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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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Aug 24, 2007

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- A United Space Alliance external tank technician maps out the cutting area of the...

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Mar 26, 2004

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- This aerial photo shows the expanse of the Launch Complex 39 Area, bordered on the east by...

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Oct 29, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the White Room on Launch Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, STS-126...

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Mar 15, 2004

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - In the Orbiter Processing Facility, several workers check out the first Reinforced...

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Oct 28, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - On Launch Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, STS-126 Mission Specialist...

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Oct 28, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - On Launch Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, STS-126 Mission Specialist...

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Feb 24, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- An expanse of ocean is seen on the horizon as Liberty Star, one of NASA's solid rocket...

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NASA image: Both sides of the Atlantic Ocean are visible from Apollo 8 spacecraft
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Dec 22, 1968

Both sides of the Atlantic Ocean are visible from Apollo 8 spacecraft

AS08-16-2588 (21-27 Dec. 1968) --- Both sides of the Atlantic Ocean are visible in this view from Apollo 8...

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Oct 28, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – STS-126 crew members listen to instructions about landing of the slidewire basket (at right)...

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NASA image: NASA Rings Nasdaq Closing Bell after InSight Landing on Mars
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Nov 26, 2018

NASA Rings Nasdaq Closing Bell after InSight Landing on Mars

NASA Deputy Associate Administrator Melanie Saunders and former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino ring the closing bell...

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Oct 29, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Led by security, the Astrovan (center) with the STS-126 crew members aboard travels the road...

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Oct 29, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – On Launch Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, STS-126 Mission Specialist...

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Oct 28, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – On Launch Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the STS-126 crew listen to...

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Oct 27, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - At NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, STS-126 Mission Specialist Steve Bowen is ready to...

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Oct 29, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – On Launch Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in On Launch Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space...

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Oct 29, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Dressed in their launch-and-entry suits, the STS-126 crew members eagerly exit the Operations...

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Apr 3, 2002

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- While gathering with friends and family at the pad, the STS-110 crew poses in front of...

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NASA image: NASA's Juno Sees Changes at Masubi
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Dec 12, 2024

NASA's Juno Sees Changes at Masubi

The Stellar Reference Unit (SRU) on NASA's Juno spacecraft collected this visible wavelength image of Io's night...

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Apr 8, 1999

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Part of the $13 million expansion to KSC's Visitor Complex, the new information center...

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Oct 29, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – STS-126 Mission Specialist Steve Bowen checks the communication in his helmet during suit-up...

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Oct 29, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – On Launch Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, STS-126 Mission Specialists...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by the Expedition Seven crew
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Jun 14, 2003

Earth Observations taken by the Expedition Seven crew

ISS007-E-07360 (14 June 2003) --- This regional view of Salt Lake City, Utah taken by an Expedition 7 crewmember...

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Oct 27, 2008

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - At NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, STS-126 Mission Specialist Heidemarie...

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NASA image: KSC-99pp0400
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Apr 8, 1999

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- A host robot, Starquester 2000, helps describe for visitors the accomplishments of...

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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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