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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: Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS
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Feb 26, 2020

Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS

Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS

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NASA image: Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS
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Feb 26, 2020

Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS

Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS

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NASA image: Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS
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Feb 26, 2020

Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS

Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS

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NASA image: Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS
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Feb 26, 2020

Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS

Photovoltaic Investigation on the Lunar Surface – PILS

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NASA image: Research Technology
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Nov 10, 1999

Research Technology

Concept of a vehicle journeys from Earth to Mars propelled by thrusters powered by electricity from photovoltaic...

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NASA image: With a laser beam centered on its panel of photovoltaic cells, a model plane makes the first flight of an aircraft powered by a laser beam inside a building at NASA Marshall.
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Sep 18, 2003

With a laser beam centered on its panel of photovoltaic cells, a model plane makes the first flight of an aircraft powered by a laser beam inside a building at NASA Marshall.

With a laser beam centered on its panel of photovoltaic cells, a lightweight model plane makes the first flight of...

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NASA image: Perovskite-based Photovoltaics: A New Pathway to Ultra-Low-Cost Space Power
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Aug 29, 2018

Perovskite-based Photovoltaics: A New Pathway to Ultra-Low-Cost Space Power

NASA Glenn researcher Tim Peshek shows off a new type of ultrathin solar cell, known as a ‘perovskite’ because of...

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NASA image: Perovskite-based Photovoltaics: A New Pathway to Ultra-Low-Cost Space Power
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Aug 29, 2018

Perovskite-based Photovoltaics: A New Pathway to Ultra-Low-Cost Space Power

NASA Glenn researcher Tim Peshek shows off a new type of ultrathin solar cell, known as a ‘perovskite’ because of...

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NASA image: Perovskite-based Photovoltaics: A New Pathway to Ultra-Low-Cost Space Power
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Aug 29, 2018

Perovskite-based Photovoltaics: A New Pathway to Ultra-Low-Cost Space Power

NASA Glenn researcher Tim Peshek shows off a new type of ultrathin solar cell, known as a ‘perovskite’ because of...

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NASA image: GRC-2011-C-00363
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Feb 7, 2007

GRC-2011-C-00363

Photovoltaic Hardware - Prototype Organic Solar Cell Module

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NASA image: NASA Photovoltaic Village Project in Arizona
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Nov 23, 1978

NASA Photovoltaic Village Project in Arizona

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Lewis Research Center. NASA signed an agreement with the Papago...

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NASA image: Approaching Tisdale 2 Rock on Rim of Endeavour Crater, Sol 2690
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Sep 1, 2011

Approaching Tisdale 2 Rock on Rim of Endeavour Crater, Sol 2690

Part of NASA Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity array of photovoltaic cells is visible in the foreground of this...

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NASA image: GRC-2014-C-01848
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Apr 28, 2010

GRC-2014-C-01848

Visit to the Manufacturing Facility by Administration, Faculty and Students from the Erie Huron Ottawa Vocational...

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NASA image: Time lapse of sunrise
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Jun 3, 2014

Time lapse of sunrise

ISS040-E-007073 (3 June 2014) --- Some 228 nautical miles above the home planet, one of the Expedition 40 crew...

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NASA image: P6 Truss solar array, SABB and PV Radiator  seen during EVA 3
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Aug 3, 2005

P6 Truss solar array, SABB and PV Radiator seen during EVA 3

Photograph documenting the P6 Truss Solar Array Wing (SAW), Mast Canisters, Photovoltaic (PV) Radiator and Solar...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1204
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Jun 24, 1998

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STS-97 Mission Specialists Joseph R. Tanner and Carlos I. Noriega check equipment of the International Space Station...

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NASA image: P6 Truss, Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Array Wing (SAW)
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Dec 7, 2000

P6 Truss, Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Array Wing (SAW)

STS097-376-019 (7 December 2000) --- A close-up view of the P6 solar array on the International Space Station (ISS),...

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NASA image: P6 Truss, Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Array Wing (SAW)
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Dec 7, 2000

P6 Truss, Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Array Wing (SAW)

STS097-376-006 (7 Dec 2000) --- A close-up view of the P6 solar array on the International Space Station (ISS),...

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NASA image: Energy Awareness Month - Residential Solar & Home Energy-Saving
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Oct 23, 2018

Energy Awareness Month - Residential Solar & Home Energy-Saving

Guest speaker John Sherwin shares a presentation featuring residential solar and home energy-saving methods during a...

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NASA image: KSC-08pd1832
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Jun 25, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – This map shows the area within NASA's Kennedy Space Center where a solar photovoltaic power...

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NASA image: KSC-08pd1834
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Jun 25, 2008

KSC-08pd1834

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – This map shows the two sites within NASA's Kennedy Space Center where a solar photovoltaic...

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NASA image: Reilly and Olivas on EVA 1 during STS-117
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Jun 11, 2007

Reilly and Olivas on EVA 1 during STS-117

S117-E-06899 (11 June 2007) --- Astronauts Jim Reilly (left) and John "Danny" Olivas (bottom right), both STS-117...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc154
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Jan 14, 1998

KSC-98pc154

The Photovoltaic Module 1 Integrated Equipment Assembly (IEA) is lowered into its workstand at Kennedy Space...

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NASA image: KSC00pp1426
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Sep 16, 2000

KSC00pp1426

During the STS-97 Crew Equipment Interface Test (CEIT), Mission Specialist Carlos Noriega (right) gets hands-on...

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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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