want a full-featured indoor outing with both play value and real museum depth.
Good fit
- Mixed-age siblings who need more than a quick play stop
- Families who enjoy hands-on exhibits as much as physical play
- Repeat local visits supported by memberships and a large footprint
Consider another option if
- Parents looking for a tiny, low-cost neighborhood play studio
- Families who want a quick in-and-out soft-play session
- Visitors who prefer a quieter environment over a busy destination museum
Know Before You Go
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Toddler area
For caregivers
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Destination museum and play outing
Read more about this location
The Museum of Natural Curiosity at Thanksgiving Point is one of the region's strongest indoor family destinations, blending a children's museum with the energy of a giant hands-on play space. Families can move between Kidopolis, Rainforest, Water Works, the Discovery Garden, and Wee Jungle for children ages 3 and under, making it a particularly good choice for mixed-age siblings, repeat visits, and full rainy-day outings.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Accessibility
Mobility
Wheelchair and stroller rentals are available on site.
Sensory Supports
Sensory backpacks are available at admissions on a first-come, first-served basis, and sensory maps are provided.
Accessibility and comfort
Sensory-friendly
Location
3605 N Garden Dr
Lehi, UT, 84048
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Sources & Updates
2 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 9, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 9, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 2 public sources
Public sources
- Museum of Natural Curiosity official pagethanksgivingpoint.org
Checked: address, hours, major exhibit areas, phone, ages
- Thanksgiving Point accessibility pagethanksgivingpoint.org
Checked: sensory supports, wheelchair and stroller rentals
What changed
April 9, 2026
Verified the Lehi address and current hours, clarified the museum's strongest family-use cases, and added accessibility details for sensory supports and stroller or wheelchair rentals.