The variable star Mira, the Owl Cluster (NGC 457), and the Little Spindle Galaxy (NGC 584)

November 14–21, 2013: The variable star Mira in Cetus is an excellent target for naked-eye and binocular observers, the Owl Cluster (NGC 457) in Cassiopeia offers small-telescope owners nice views, and large-telescope owners can seek out the Little Spindle Galaxy (NGC 584) in Cetus.
By | Published: November 14, 2013 | Last updated on May 18, 2023

Cassiopeia
This week’s small-telescope target, the Owl Cluster (NGC 457), lies 2° south-southwest of Delta (δ) Cassiopeiae.
Astronomy: Roen Kelly

Each week, Astronomy magazine Senior Editor Michael E. Bakich, a master at explaining how to observe, posts a podcast about three or more objects or events you can see in the sky.

Targets for November 14–21, 2013

Naked eye: Variable star Mira
Small telescope: The Owl Cluster (NGC 457)
Large telescope: The Little Spindle Galaxy (NGC 584)