From blurry light to a galaxy of stars. In 1899, Isaac Roberts captured what he called the “Great Andromeda Nebula.” At the time, it was believed to be just a cloud of gas within our own galaxy. Years later, it was revealed to be something far more astonishing — the Andromeda Galaxy, a vast island of stars 2.5 million light-years away. What was once a mystery in the lens became a milestone in our understanding of the universe. #Andromeda #Galaxy #Astrophotography #SpaceHistory #Nebula #Universe

114 Years of Stargazing: Orion Nebula Then & Now 🌌🔭 From a 1901 image by George Ritchey at Yerkes Observatory using a 24-inch reflector, to today's crystal-clear views — the Orion Nebula has been captivating astronomers for over a century. A stunning glimpse into how far our view of the cosmos has come. #OrionNebula #AstronomyHistory #Stars #Galaxy #Universe #Astrophotography