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  1. Messier object - Wikipedia

    The Messier objects are a set of 110 astronomical objects catalogued by the French astronomer Charles Messier in his Catalogue des Nébuleuses et des Amas d'Étoiles [fr] (Catalogue of …

  2. Hubble's Messier Catalog - NASA Science

    Dec 8, 2025 · Charles Messier (1730–1817) was a French astronomer best known for his "Catalog of Nebulae and Star Clusters." An avid comet-hunter, Messier compiled a catalog of …

  3. Messier Catalog of Deep Sky Objects - Messier Objects on Sea …

    Images and detailed information about the 100 deep sky objects known as Messier objects. The Messier catalog, or Messier album, was created by French astronomer Charles Messier and …

  4. Charles Messier | Comet Discoverer, Deep-Sky Objects

    Charles Messier (born June 26, 1730, Badonviller, France—died April 12, 1817, Paris) was a French astronomer who was the first to compile a systematic catalog of nebulae and star …

  5. Messier Catalogue complete object list | BBC Sky at Night Magazine

    Jul 23, 2025 · The complete Messier Catalogue, including images, magnitudes and coordinates to find each object in the night sky.

  6. Messier objects are fuzzy patches in the night sky - EarthSky

    Dec 8, 2024 · Bottom line: Messier objects are a list of 110 star clusters, nebulae and galaxies, compiled by comet-hunter Charles Messier in the 1700s.

  7. Messier Catalogue: List of 110 Messier Objects (With Images) | Messier

    Messier’s catalogue includes a varied mix of astronomical objects, from planetary nebulae and H II regions to galaxies and star clusters. Unlike Caldwell objects, which are listed from the …

  8. What Is Messier - Cosmic Quest Hub

    Sep 18, 2024 · Discover what Messier objects are and explore the fascinating world of deep-sky astronomy. This guide explains the Messier catalog, its historical significance, and highlights …

  9. Messier ObjectsConstellation Guide

    Messier objects are a group of deep sky objects catalogued by the French astronomer and comet-hunter Charles Messier in the late 18th century.

  10. Messier-Objects | A complete list of the Messier Objects

    The Messier objects are a set of 110 astronomical objects cataloged by the French astronomer Charles Messier. They include galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters.