The Tulip Nebula (entry 101 in the Sharpless Catalog) is an emission nebula in
the constellation Cygnus. It lies 6,000-8,000 light years from earth.

Image data:
Camera: SBIG STL-11000
Telescope: Hyperion 12.5"
Exposure: 2 1/2 hours (30 minutes x 5) through a 5nm hydrogen alpha filter