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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: KSC-98pc1701
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Nov 16, 1998

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Workers at the Shuttle Landing Facility watch as the canister carrying the U.S....

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1695
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Nov 16, 1998

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- NASA's "Super Guppy" aircraft arrives at the KSC Shuttle Landing Facility after...

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NASA image: KSC-03pp0148
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Jan 16, 2003

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - STS-107 Pilot William "Willie" McCool (center) gets help with his launch and entry suit...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1694
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Nov 13, 1998

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- NASA's "Super Guppy" aircraft arrives in KSC air space escorted by two T-38 aircraft...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1700
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Nov 16, 1998

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The open front end of NASA's "Super Guppy" aircraft at the Shuttle Landing Facility...

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NASA image: KSC-03pd0052
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Jan 12, 2003

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - After their arrival at KSC, STS-107 Payload Commander Michael Anderson (center) and...

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NASA image: KSC-03pp0144
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Jan 16, 2003

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- STS-107 Mission Specialist Kalpana Chawla gets help with her launch and entry suit...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1707
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Nov 16, 1998

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- In the last light before nightfall, workers watch as others check the fittings on the...

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NASA image: KSC-98pc1696
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Nov 16, 1998

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- NASA's "Super Guppy" aircraft rolls to a stop at the KSC Shuttle Landing Facility...

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NASA image: KSC-03pp0145
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Jan 16, 2003

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - STS-107 Mission Specialist Laurel Clark waves to a camera out of view during final...

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NASA image: Pathfinder over runway in Hawaii
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Aug 28, 1997

Pathfinder over runway in Hawaii

Pathfinder, NASA's solar-powered, remotely-piloted aircraft is shown while it was conducting a series of science...

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NASA image: Christina Koch: Space Station Scientist
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Feb 3, 2020

Christina Koch: Space Station Scientist

jsc2019m001258 - After almost a year in space, NASA astronaut Christina Koch is coming home. When Koch returns to...

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NASA image: Explorer 1 60th Anniversary
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Jan 31, 2018

Explorer 1 60th Anniversary

Michael Moloney, Director for Space and Aeronautics at the Space Studies Board and the Aeronautics and Space...

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NASA image: Earth Science
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Jan 31, 1996

Earth Science

The Near Earth Asteroid Rendezvous (NEAR) spacecraft embarks on a journey that will culminate in a close encounter...

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NASA image: Capturing the Lunar Flyby from Orion -- art002e014251
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Apr 6, 2026

Capturing the Lunar Flyby from Orion -- art002e014251

art002e014251 (April 6, 2026) – CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut and Artemis II Mission Specialist Jeremy...

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NASA image: Artemis II Lunar Targeting Plan in Action -- art002e016186
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Apr 6, 2026

Artemis II Lunar Targeting Plan in Action -- art002e016186

art002e016186 (April 6, 2026) – CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut and Artemis II Mission Specialist Jeremy...

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NASA image: Space Shuttle Projects
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Dec 8, 1997

Space Shuttle Projects

The STS-90 crew patch reflects the dedication of the mission to neuroscience in celebration of the decade of the...

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NASA image: NASA-ISRO Earth Science Instrument Payload Gets Send-Off Before It Heads to India (Video File)
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Feb 3, 2023

NASA-ISRO Earth Science Instrument Payload Gets Send-Off Before It Heads to India (Video File)

Video file for media and public use. It’s nearly time for the scientific heart of NISAR – an Earth science satellite...

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NASA image: NASA Anticipates Lunar Findings from Artemis Retroreflector
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Jan 2, 2025

NASA Anticipates Lunar Findings from Artemis Retroreflector

A science instrument flying aboard the next delivery for NASA’s CLPS (Commercial Lunar Payload Services) initiative...

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NASA image: NASA Anticipates Lunar Findings from Artemis Retroreflector
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Jan 2, 2025

NASA Anticipates Lunar Findings from Artemis Retroreflector

A science instrument flying aboard the next delivery for NASA’s CLPS (Commercial Lunar Payload Services) initiative...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-1627
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Feb 12, 2009

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VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- On Space Launch Complex 576-E at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, an...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-1624
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Feb 4, 2009

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VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Inside the Astrotech payload processing facility at Vandenberg Air Force Base...

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NASA image: NASA Science Live: On Ice [Episode 16]
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May 6, 2020

NASA Science Live: On Ice [Episode 16]

Join NASA ice experts as we discuss important science about Earth's icy regions, and how it can impact us here in...

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NASA image: KSC-2009-1625
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Feb 11, 2009

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VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- On Space Launch Complex 576-E at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, the...

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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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