NamedLight Blog

The Perseids peak this week — the most reliable meteor shower of the year, producing up to 100 meteors an hour at its height. Here's what's actually happening and how to get the best view.

The summer solstice is the longest day of the year — which also makes it the shortest night. Here’s what’s actually happening in the sky, and why it’s still worth looking up.

The Summer Triangle isn't a constellation — it's three stars from three different constellations that happen to form one of the most recognizable patterns in the summer sky. Each one has a story worth knowing.

Stellarium is the best overall, but the right pick depends on what you need. Here are 5 free stargazing apps ranked, with a clear recommendation for every type of user.

Your NamedLight registry page includes everything you need to find your star — right ascension, declination, constellation, and magnitude. Here's how to actually use that data to locate it in the sky.