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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

M82 or NGC 3034, also known as the Cigar Galaxy, is a captivating starburst galaxy located approximately 12 million light-years away in

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July 27, 2023July 27, 2023
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, Nebulas, 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, Nebulas, 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

Messier 20 (NGC 6514) – Trifid Nebula

Messier 20 (NGC 6514)

Messier 20, NGC 6514: Exploring the Trifid Nebula’s Cosmic Tapestry Among the countless wonders scattered throughout the cosmos, Messier 20, also known

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June 23, 2023March 22, 2024
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
Messier, Nebulas, NGC

Messier 27, NGC 6853 – The Dumbbell Nebula

Messier 27, also known as the Dumbbell Nebula, is a breathtaking celestial object located in the constellation Vulpecula. As one of the

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June 20, 2023June 21, 2023
Tom Johnson
Messier (M), New General Catalog (NGC)
asi294MC, Messier, Nebulas, Nexstar8se, NGC

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