The sky on
your birthday.
Barringer Crater on Earth
Forty-nine thousand years ago, a meteor struck Arizona, creating the Barringer Crater. This impact site is over a kilometer across and was the first feature on Earth recognized as an impact crater. Today, we know of over a hundred such craters on our planet. It is a stark reminder of the forces at play in our Solar System.
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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 17 November 2009 Around the nova V445 Puppis See it as a poster -
Released on 17 November 1999 The Crab Nebula in Taurus See it as a poster -
Released on 17 November 2025 Finding star clusters in the Lost Galaxy See it as a poster -
Released on 17 November 2020 A Glowing STEVE and the Milky Way See it as a poster -
Released on 17 November 2021 Twin Rover Twins See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 17 NOV 1997 falls under Scorpio (♏). The sign's window runs from 10-23 through 11-21. Scorpio is marked by Antares, a red supergiant the size of Mars's orbit. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 17 NOV 1997.
Questions about November 17, 1997
What space photo was released on November 17, 1997?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 17, 1997 was "Barringer Crater on Earth". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on November 17, 1997?
A waning gibbous moon, about 94% lit.
What day of the week was November 17, 1997?
November 17, 1997 was a Monday, day 321 of the 365 days in 1997.
Was there a meteor shower on November 17, 1997?
Yes: the Leonid shower, peak tonight.
Is it free?
Yes. Seeing, sharing and downloading the card is free, and there's no account to make.