Mercury Up Close
Mercury, the smallest planet in our solar system, races around the Sun in just 88 days, a swift journey captured in our scale model across Dallas-Fort Worth.
Quick Facts
Swift Orbit
Did You Know?
Surface Details
Mercury Model
Solar Placement
Mercury sits closest to our sun model, capturing its swift orbit in the DFW scale setup.
Educational Impact
Visitors learn about Mercury’s extreme temperatures and its role in our solar system.
Community Reach
Local schools and groups use the Mercury model for hands-on astronomy lessons.
Educational Impact
Plans include adding augmented reality features to deepen visitor connection with Mercury.
Mercury Close-up
A detailed look at Mercury’s rocky surface in our DFW scale model.
