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NASA's Image and Video Library: A Visual Archive of Space Exploration

NASA's Image and Video Library is one of the most comprehensive public archives of space imagery in the world, containing over 140,000 images, videos, and audio recordings spanning more than six decades of space exploration. From the earliest Mercury and Gemini missions through the Apollo Moon landings, the Space Shuttle era, and today's cutting-edge observations from the James Webb Space Telescope, this collection documents humanity's journey into the cosmos.

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Use the search bar above to find specific subjects — try queries like "Apollo 11," "Hubble Deep Field," "Mars surface," or "astronaut EVA." You can also filter by media type (image, video, or audio). For a daily curated experience, visit the Astronomy Picture of the Day.

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NASA image: JWST Full-Scale Model on Display in Germany
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Dec 8, 2017

JWST Full-Scale Model on Display in Germany

JWST Full-Scale Model on Display. A full-scale model of the James Webb Space Telescope was built by the prime...

GSFC
NASA image: JWST Full-Scale Model on Display in Germany
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Dec 8, 2017

JWST Full-Scale Model on Display in Germany

JWST Full-Scale Model on Display. A full-scale model of the James Webb Space Telescope was built by the prime...

GSFC
NASA image: .059 SCALE MODEL OF APOLLO LAUNCH ESCAPE SYSTEM
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Oct 8, 1964

.059 SCALE MODEL OF APOLLO LAUNCH ESCAPE SYSTEM

.059 SCALE MODEL OF APOLLO LAUNCH ESCAPE SYSTEM

GRC
NASA image: JWST Full-Scale Model on Display at GSFC
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Dec 8, 2017

JWST Full-Scale Model on Display at GSFC

JWST Full-Scale Model on Display. A full-scale model of the James Webb Space Telescope was built by the prime...

GSFC
NASA image: Dyna-Soar Model In Full Scale Tunnel
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Dec 20, 1960

Dyna-Soar Model In Full Scale Tunnel

Dyna-Soar Model In Full Scale Tunnel

LARC
NASA image: 1/10th Scale Model X-15
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Jul 8, 1958

1/10th Scale Model X-15

A 1/10th Scale Model of the X-15 research plane is prepared in Langley's 7 x 10 Foot Wind Tunnel for studies...

LRC
NASA image: JWST Full-Scale Model on Display in Orlando
Image
Dec 8, 2017

JWST Full-Scale Model on Display in Orlando

JWST Full-Scale Model on Display. A full-scale model of the James Webb Space Telescope was built by the prime...

GSFC
NASA image: JWST Full-Scale Model on Display at Goddard Space Flight Center
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Dec 8, 2017

JWST Full-Scale Model on Display at Goddard Space Flight Center

JWST Full-Scale Model on Display. A full-scale model of the James Webb Space Telescope was built by the prime...

GSFC
NASA image: 1/50 Scale Model Of The 80x120 Foot Wind Tunnel Model (NFAC) In The Test Section Of The 40x80 Wind Tunnel.
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Jun 27, 1996

1/50 Scale Model Of The 80x120 Foot Wind Tunnel Model (NFAC) In The Test Section Of The 40x80 Wind Tunnel.

(03/12/1976) 1/50 scale model of the 80x120 foot wind tunnel model (NFAC) in the test section of the 40x80 wind...

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NASA image: A76-0634. 1/50 Scale Model Of The 80X120 Foot Wind Tunnel Model (Nfac) In The Test Section Of The 40X80 Foot Wind Tunnel.
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Jun 27, 1996

A76-0634. 1/50 Scale Model Of The 80X120 Foot Wind Tunnel Model (Nfac) In The Test Section Of The 40X80 Foot Wind Tunnel.

(03/12/1976) 1/50 scale model of the 80x120 foot wind tunnel model (NFAC) in the test section of the 40x80 foot wind...

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NASA image: 1/50 Scale Model Of The 80X120 Foot Wind Tunnel Model (NFAC) In The Test Section Of The 40X80 Wind Tunnel At Nasa Ames.
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Mar 12, 1976

1/50 Scale Model Of The 80X120 Foot Wind Tunnel Model (NFAC) In The Test Section Of The 40X80 Wind Tunnel At Nasa Ames.

(03/12/1976) Overhead view of 1/50 scale model of the 80x120 foot wind tunnel model (NFAC) in the test section of...

ARC
NASA image: Vertical model flying in LaRC Full Scale Tunnel
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Jun 21, 1957

Vertical model flying in LaRC Full Scale Tunnel

Vertical model flying in Langley Research Center's Full Scale Tunnel.

