Mamajek 1 is an open cluster 327 light-years away, in Chamaeleon: a family of stars born together that still travel together.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | eta Chamaeleontis, MWSC 1535, OCSN 215 |
| Type | Open cluster |
| Distance | 327 light-years |
| Radius | 16 light-years |
| Constellation | Chamaeleon |
| Position (J2000) | RA 131.1322°, Dec -78.9117° |
The light you see left 327 years ago, around 1700. Its stars were born together and still move together through the Milky Way's disc.
In galaxy mode, search for it on the map or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there. The cluster is drawn at its catalogued place and size; its individual stars are illustrative.