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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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Jul 2, 2006

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Commentator Bruce Buckingham opens live coverage of the countdown for the second-day attempt to launch STS-121,...

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Dec 7, 2006

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Find out how each Discovery crew member became an astronaut in this video. On this mission, the crew will deliver...

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Mar 11, 2005

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Part of NASA's Return to Flight safety research is being carried out by a highly modified F-15B aircraft. NASA...

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Jul 1, 2006

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In the White Room at Launch Pad 39B, the closeout crew assists the astronauts as they, one by one, enter Discovery...

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Aug 26, 2006

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Jon Cowart hosts the STS-115 webcast. Learn more about Space Shuttle Atlantis, NASA's next mission to the...

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Dec 7, 2006

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Bruce Buckingham talks with Kennedy Space Center Director Jim Kennedy about Discovery's mission STS-116. On this...

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Dec 7, 2006

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This video shows the Discovery astronauts arriving at Kennedy Space Center to prepare for the launch of mission...

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Jul 4, 2006

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The seven STS-121 crew members, who hope to celebrate July 4th by launching aboard Discovery, suited up before...

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Dec 7, 2006

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Bruce Buckingham talks with Mission Payload Manager Debbie Hahn. On this mission, the crew will deliver truss...

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Dec 7, 2006

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NASA astronaut Garrett Reisman describes how Discovery is prepared for flight. On this mission, the crew will...

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Jul 5, 2006

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Hosted by Discovery Flow Manager Stephanie Stilson, this webcast takes the viewer behind the scenes as NASA prepares...

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Jun 25, 2004

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In another Florida first, NASA's Kennedy Space Center played host to a visit by the Stanley Cup. The Cup's visit was...

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Dec 7, 2006

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Learn about the STS-116 mission objectives in this video. On this mission, the crew will deliver truss segment P5 to...

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Dec 2, 2009

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Astronaut Nicole Stott's return aboard space shuttle Atlantis marked both a first and a last, as she became the...

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Jul 5, 2011

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As the Space Shuttle Program draws to a close, this video looks at the important role imagery plays in safe shuttle...

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Mar 29, 2005

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The International Space Station's research capabilities will get a boost when Space Shuttle Discovery makes its...

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Mar 25, 2005

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The crew of the Space Shuttle Discovery got some recent hands-on experience with equipment they will soon take into...

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Dec 5, 2005

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You're watching NASA Direct. Next on the NASA Space Shuttle Status Report: Getting ready - Orbiter Discovery gets...

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Jul 1, 2006

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From the Launch Control Center's Firing Room 4 at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, Commentator Bruce...

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Jul 17, 2006

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The six STS-121 crew members, led by Commander Steve Lindsey, exit the Crew Transport Vehicle and are greeted by...

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Dec 9, 2006

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The STS-116 astronauts are suited up and walk out of the Operations and Checkout Building waving to the cheering...

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Dec 7, 2006

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NASA Commentator, Bruce Buckingham begins launch coverage of mission STS-116. On this mission, the crew will deliver...

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Dec 9, 2006

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The Closeout Crew helps the astronauts with their gear and closes the hatch after they're securely seated. On the...

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Dec 7, 2006

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This video will describe the history of Space Shuttle Discovery and its role in NASA's space program. On this...

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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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