If you are looking for something fun in a slightly cooler climate this summer, you may want to venture to the Maine Solar System Model. Its a joint science project created by the University of Maine and northern Maine communities.
Built between 1999 and 2003, this model allows you to better understand the distances between planets as you drive around the Maine countryside, starting with a model of the Sun in the north or Pluto about 40 miles to the south. You can also visit the dwarf planet Eris about 55 miles south of Pluto if you want to be adventurous.
This is much better than spotting cows or playing “I see something blue” on those longer car rides. You can learn something new while driving around a beautiful part of America.
Our Awesome Universe 