How to find NGC0189 using Cassiopeia

This guide uses bright stars first, then narrows the field for a telescope or binocular finder. Use Cassiopeia as the main sky landmark.

Follow the route from one recognizable star to the next until you reach NGC0189.

NGC0189 is 39° above the horizon toward the northwest.

Begin with Cassiopeia, then follow the reference stars toward NGC0189.

Cassiopeia

Recognize the characteristic star pattern of Cassiopeia before following the route.

Identify Cih in or near Cassiopeia; the chart shows its position relative to the guide.

From Cih, move about 2.1° toward the west until you reach NGC0189. This is the target field.