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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: 61-mr4-60(s)
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Jul 20, 1961

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- AWAITING ORDERS to proceed to the launching site for Project Mercury's second attempt...

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NASA image: KSC-2013-1348
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Feb 1, 2013

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Kennedy Space Center employees and guests gathered at the Space Mirror Memorial at the...

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NASA image: KSC-07pd0181
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Jan 27, 2007

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The Space Mirror Memorial, seen in profile, is reflected in the nearby lake at the KSC...

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NASA image: James Webb Space Telescope Briefing
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Jan 8, 2022

James Webb Space Telescope Briefing

Deputy Program Manager, Northrop Grumman, Vince Heeg answers questions from the media during a briefing following...

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NASA image: KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -  Roses and a floral wreath adorn the Space Memorial Mirror following a memorial service for the crew of Columbia.  Feb. 1 is the one-year anniversary of the loss of the crew and orbiter Columbia in a tragic accident as the ship returned to Earth following mission STS-107. The public was invited to the memorial service, which included comments by Center Director Jim Kennedy and Executive Director of Florida Space Authority Winston Scott.  Scott is a former astronaut who flew on Columbia in 1997.
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Feb 1, 2004

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Roses and a floral wreath adorn the Space Memorial Mirror following a memorial service for the crew of Columbia. Feb. 1 is the one-year anniversary of the loss of the crew and orbiter Columbia in a tragic accident as the ship returned to Earth following mission STS-107. The public was invited to the memorial service, which included comments by Center Director Jim Kennedy and Executive Director of Florida Space Authority Winston Scott. Scott is a former astronaut who flew on Columbia in 1997.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Roses and a floral wreath adorn the Space Memorial Mirror following a memorial service...

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NASA image: KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -  Center Director Jim Kennedy speaks to attendees at a memorial service honoring the crew of Columbia.  He stands in front of the Space Memorial Mirror at the KSC Visitor Complex.  Feb. 1 is the one-year anniversary of the loss of the crew and orbiter Columbia in a tragic accident as the ship returned to Earth following mission STS-107.  Attended by many friends, co-workers and families, the memorial service was also open to the public.
Image
Feb 1, 2004

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Center Director Jim Kennedy speaks to attendees at a memorial service honoring the crew of Columbia. He stands in front of the Space Memorial Mirror at the KSC Visitor Complex. Feb. 1 is the one-year anniversary of the loss of the crew and orbiter Columbia in a tragic accident as the ship returned to Earth following mission STS-107. Attended by many friends, co-workers and families, the memorial service was also open to the public.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Center Director Jim Kennedy speaks to attendees at a memorial service honoring the crew...

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NASA image: KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -  Winston Scott, executive director of Florida Space Authority, speaks to attendees at a memorial service honoring the crew of Columbia.  He stands in front of the Space Memorial Mirror at the KSC Visitor Complex.  Feb. 1 is the one-year anniversary of the loss of the crew and orbiter Columbia in a tragic accident as the ship returned to Earth following mission STS-107.  Scott is a former astronaut who flew on Columbia in 1997.  Attended by many friends, co-workers and families, the memorial service was also open to the public.
Image
Feb 1, 2004

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Winston Scott, executive director of Florida Space Authority, speaks to attendees at a memorial service honoring the crew of Columbia. He stands in front of the Space Memorial Mirror at the KSC Visitor Complex. Feb. 1 is the one-year anniversary of the loss of the crew and orbiter Columbia in a tragic accident as the ship returned to Earth following mission STS-107. Scott is a former astronaut who flew on Columbia in 1997. Attended by many friends, co-workers and families, the memorial service was also open to the public.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Winston Scott, executive director of Florida Space Authority, speaks to attendees at a...

