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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-99pp1313
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Nov 15, 1999

KSC-99pp1313

STS-103 Mission Specialist C. Michael Foale (Ph.D.) is ready to take his turn at driving a small armored personnel...

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NASA image: KSC-99padig055
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Dec 19, 1999

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(Nikon camera D1 test)The blazing light of Space Shuttle Discovery's launch turns night into day at Launch Pad 39B...

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NASA image: KSC-99padig054
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Dec 19, 1999

KSC-99padig054

(Nikon camera D1 test)The blazing light of Space Shuttle Discovery's launch turns night into day at Launch Pad 39B....

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NASA image: KSC-99pp1476
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Dec 19, 1999

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Turning night into day, the brilliance of Space Shuttle Discovery's launch is reflected in the waters nearby....

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NASA image: KSC-99padig036
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Nov 13, 1999

KSC-99padig036

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Towering atop the mobile launcher platform and crawler transporter, Space Shuttle...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC804
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May 15, 1997

KSC-97PC804

The Space Shuttle Atlantis turns night into day for a few moments as it lifts off on May 15 at 4:07:48 a.m. EDT from...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC805
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May 15, 1997

KSC-97PC805

The Space Shuttle Atlantis turns night into day for a few moments as it lifts off on May 15 at 4:07:48 a.m. EDT from...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC801
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May 15, 1997

KSC-97PC801

The Space Shuttle Atlantis turns night into day for a few moments as it lifts off on May 15 at 4:07:48 a.m. EDT from...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC802
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May 15, 1997

KSC-97PC802

The Space Shuttle Atlantis turns night into day for a few moments as it lifts off on May 15 at 4:07:48 a.m. EDT from...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC799
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May 15, 1997

KSC-97PC799

The Space Shuttle Atlantis turns night into day for a few moments as it lifts off on May 15 at 4:07:48 a.m. EDT from...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC798
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May 15, 1997

KSC-97PC798

The Space Shuttle Atlantis turns night into day for a few moments as it lifts off on May 15 at 4:07:48 a.m. EDT from...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC803
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May 15, 1997

KSC-97PC803

The Space Shuttle Atlantis turns night into day for a few moments as it lifts off on May 15 at 4:07:48 a.m. EDT from...

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NASA image: KSC-97PC800
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May 15, 1997

KSC-97PC800

The Space Shuttle Atlantis turns night into day for a few moments as it lifts off on May 15 at 4:07:48 a.m. EDT from...

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NASA image: X-31 Being Loaded into C-5 Cargo Plane
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May 22, 1995

X-31 Being Loaded into C-5 Cargo Plane

The X-31 Enhanced Fighter Maneuverability Technology Demonstrator Aircraft, based at the NASA Dryden Flight Research...

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NASA image: EC94-42513-3
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Mar 15, 1994

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The three thrust-vectoring aircraft at Edwards, California, each capable of flying at extreme angles of attack,...

AFRC
NASA image: X-31 Wing Storage for Shipping
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May 18, 1995

X-31 Wing Storage for Shipping

The right wing of the X-31 Enhanced Fighter Maneuverability Technology Demonstrator Aircraft is seen here being put...

AFRC
NASA image: EC94-42513-3
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Mar 15, 1994

EC94-42513-3

The three thrust-vectoring aircraft at Edwards, California, each capable of flying at extreme angles of attack,...

AFRC
NASA image: X-31 Engine Fit Check
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Mar 3, 1998

X-31 Engine Fit Check

X-31 team members perform an engine fit check on the X-31 Enhanced Fighter Maneuverability demonstrator aircraft in...

AFRC
NASA image: NASA's Hubble Captures the Beating Heart of the Crab Nebula
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Dec 8, 2017

NASA's Hubble Captures the Beating Heart of the Crab Nebula

Peering deep into the core of the Crab Nebula, this close-up image reveals the beating heart of one of the most...

GSFC
NASA image: The Martian Prime Meridian -- Longitude "Zero"
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Feb 8, 2001

The Martian Prime Meridian -- Longitude "Zero"

On Earth, the longitude of the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, England is defined as the "prime meridian," or the...

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NASA image: Hubble Reveals Stellar Fireworks in ‘Skyrocket’ Galaxy
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Jun 29, 2016

Hubble Reveals Stellar Fireworks in ‘Skyrocket’ Galaxy

Fireworks shows are not just confined to Earth’s skies. NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has captured a spectacular...

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NASA image: Hubble Reveals Stellar Fireworks in ‘Skyrocket’ Galaxy
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Dec 8, 2017

Hubble Reveals Stellar Fireworks in ‘Skyrocket’ Galaxy

Fireworks shows are not just confined to Earth’s skies. NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has captured a spectacular...

GSFC
Audio
Feb 21, 2025

Ep373_Intuitive Machines Returns To The Moon

Ep373 Intuitive Machines Returns To The Moon Leah Cheshier (Host) Houston, we have a podcast. Welcome to 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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