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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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May 6, 2006

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Henry "Hank" Hartsfield Jr. (left), Brewster H. Shaw Jr. (third from left) and Charles...

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NASA image: 70th International Astronautical Congress
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Oct 23, 2019

70th International Astronautical Congress

NASA astronauts Doug Wheelock, left, Alvin Drew, second from right, Jeanette Epps, right, and former astronauts...

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NASA image: 70th International Astronautical Congress
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Oct 23, 2019

70th International Astronautical Congress

A student asks a panel of NASA astronauts including Doug Wheelock, Alvin Drew, Jeanette Epps, and former astronauts...

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Oct 23, 2019

70th International Astronautical Congress

NASA astronauts Jeanette Epps, left, Alvin Drew, second from left, Doug Wheelock, right, and former astronauts Bob...

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NASA image: Charlie Duke and Nicole Stott Visit KSC
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May 10, 2021

Charlie Duke and Nicole Stott Visit KSC

From left to right, Nicole Stott (black shirt back facing camera), NASA Astronaut (former); Adam Leppek, ARES...

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NASA image: Charlie Duke and Nicole Stott Visit KSC
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May 10, 2021

Charlie Duke and Nicole Stott Visit KSC

From left to right, Tiffany Nail, KSC Protocol Officer; Nicole Stott, NASA Astronaut (former); Dottie Duke, wife of...

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Aug 29, 2014

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A wreath honoring former NASA astronaut Steven R. Nagel is displayed beside his photo at the...

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NASA image: National Space Council Users' Advisory Group
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Jun 19, 2018

National Space Council Users' Advisory Group

Users' Advisory Group members, from left, Dennis Muilenburg, CEO of the Boeing Company; Eileen Collins, former NASA...

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Aug 29, 2014

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A wreath honoring former NASA astronaut Steven R. Nagel is displayed beside his photo at the...

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May 3, 2014

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Former NASA shuttle astronaut and space explorer Shannon Lucid was inducted into the U.S....

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May 3, 2014

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Former NASA shuttle astronaut and space explorer Shannon Lucid was inducted into the U.S....

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NASA image: Letter of Intent Signing Between NASA and the Australian Space A
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Sep 21, 2019

Letter of Intent Signing Between NASA and the Australian Space A

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, second from left, poses for a picture with NASA astronaut Alvin Drew,...

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Apr 12, 2011

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- NASA Astronaut Kay Hire and former NASA Astronauts Sam Durrance and Bob Springer take a...

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NASA image: Women's Caucus Event on Artemis
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Sep 11, 2019

Women's Caucus Event on Artemis

NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine, former astronaut and current director of NASA’s Glenn Research Center, Dr. Janet...

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May 3, 2014

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Former space shuttle astronaut and space explorer Jerry Ross was inducted into the U.S....

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May 3, 2014

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Former space shuttle astronaut and space explorer Jerry Ross was inducted into the U.S....

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May 5, 2012

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – At NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida, space shuttle astronaut and U.S....

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May 5, 2012

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – At NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida, Astronaut Scholarship Foundation...

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NASA image: KSC-2012-2721
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May 5, 2012

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – At NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida, Astronaut Scholarship Foundation...

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NASA image: KSC-2012-2726
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May 5, 2012

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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – At NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida, Astronaut Scholarship Foundation...

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NASA image: VP Harris Hosts NASA, Disney Pixar for STEM Events
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Jun 17, 2022

VP Harris Hosts NASA, Disney Pixar for STEM Events

Vice President Kamala Harris gives remarks as NASA astronauts Tom Marshburn, Jasmin Moghbeli, Stephanie Wilson, and...

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NASA image: The Color of Space Documentary Screening
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Jun 18, 2022

The Color of Space Documentary Screening

Former NASA astronaut Leland Melvin poses with attendees prior to the screening of the NASA produced documentary...

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NASA image: The Color of Space Documentary Screening
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Jun 18, 2022

The Color of Space Documentary Screening

Former NASA astronaut Leland Melvin gives remarks prior to the screening of the NASA produced documentary “The Color...

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NASA image: VP Harris Hosts NASA, Disney Pixar for STEM Events
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Jun 17, 2022

VP Harris Hosts NASA, Disney Pixar for STEM Events

Vice President Kamala Harris gives remarks as NASA astronauts Tom Marshburn, Jasmin Moghbeli, Stephanie Wilson, and...

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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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