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Category: New General Catalog (NGC)

Messier 2 – Globular Cluster

Messier 2

As we gaze up at the night sky, the universe unfolds before our eyes in the form of countless stars, galaxies, and

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September 15, 2023September 15, 2023
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, Cluster, L-Pro, Messier, Nexstar8se, NGC

NGC 6946 – Fireworks Galaxy

NGC 6946 The Fireworks Galaxy

NGC 6946, also known as the Fireworks Galaxy, is a celestial marvel located approximately 22.5 million light-years away from Earth in the

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September 15, 2023September 15, 2023
Tom Johnson
New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, Galaxies, L-Extreme, L-Pro, Nexstar8se, NGC

Messier 52

Messier 52

Messier 52, often abbreviated as M52, also known as NGC 7654 is a stunning open star cluster situated in the constellation Cassiopeia.

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September 12, 2023September 12, 2023
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, Cluster, L-Pro, Messier, Nexstar8se, NGC

Messier 110

Messier 110

Messier 110, also cataloged as NGC 205, is a fascinating astronomical object nestled in the vastness of space. This dwarf elliptical galaxy

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August 31, 2023August 31, 2023
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, Galaxies, L-Pro, Messier, Nexstar8se, NGC

Messier 14 – Globular Cluster

Messier 14

The Messier 14, M14 , or NGC 6402 open cluster, residing in the constellation Ophiuchus, captivates astronomers with its intriguing characteristics. Discovered

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August 18, 2023August 18, 2023
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, Cluster, L-Pro, Messier, Nexstar8se, NGC

M82 – Cigar Galaxy

M82 - Cigar Galaxy

At a Glance Object: M82 – Cigar GalaxyType: Starburst GalaxyConstellation: Ursa MagorDistance: 12 million light yearsCatalog: M82Best Season: Winter M82 or NGC

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July 27, 2023June 20, 2026
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, Galaxies, L-Extreme, Messier, Nexstar8se, NGC

M81 Bode’s Galaxy and the M81 Group

M81 Bode's Galaxy

Messier 81 or NGC 3031, a grand spiral galaxy located in the northern constellation of Ursa Major, is a captivating cosmic entity

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July 26, 2023July 27, 2023
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, Galaxies, L-Pro, Messier, Nexstar8se, NGC, William Optics Z73

NGC 6820 and NGC 6823

NGC 6820 and NGC 6823

NGC 6820 and NGC 6823 are two astronomical wonders are located in the constellation Vulpecula, approximately 6,000 light-years away from Earth, and

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July 17, 2023July 17, 2023
Tom Johnson
New General Catalog (NGC)
Cluster, L-Extreme, Nebulae, NGC, William Optics Z73

The Cygnus Loop

Cygnus Loop

The Cygnus Loop, also known as the Veil Nebula, is a fascinating astronomical object located in the constellation of Cygnus. Within this

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July 10, 2023July 10, 2023
Tom Johnson
New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, L-Extreme, Nebulae, NGC, William Optics Z73

Messier 39: A Stellar Jewel in the Night Sky

Messier 39

Located approximately 800 light-years away in the constellation Cygnus, Messier 39 (NGC 7092) is an open star cluster that enchants both amateur

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June 29, 2023June 30, 2023
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
Cluster, L-Pro, Messier, Nexstar8se, NGC

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