What is the hubble telescope?

The Hubble Space Telescope helps scientists understand how planets and galaxies form. The Hubble Space Telescope helps scientists understand the universe and how planets, stars and galaxies form. read more

The Hubble Space Telescope (HST) is a space telescope that was launched into low Earth orbit in 1990 and remains in operation. Although not the first space telescope, Hubble is one of the largest and most versatile, and is well known as both a vital research tool and a public relations boon for astronomy. read more

Below we explore the history of the telescope and its discoveries, plus Hubble facts and links to some of the orbiting observatory's best pictures. First, we take a look at an iconic photo. This Hubble picture is widely recognized; it is the view of the so-called Pillars of Creation within the Eagle Nebula. read more