The NGC 247 group is a collection of galaxies located in the constellation Cetus. It includes several notable members, such as NGC 247, a spiral galaxy, and NGC 253, a prominent starburst galaxy. This group is part of the larger Sculptor group and is situated about 11 million light-years from Earth. The galaxies in the NGC 247 group are relatively close to each other, allowing astronomers to study their interactions and evolution. These galaxies exhibit various characteristics, including different shapes and star formation rates, making them valuable for understanding galaxy formation and dynamics in the universe.