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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.

The library includes imagery from diverse sources: telescopes like Hubble and Webb that capture deep-space nebulae, galaxies, and exoplanets; planetary missions like the Mars rovers ( browse Mars photos) and Cassini at Saturn; Earth observation satellites ( see EPIC imagery); astronaut photography from the ISS; and documentation of rocket launches, spacecraft assembly, and ground testing. Most NASA images are in the public domain and free to download at full resolution for educational, editorial, and personal use.

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: U.S. Space and Rocket Center
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Jun 16, 2015

U.S. Space and Rocket Center

VIEW OF THE U.S. SPACE AND ROCKET CENTER, LOOKING WEST, FROM THE ROOF OF THE MARRIOTT HOTEL.

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NASA image: U.S. and Japan Sign Agreement on Peaceful Exploration of Space
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Jan 13, 2023

U.S. and Japan Sign Agreement on Peaceful Exploration of Space

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson and Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy welcomed Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida Fumio,...

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NASA image: 50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy
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Jan 20, 2011

50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy

U.S. Vice President Joe Biden speaks during an event recognizing the 50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F....

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NASA image: U.S. Captiol Building
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Jun 23, 2008

U.S. Captiol Building

The U.S. Capitol Building is seen late in the evening from Pennsylvania Avenue on Tuesday, June 24, 2008,...

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NASA image: 50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy
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Jan 20, 2011

50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy

Caroline Kennedy is welcomed the podium by U.S. Vice President Joe Biden and other dignitaries before speaking at an...

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NASA image: 50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy
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Jan 20, 2011

50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy

Caroline Kennedy, center, is recognized by U.S. Vice President Joe Biden, left, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid...

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NASA image: 50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy
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Jan 20, 2011

50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy

Caroline Kennedy speaks at an event recognizing the 50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy as...

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NASA image: Viking Lander 1 U.S. Flag on Mars Surface
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Feb 28, 1997

Viking Lander 1 U.S. Flag on Mars Surface

Viking Lander 1 U.S. Flag on Mars Surface

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NASA image: 50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy
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Jan 20, 2011

50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy

Caroline Kennedy speaks at an event recognizing the 50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy as...

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NASA image: U.Sl Space and Rocket Center
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Jun 16, 2015

U.Sl Space and Rocket Center

VIEW OF THE U.S. SPACE AND ROCKET CENTER, LOOKING WEST, FROM THE ROOF OF THE MARRIOTT HOTEL

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NASA image: Morhard Sworn In As NASA Deputy Administrator
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Oct 17, 2018

Morhard Sworn In As NASA Deputy Administrator

Jim Morhard, left, shakes hands with NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine after being sworn in as the 14th NASA Deputy...

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NASA image: Morhard Sworn In As NASA Deputy Administrator
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Oct 17, 2018

Morhard Sworn In As NASA Deputy Administrator

Jim Morhard, left, shakes hands with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., after being sworn in as the 14th...

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NASA image: Morhard Sworn In As NASA Deputy Administrator
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Oct 17, 2018

Morhard Sworn In As NASA Deputy Administrator

Jim Morhard, left, speaks to those gathered after being sworn in as the 14th NASA Deputy Administrator by Senate...

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NASA image: Morhard Sworn In As NASA Deputy Administrator
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Oct 17, 2018

Morhard Sworn In As NASA Deputy Administrator

Jim Morhard, right, shakes hands with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., before being sworn in as the...

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NASA image: 50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy
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Jan 20, 2011

50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy

Caroline Kennedy speaks at an event recognizing the 50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy as...

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NASA image: Morhard Sworn In As NASA Deputy Administrator
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Oct 17, 2018

Morhard Sworn In As NASA Deputy Administrator

Jim Morhard, left, speaks after being sworn in as the 14th NASA Deputy Administrator as Senate Majority Leader Mitch...

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NASA image: Artemis II Astronauts Participate in Moon Tree Dedication Ceremo
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Jun 4, 2024

Artemis II Astronauts Participate in Moon Tree Dedication Ceremo

U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright (D-PA) provides remarks at a Moon tree dedication ceremony, Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at the...

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NASA image: Artemis II Astronauts Participate in Moon Tree Dedication Ceremo
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Jun 4, 2024

Artemis II Astronauts Participate in Moon Tree Dedication Ceremo

U.S. Rep. Frank Lucas (R-OK) provides remarks at a Moon tree dedication ceremony, Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at the...

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NASA image: Artemis II Astronauts Participate in Moon Tree Dedication Ceremo
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Jun 4, 2024

Artemis II Astronauts Participate in Moon Tree Dedication Ceremo

U.S. Rep. Frank Lucas (R-OK) provides remarks at a Moon tree dedication ceremony, Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at the...

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NASA image: Cold Front Cools the Eastern U.S.
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Dec 8, 2017

Cold Front Cools the Eastern U.S.

Summertime heat and humidity in the U.S. East Coast is on hold for a couple of days thanks to a cold front and that...

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NASA image: 2017 Exploration Rover Challenge event.
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Mar 3, 2017

2017 Exploration Rover Challenge event.

2017 Exploration Rover Challenge events at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. High school and...

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NASA image: 2017 Exploration Rover Challenge event.
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Mar 3, 2017

2017 Exploration Rover Challenge event.

2017 Exploration Rover Challenge events at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. High school and...

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NASA image: 2017 Exploration Rover Challenge event.
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Mar 3, 2017

2017 Exploration Rover Challenge event.

2017 Exploration Rover Challenge events at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. High school and...

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NASA image: 2017 Exploration Rover Challenge event.
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Mar 3, 2017

2017 Exploration Rover Challenge event.

2017 Exploration Rover Challenge events at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. High school and...

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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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