Open cluster NGC 6250, globular cluster NGC 6284, and barred spiral galaxy NGC 6684
July 26–August 2, 2012: Open cluster NGC 6250 in Ara offers
small-telescope owners nice views, while large-telescope owners can seek
out globular cluster NGC 6284 in Ophiuchus and barred spiral galaxy NGC 6684 in Pavo.
Published:
July 26, 2012
 This modest open cluster NGC 6250 lies 3.6° southwest of magnitude 3.3 Eta (η) Scorpii in the constellation Ara the Altar. Astronomy: Roen Kelly
Targets for July 26–August 2, 2012
Small telescope: Open cluster NGC 6250
Large telescope: Globular cluster NGC 6284
Large telescope: Barred spiral galaxy NGC 6684 |
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