NGC 281 - The Packman Nebula - Astrophotography and Sketching https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ngc-281-the-packman-nebula/ Talk about all things astronomy, local events and gatherings. You have questions, we will help you find the answer. en-US Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:44:10 +0000 wpForo 60 NGC 281 - The Packman Nebula https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ngc-281-the-packman-nebula/#post-423 Wed, 04 Nov 2026 19:59:47 +0000 NGC 281, IC 11 or Sh2-184 is a bright emission nebula and part of an H II region in the northern constellation of Cassiopeia and is part of the Milky Way's Perseus Spiral Arm. This 20×30 arcmin sized nebulosity is also associated with open cluster IC 1590, several Bok globules and the multiple star, B 1.

Taken on 3 Nov 2026 from Rockwood, TX AKA Starfront Observatory. 1235 subs were processed in the Seestar app.

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