NGC 1976 is an open cluster 1,308 light-years away, in Orion: a family of stars born together that still travel together.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | Trapezium, Ori Trapezium, Trapezium-FG |
| Type | Open cluster |
| Distance | 1,308 light-years |
| Radius | 4 light-years |
| Constellation | Orion |
| Position (J2000) | RA 83.8211°, Dec -5.3925° |
The light you see left 1,308 years ago, around AD 720. 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.