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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: Mercury capsule in Spin Tunnel
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Sep 11, 1959

Mercury capsule in Spin Tunnel

Mercury capsule in Spin Tunnel

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NASA image: Mercury capsule in Spin Tunnel
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Sep 11, 1959

Mercury capsule in Spin Tunnel

Mercury capsule in Spin Tunnel

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NASA image: Multi Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV) Model
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May 23, 2013

Multi Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV) Model

The tethered Multi Mission Earth Entry Vehicle model while being tested in the Vertical Spin Tunnel at NASA Langely...

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NASA image: Multi Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV) Model
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May 23, 2013

Multi Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV) Model

NASA Langley engineer, Clinton Duncan maintains controls of the tethered Multi Mission Earth Entry Vehicle model...

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerial of NASA Langley East side spin tunnel and wind tunnel

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerial of NASA Langley East side spin tunnel and wind tunnel

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerial of NASA Langley East side spin tunnel and wind tunnel

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerial of NASA Langley East side spin tunnel and wind tunnel

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center east side with spin tunnel

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center east side with spin tunnel

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center east side with spin tunnel

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center east side with spin tunnel

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NASA image: LRC-2025-OCIO_P-02515.TIF
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Jul 21, 2025

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Photo of Sue Grafton taken in advance of the Flight Dynamic Research Facility's (FDRF) ribbon cutting. Sue started...

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NASA image: NASA Engineer Sue Grafton
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Jul 21, 2025

NASA Engineer Sue Grafton

Sue Grafton, NASA engineer poses in advance of the Flight Dynamic Research Facility's (FDRF) grand opening. Sue...

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerial of NASA Langley East side spin tunnel and wind tunnel

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerial of NASA Langley East side spin tunnel and wind tunnel

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerial of NASA Langley East side spin tunnel and wind tunnel

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerial of NASA Langley East side spin tunnel and wind tunnel

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NASA image: Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center
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Jun 19, 2012

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center

Aerials of NASA Langley Research Center east side with spin tunnel

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NASA image: 1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV)
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Jan 9, 2013

1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV)

1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV): Tethered and free flying test in 20 foot Vertical Spin Tunnel

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NASA image: 1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV)
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May 20, 2013

1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV)

1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV): Tethered and free flying test in 20 foot Vertical Spin Tunnel

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NASA image: ARC-1968-A-41372
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Aug 20, 1968

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2-Prop. R.C.F. (Rotating Cylinder Flap) in 40 x 80ft. wind tunnel - overhead view propeller spinning with Chuck Greco.

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NASA image: 1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV)
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May 17, 2013

1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV)

1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV): Tethered and free flying test in 20 foot Vertical Spin Tunnel

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NASA image: 1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV)
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Jan 9, 2013

1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV)

1.2 meter Multi-Mission Earth Entry Vehicle (MMEEV): Tethered and free flying test in 20 foot Vertical Spin Tunnel

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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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