The sky on
your birthday.
Andromeda Nebula: Var!
In the 1920s, Edwin Hubble used photographic plates from the Mt. Wilson Observatory's 100-inch telescope to measure the distance to the Andromeda Nebula. His work proved that other galaxies exist beyond the Milky Way. On this plate, you can see Hubble's notations as he searched for novae, stars that suddenly increase in brightness.
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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 6 April 2015 The crammed centre of Messier 22 See it as a poster -
Released on 6 April 2015 NGC 3293: A Bright Young Star Cluster See it as a poster -
Released on 6 April 2014 Fresh Tiger Stripes on Saturn's Enceladus See it as a poster -
Released on 6 April 2023 Wider view of the Uranian system See it as a poster -
Released on 6 April 2020 Rings Upon Rings See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 6 APR 1996 falls under Aries (♈). The sign's window runs from 03-21 through 04-19. Aries is the constellation traditionally tied to spring's arrival in the northern hemisphere. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 6 APR 1996.
Questions about April 6, 1996
What space photo was released on April 6, 1996?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 6, 1996 was "Andromeda Nebula: Var!". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on April 6, 1996?
A waning gibbous moon, about 91% lit.
What day of the week was April 6, 1996?
April 6, 1996 was a Saturday, day 97 of the 366 days in 1996.
Is it free?
Yes. Seeing, sharing and downloading the card is free, and there's no account to make.