NGC 6674 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 60 million light-years away in the constellation Phoenix. It was discovered by the astronomer John Herschel in 1834 and is classified as a type SBc galaxy, indicating its spiral structure with a prominent bar. The galaxy has an apparent magnitude of about 13.5, making it faint and challenging to observe without a telescope. NGC 6674 is part of a group of galaxies and exhibits features typical of spiral galaxies, including well-defined arms and a central bulge, which contribute to its overall structure and appearance.