The Targets
Welcome to the deep sky. This is your gateway to the universe beyond our Solar System — a growing collection of nebulae, galaxies, star clusters, and other celestial wonders visible from Earth. Whether you’re exploring the night sky for the first time or planning your next astrophotography session, this collection is designed to help you discover what’s out there and where to find it.
Browse by catalog, constellation, or object type to explore the sky in different ways. You’ll find famous showpieces alongside lesser-known hidden gems scattered across the Milky Way and beyond. The universe is enormous — this is your map to navigating it.
Messier Catalog
One of the most famous astronomical catalogs, it is a collection of 110 objects first listed by Charles Messier in the 1700s on a quest for comets.
Caldwell Catalog
Assembled by Sir Patrick Caldwell-Moore, this 109 object catalog was designed to be both a compliment and an extension to Messie's list.
NGC Catalog
The New General Catalog is the largest and most widely used catalog of deep sky objects. It contains over 7,800 galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters.
Galaxies
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Messier Catalog
One of the most famous astronomical catalogs, it is a collection of 110 deep sky objects first listed by Charles Messier in the 1700s on a quest for comets.
Messier Catalog
One of the most famous astronomical catalogs, it is a collection of 110 deep sky objects first listed by Charles Messier in the 1700s on a quest for comets.
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Featured Missions & Projects
Horsehead Nebula
Status:
Launch Scheduled
Launch Window:
June 2025
Mission Summary :
The Cosmic Dust Analyzer is a small satellite designed to…
HelioWatch Solar Observatory
Status:
Active
Launch Date:
October 2024
Mission Summary :
Positioned at L1, HelioWatch tracks solar flares with a 0.1-arcsecond…
Exploring the Edge of the…
Status:
Active
Launch Date:
March 18, 2025
Mission Summary :
magnetic fields, and the influence of the Sun far beyond…
Europa Ice Drill Probe
Status:
In Development
Estimated Launch:
Early 2026
Mission Summary :
The Europa Ice Drill Probe project was developed to penetrate…
Titan Balloon Explorer
Status:
In Development
Estimated Launch:
October 2027
Mission Summary :
Titan Balloon Explorer was conceptualized as an aerial observatory for…
Mars Rover Pathfinder X
Status:
In Development
Launch Date:
Early 2026
Mission Summary :
Advanced terrain-mapping rover built for Martian exploration.
Welcome to the Deep Sky
This is your gateway to the universe beyond our Solar System — a growing catalog of nebulae, galaxies, star clusters, and other celestial wonders visible from Earth. From glowing stellar nurseries thousands of light-years away to massive galaxies containing trillions of stars, every target on this site has been chosen for its beauty, scientific significance, or visual impact through a telescope and camera. Whether you’re exploring the night sky for the first time or planning your next astrophotography session, this collection is designed to help you discover what’s out there and where to find it.
Browse by catalog, constellation, season, or object type to explore the sky in different ways. You’ll find famous showpieces like the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy alongside lesser-known hidden gems scattered across the Milky Way and beyond. Each target page includes images, background information, observing details, and astrophotography data captured from Hawai‘i under some of the darkest skies on Earth. The universe is enormous — this is your map to navigating it.
Messier Catalog
NGC Catalog
Caldwell Catalog
FLIGHT OVERVIEW
The Flight What to expect onboard
SPACLY
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