The sky on
your birthday.
Supernova 1987a Aftermath
In 1987, a star in one of the Milky Way's satellite galaxies exploded. The Hubble Space Telescope captured this detailed image of the supernova remnants in 1994. The image revealed unusual and unexpected rings, and astronomers are still unsure how they formed.
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Released on your day
Space pictures released on your month and day in other years, or a few days either side. Each one is sharp enough to print as a poster.
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Released on 21 June 2016 NGC 6814: Grand Design Spiral Galaxy from Hubble See it as a poster -
Released on 21 June 2021 The Tadpole Galaxy from Hubble See it as a poster -
Released on 21 June 2018 Hubble illuminates cluster of diverse galaxies See it as a poster -
Released on 21 June 2018 Galaxy cluster Abell S0740 See it as a poster -
Released on 21 June 2010 A fine Hydra spiral See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 21 JUN 1995 falls under Cancer (♋). The sign's window runs from 06-21 through 07-22. Cancer is marked by the Beehive Cluster, M44, a loose family of stars visible to the naked eye on a dark night. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 21 JUN 1995.
Questions about June 21, 1995
What space photo was released on June 21, 1995?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 21, 1995 was "Supernova 1987a Aftermath". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on June 21, 1995?
A last quarter moon, about 41% lit.
What day of the week was June 21, 1995?
June 21, 1995 was a Wednesday, day 172 of the 365 days in 1995.
Is it free?
Yes. Seeing, sharing and downloading the card is free, and there's no account to make.