The Perseid Meteor Shower Reaches Peak Viewing on Wednesday Night The annual Perseid meteor shower is one of the most spectacular celestial events in the Northern Hemisphere.
As Earth passes through trails of debris left behind by Comet 109P/Swift Tuttle, we're reminded of our planet's place within a vast and mysterious universe.
A History of Wonder The Perseid meteor shower has captivated humans for over two thousand years, with observations dating back to ancient civilizations.