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Further Distractions Wheeler Historic Farm This historic dairy farm is still run with manual labour and animals, just as it was in the 1890s. Tours of the farmhouse take place every half an hour and demonstrations of period farming techniques take place in summer. Visitors can help with the duties, such as gathering eggs or milking the cows. Depending on the season, there are also wagon or sleigh rides and country dances. 6351 South 900 East Tel: (801) 264 2241. Website: www.wheelerfarm.com Transport: Bus 33 or 83. Opening hours: Mon-Sat 0930-1700; tours 1000-1600 on the hour. Admission: free; US$1.50 (rides and activities). Marmalade District A triangle of historic homes, built by settlers in the late 19th century, lies just west of the State Capitol. The district and many of its streets are named for the fruit-bearing trees planted by the early residents. There are no specific houses open to the public but the area makes for a pleasant stroll. Bounded by 300 North Street (south), 500 North Street (north), Center Street (west) and Quince Street (east). Transport: TRAX to City Center, then bus 23. Thanksgiving Point Institute Located 44 km (28 miles) south of the city, the 283-hectare (700-acre) Thanksgiving Point features the largest botanical garden in North America, surrounded by an award-winning golf course. There is also a discovery garden and farm country animal park for children. Adjacent to the Institute is the North American Museum of Ancient Life, the world’s largest dinosaur museum, with hundreds of fossils of prehistoric creatures, ranging from prehistoric insects to flying reptiles. The Grand Exhibit Hall contains 60 dinosaur skeleton displays, including a 34-metre (110-foot) long Supersaurus. The six-storey Mammoth Screen Theater shows spectacular natural history and science films. 2929-3003 North Thanksgiving Way, Lehi Tel: (801) 768 2300 or (888) 672 6040 (toll free). E-mail: marketing@thanksgivingpoint.com Website: www.thanksgivingpoint.com Transport: By car, 20 minutes south of Salt Lake City on I-15, exit 287 west. Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-2100, Sat 0900-2200. Admission: Free (various areas require separate day passes); US23 (discovery pass allowing access to the museum, theatre, gardens and farm; valid for one year). North American Museum of Ancient Life Tel: (801) 766 5000 (museum). Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-2100, Sat 0900-2200. Admission: US$9 (exhibits); US$7 (movie); US$14 (combination pass); concessions available. Thanksgiving Garden Opening hours: Mon-Sat 0900-2000 (Apr-Oct). Admission: US$8. Fox Family Farm Tel: (801) 768 4951 (booking). Opening hours: Mon-Sat 0900-2000. Admission: US$2.50 (includes a pony or wagon ride). |