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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: Landsat 9 Prepares for Launch
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Sep 27, 2021

Landsat 9 Prepares for Launch

The United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket with the Landsat 9 satellite onboard is seen, Monday, Sept. 27,...

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NASA image: Pilot Fullerton in ejection escape suit (EES) on aft flight deck
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Mar 30, 1982

Pilot Fullerton in ejection escape suit (EES) on aft flight deck

STS003-31-290 (30 March 1982) --- Astronaut Gordon Fullerton, STS-3 pilot, wearing communications kit assembly...

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NASA image: Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-135 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver
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Jul 10, 2011

Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-135 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver

ISS028-E-015601 (10 July 2011) --- This is one of a series of images showing various parts of the space shuttle...

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NASA image: Gerst during EVA
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Oct 7, 2014

Gerst during EVA

ISS041-E-067002 (7 Oct. 2014) --- NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman, Expedition 41 flight engineer, participates in a...

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NASA image: CCP Crew Access Arm Arrival
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Aug 11, 2016

CCP Crew Access Arm Arrival

A heavy-lift transport truck, carrying the Crew Access Arm for Space Launch Complex 41, backs up toward Complex 41...

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NASA image: Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-134 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver
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May 18, 2011

Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-134 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver

ISS027-E-032532 (18 May 2011) --- This view of the space shuttle Endeavour’s starboard wing was provided by an...

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NASA image: KSC-00pp0554
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Apr 23, 2000

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. -- The Rotating Service Structure (left) begins rolling back from Space Shuttle Atlantis...

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NASA image: KSC-00padig009
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Mar 28, 2000

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- A baby owl displays its wings at the photographer snapping its picture. The owl was...

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NASA image: Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-133 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver
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Feb 26, 2011

Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-133 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver

ISS026-E-029987 (26 Feb. 2011) --- This view of the nose, the forward underside and crew cabin of the space shuttle...

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NASA image: Wiseman during EVA
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Oct 7, 2014

Wiseman during EVA

ISS041-E-067002 (7 Oct. 2014) --- NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman, Expedition 41 flight engineer, participates in a...

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NASA image: jsc2010e171443
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Sep 30, 2010

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JSC2010-E-171443 (30 Sept. 2010) --- NASA astronauts Steve Lindsey (back to camera), STS-133 commander; Eric Boe...

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NASA image: Artemis II Sunrise
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Jan 28, 2026

Artemis II Sunrise

The Sun rises as NASA’s Artemis II SLS (Space Launch System) rocket and Orion spacecraft stand vertical at Launch...

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NASA image: iss028e050091
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Sep 15, 2011

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ISS028-E-050091 (15 Sept. 2011) --- Expedition 29 crew members bid farewell to Expedition 28 crew members in the...

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NASA image: STS-111 Food Testing
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Aug 27, 2001

STS-111 Food Testing

JSC2001-E-25712 (27 August 2001) --- The STS-111 crewmembers are briefed by dietitian Gloria Mongan with Lockheed...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-5249
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Sep 25, 2009

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – The Ares I-X rocket stands tall inside NASA Kennedy Space Center's Vehicle Assembly Building...

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NASA image: Parker Solar Probe Prelaunch
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Aug 10, 2018

Parker Solar Probe Prelaunch

The United Launch Alliance Delta IV Heavy rocket with the Parker Solar Probe onboard is seen shortly after the...

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NASA image: Wiseman during EVA
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Oct 7, 2014

Wiseman during EVA

ISS041-E-067002 (7 Oct. 2014) --- NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman, Expedition 41 flight engineer, participates in a...

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NASA image: Heroes and Legends Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
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Nov 11, 2016

Heroes and Legends Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Kennedy Space Center Director Bob Cabana is introduced along with other members of the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame...

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NASA image: Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-135 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver  
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Jul 10, 2011

Mapping Sequence performed during the STS-135 R-Bar Pitch Maneuver  

ISS028-E-015147 (10 July 2011) --- This is one of a series of images showing various parts of the space shuttle...

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NASA image: ORION Media Event at LASF
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Dec 19, 2014

ORION Media Event at LASF

NASA's Orion spacecraft is viewed by members of the media at the Launch Abort System Facility at NASA's Kennedy...

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NASA image: Exterior view of ISS during EVA 28
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Oct 15, 2014

Exterior view of ISS during EVA 28

ISS041-E-067002 (7 Oct. 2014) --- NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman, Expedition 41 flight engineer, participates in a...

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NASA image: KSC-01padig-237
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Jul 2, 2001

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. -- This high-level view shows the crawler transporter (right) as it is backing away from...

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NASA image: KSC-2012-5122
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Sep 14, 2012

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Space shuttle Endeavour is towed to the Mate-Demate Device, or MDD, at NASA's Kennedy Space...

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NASA image: Artemis II Orion Spacecraft in FAST Cell for Final Checkouts
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Dec 15, 2024

Artemis II Orion Spacecraft in FAST Cell for Final Checkouts

The Orion spacecraft for NASA’s Artemis II mission undergoes checkouts in the Final Assembly and System Testing...

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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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