Explore the Universe with Hubble Messier Catalog

The Messier catalog includes some of the most fascinating astronomical objects that can be observed from Earth's Northern Hemisphere. Among them are deep-sky objects that can be viewed in stunning detail using larger telescopes but are also bright enough to be seen through a small telescope. This characteristic makes Messier objects extremely popular targets for amateur astronomers possessing all levels of experience and equipment. They are so popular, in fact, that they have inspired a special award from the Astronomical League (an organization for amateur astronomers) given to observers who are able to spot each of these objects. Those who succeed receive a certificate and are given the distinction of being in the Messier Club. (Hubble Messier Catalog Facebook Live Program Oct ober, 19, 2017.)
Credit: NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center/Rich Melnick
Erin Kisliuk (TRAX International): Host
Michelle Thaller (NASA/GSFC): Talent
Kevin Hartnett (NASA/GSFC): Talent
Aries Keck (ADNET Systems, Inc.): Associate Producer
Rich Melnick (KBRwyle): Associate Producer
Pat Kennedy (HTSI): Director
Stuart A. Snodgrass (KBRwyle): Technical Director
Rich Melnick (KBRwyle): Video Editor
Michael Randazzo (AIMM): Graphics
Rob Andreoli (AIMM): Audio Technician
John Caldwell (AIMM): Videographer
Claire Saravia (NASA/GSFC): Support
Joy Ng (USRA): Support
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