Building a comprehensive collection of indigenous star knowledge across communities in the US.

There are no official constellations of Indigenous tribal origin recognized by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) or NASA. The 88 official constellations in modern astronomy are largely based on Greek and Roman cultures.

Native Stargazer is dedicated to building a comprehensive astronomical knowledge passed down from generation to generation by Native American, Hawaiian, and the Alaskan communities.

Explore the art and star knowledge of indigenous communities.

"May the stars carry your sadness away, May the flowers fill your heart with beauty, May hope forever wipe away your tears, And, above all, may silence make you strong." - Chief Dan George, Tsleil-Waututh Nation

"The stars are the eyes of heaven." The stars secretly observe all.” - Hawaiian Proverb Bishop Museum

“Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.” - Eskimo Proverb