NGC 4564


NGC 4564 is an elliptical galaxy located about 57 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo. NGC 4564 was discovered by astronomer William Herschel on March 15, 1784. The galaxy is also a member of the Virgo Cluster.

SN1961H

On May 2, 1961, a Type Ia supernova designated as SN1961H was discovered in NGC 4564.

Supermassive Black Hole

NGC 4564 is the host of a supermassive black hole with an estimated mass of about 56 million suns.

Globular Clusters

NGC 4564 has an estimated population of 213 ± 31 globular clusters.