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Autism-Friendly Things to Do in Provo & Orem, Utah

A sensory-friendly outing is one adjusted so an autistic child can take part comfortably. Utah County offers hands-on museums, a special-needs storytime, and adaptive recreation.

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Museum of Natural Curiosity at Thanksgiving Point

Children's museum

A large hands-on children's museum in Lehi offering free sensory backpacks for guests with autism, plus wide pathways, ramps, and elevators.

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Provo City Library - Special Needs Storytime

Library program

Provo City Library hosts a Special Needs Storytime for children ages 3 to 5 with an emphasis on autism, featuring low sound and soft lighting.

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Orem Recreation - Adaptive Sports & Tumbling

Adaptive recreation

The Orem Fitness Center runs adaptive sports including adaptive tumbling for kids with intellectual disabilities and special needs to build motor skills.

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National Ability Center

Adaptive recreation

About 45 minutes away in Park City, offering year-round adaptive recreation such as skiing, cycling, climbing, and horseback riding for people on the autism spectrum.

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