The sky on
your birthday.
Working in Space
Astronaut Steven L. Smith is shown here retrieving a power tool during a mission to service the Hubble Space Telescope. Space missions often involve complex and demanding work to maintain valuable equipment. This image, taken in December 1999, highlights the challenges and dedication of astronauts working in orbit high above Earth.
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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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The Earth on your day The Earth on 29 May 2001 · Colorado Plateau See it as a poster -
Released on 29 May 2008 Fish Eye View of Horizon and Lander See it as a poster -
Released on 29 May 2021 Lunar Dust and Duct Tape See it as a poster -
Released on 29 May 2023 Giant cosmic networks See it as a poster -
Released on 29 May 2008 Dance of the Light Echoes See it as a poster -
Released on 29 May 2013 The globular star cluster NGC 6752 See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 29 MAY 2001 falls under Gemini (♊). The sign's window runs from 05-21 through 06-20. Gemini is named for the twin stars Castor and Pollux, both bright enough to spot without a telescope. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 29 MAY 2001.
Questions about May 29, 2001
What space photo was released on May 29, 2001?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 29, 2001 was "Working in Space". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on May 29, 2001?
A first quarter moon, about 43% lit.
What day of the week was May 29, 2001?
May 29, 2001 was a Tuesday, day 149 of the 365 days in 2001.
What did the Sun and the Earth look like on May 29, 2001?
NASA's Terra satellite photographed the whole Earth that day. It's on this page, next to the card.
Is it free?
Yes. Seeing, sharing and downloading the card is free, and there's no account to make.