LRC
NASA image: Vertical model flying in LaRC Full Scale Tunnel
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Jun 21, 1957

Vertical model flying in LaRC Full Scale Tunnel

Vertical model flying in Langley Research Center's Full Scale Tunnel.

LRC
NASA image: Vertical model flying in LaRC Full Scale Tunnel
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Jun 21, 1957

Vertical model flying in LaRC Full Scale Tunnel

Vertical model flying in Langley Research Center's Full Scale Tunnel.

LRC
NASA image: Installation of 1/3 scale model of Space Shuttle Orbiter into 40x80 Foot Wind Tunnel.
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Jul 14, 1995

Installation of 1/3 scale model of Space Shuttle Orbiter into 40x80 Foot Wind Tunnel.

Installation of 1/3 scale model of space shuttle orbiter into the test section of the Ames 40x80 foot wind tunnel...

ARC
NASA image: Lunar Excursion Model in Full Scale Wind Tunnel.  Apollo Project. Bell Lunar Landing Training Vehicle (LLTV)
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Jan 16, 1969

Lunar Excursion Model in Full Scale Wind Tunnel. Apollo Project. Bell Lunar Landing Training Vehicle (LLTV)

Concept model of the Lunar Excursion Module tested in the Full-Scale wind tunnel. -- Published in James R. Hansen,...

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NASA image: Lunar Excursion Model in Full Scale Wind Tunnel.  Apollo Project. Bell Lunar Landing Training Vehicle (LLTV)
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Jan 16, 1969

Lunar Excursion Model in Full Scale Wind Tunnel. Apollo Project. Bell Lunar Landing Training Vehicle (LLTV)

Concept model of the Lunar Excursion Module tested in the Full-Scale wind tunnel. -- Published in James R. Hansen,...

LRC
NASA image: Scale Model of 9x6 Thermal Structures Tunnel
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Jul 19, 1960

Scale Model of 9x6 Thermal Structures Tunnel

Scale Model of 9x6 Thermal Structures Tunnel: Image L-7256.01 is a Drawing Figure 12 in NASA Document L-1265. The...

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NASA image: Hypersonic Glider Model in Full Scale Tunnel 1957
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Sep 7, 1957

Hypersonic Glider Model in Full Scale Tunnel 1957

L57-1439 A model based on Langley s concept of a hypersonic glider was test flown on an umbilical cord inside the...

LRC
NASA image: Michael Suffredini Portrait
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Jan 14, 2011

Michael Suffredini Portrait

Michael Suffredini, Manager, International Space Station (ISS) Program, is seen with a scale model of the...

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NASA image: 1001876
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Nov 18, 2010

1001876

Project 8019 Vertical Ares Scale Model Acoustic Test (ASMAT) Ignition Over Pressure (IOP) Test #3, 11/18/2010...

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NASA image: 1001875
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Nov 18, 2010

1001875

Project 8019 Vertical Ares Scale Model Acoustic Test (ASMAT) Ignition Over Pressure (IOP) Test #3, 11/18/2010...

MSFC
NASA image: Michael Suffredini Portrait
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Jan 14, 2011

Michael Suffredini Portrait

Michael Suffredini, Manager, International Space Station (ISS) Program, is seen, Friday, Jan. 14, 2011, with a scale...

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NASA image: 5.75% Scale Boeing BWB-0009G Model in NASA Langley 14x22 Foot Tu
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Jul 23, 2014

5.75% Scale Boeing BWB-0009G Model in NASA Langley 14x22 Foot Tu

5.75% Scale Boeing BWB-0009G Model in NASA Langley 14x22 Foot Tunnel: Low speed aerodynamics test of BWB model with...

LRC
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Frequently Asked Questions About NASA Images

Are NASA images free to use?+
Yes, most NASA images are in the public domain and are free to use for educational, informational, and personal purposes. NASA's media usage guidelines state that NASA material is not copyrighted unless otherwise noted. However, the NASA logo and certain insignia are protected. Some images may include identifiable individuals or third-party content that requires additional permissions. Always check the specific image's usage rights and credit NASA as the source.
How many images does NASA have?+
NASA's Image and Video Library contains over 140,000 publicly accessible images, videos, and audio files spanning the agency's entire history, from the Mercury program of the 1960s to the latest James Webb Space Telescope discoveries. The collection grows daily as new missions capture imagery and archival materials are digitized. Individual mission archives, such as Mars rover photos, contain hundreds of thousands of additional images.
Can I download NASA images?+
Yes, you can download NASA images in multiple resolutions directly from this gallery. Each image detail page provides download links for original (full resolution), large (1920px), medium (960px), small (480px), and thumbnail sizes. NASA encourages the public to use these images for education, media, and personal projects. High-resolution originals are ideal for printing and professional use.

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