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NASA image: KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -  Following the memorial service for the crew of Columbia at the Space Memorial Mirror, a visitor leaves a rose bouquet behind. Feb. 1 is the one-year anniversary of the loss of the crew and orbiter Columbia in a tragic accident as the ship returned to Earth following mission STS-107. The public was invited to the memorial service, held in the KSC Visitor Complex, which included comments by Center Director Jim Kennedy and Executive Director of Florida Space Authority Winston Scott.  Scott is a former astronaut who flew on Columbia in 1997.
Image
Feb 1, 2004

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Following the memorial service for the crew of Columbia at the Space Memorial Mirror, a visitor leaves a rose bouquet behind. Feb. 1 is the one-year anniversary of the loss of the crew and orbiter Columbia in a tragic accident as the ship returned to Earth following mission STS-107. The public was invited to the memorial service, held in the KSC Visitor Complex, which included comments by Center Director Jim Kennedy and Executive Director of Florida Space Authority Winston Scott. Scott is a former astronaut who flew on Columbia in 1997.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Following the memorial service for the crew of Columbia at the Space Memorial Mirror, a...

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NASA image: How Solar Flares Affect Earth
Video
Nov 16, 2017

How Solar Flares Affect Earth

A team of scientists —led by Laura Hayes, a solar physicist who splits her time between NASA Goddard and Trinity...

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NASA image: KSC-99pp0415
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Apr 14, 1999

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Students Scott Kerley and Bryan Geer demonstrate how they polished mirrors for STARSHINE, a student spacecraft built...

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NASA image: KSC-2013-1350
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Feb 1, 2013

KSC-2013-1350

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A wreath was placed at the Space Mirror Memorial by Sandra Anderson, widow of Columbia...

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NASA image: 2017 A Day of Remembrance
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Jan 26, 2017

2017 A Day of Remembrance

Following Kennedy Space Center's Day of Remembrance ceremony in the Center for Space Education at the Kennedy...

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NASA image: A Day of Remembrance
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Jan 26, 2017

A Day of Remembrance

Early morning sunlight illuminates the Space Mirror Memorial at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida,...

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NASA image: KSC-03pd2211
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Jul 23, 2003

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - An aerial view of the KSC Visitor Complex shows the Shuttle Plaza at left, with the...

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NASA image: CDR Cockrell and PLT Polansky shave on Atlantis middeck
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Feb 10, 2001

CDR Cockrell and PLT Polansky shave on Atlantis middeck

STS98-E-5073 (10 February 2001) --- Astronauts Kenneth D. Cockrell (foreground), STS-98 mission commander, and Mark...

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NASA image: STS-125 MS5 Feustel and MS3 Grunsfeld during EVA1
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May 14, 2009

STS-125 MS5 Feustel and MS3 Grunsfeld during EVA1

S125-E-007221 (14 May 2009) --- What appears to be a number of astronauts, because of the shiny mirror-like surface...

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NASA image: KSC-08pd0336
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Feb 15, 2008

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The dark water of the turn basin at NASA's Kennedy Space Center mirrors the night...

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NASA image: Astronaut Virgil I. Gus Grissom in Space Suit
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Mar 27, 1961

Astronaut Virgil I. Gus Grissom in Space Suit

Gus Grissom trying on a Spacesuit; Seated with assistant; Seated with assistant putting on boots; Standing by...

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NASA image: A Day of Remembrance 2019
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Feb 7, 2019

A Day of Remembrance 2019

A memorial wreath stands before the Space Mirror Memorial at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex during this...

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Image
Apr 1, 2010

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NASA ADMINISTRATOR CHARLES BOLDEN LISTENS AS BALL AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION PRINCIPLE OPTICAL ENGINEER DAVE...

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NASA image: A Day of Remembrance
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Jan 26, 2017

A Day of Remembrance

A wreath is placed near the Space Mirror Memorial at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in preparation for...

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NASA image: Science off the Sphere: 1.21 Legowatts (Van de Graaf Generator)
Image
May 12, 2012

Science off the Sphere: 1.21 Legowatts (Van de Graaf Generator)

ISS031-E-035391 (12 May 2012) --- NASA astronaut Don Pettit, Expedition 31 flight engineer, took this picture of a...

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NASA image: NASA Day of Remembrance Wreath Laying Ceremony
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Jan 30, 2020

NASA Day of Remembrance Wreath Laying Ceremony

The audience looks on during the NASA Day of Remembrance ceremony at the Space Mirror Memorial in the Kennedy Space...

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NASA image: KSC-08pd0337
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Feb 15, 2008

KSC-08pd0337

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The dark water of the turn basin at NASA's Kennedy Space Center mirrors the night...

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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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