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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: International Observe the Moon Night
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Oct 28, 2017

International Observe the Moon Night

A volunteer assists an eager participant at International Observe the Moon Night Oct. 28 at the U.S. Space & Rocket...

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NASA image: International Observe the Moon Night
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Oct 28, 2017

International Observe the Moon Night

Volunteer Billy Hix with his telescope at International Observe the Moon Night. The event, hosted by the Planetary...

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NASA image: Goddard Celebrates International Observe the Moon Night with Laser Show
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Dec 8, 2017

Goddard Celebrates International Observe the Moon Night with Laser Show

Goddard's Laser Ranging Facility directs a laser toward the Lunar Reconassaince Orbiter on International Observe the...

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NASA image: 1200979
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Sep 22, 2012

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DR. BILL COOKE, LEAD OF MARSHALL'S METEOROID ENVIRONMENTS OFFICE, TOOK VISITORS ON A TOUR OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM IN ONE...

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NASA image: Observe the Moon
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Oct 4, 2021

Observe the Moon

In celebration of International Observe the Moon Night 2021, NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter mission created...

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NASA image: What's Up: October 2019 Skywatching Tips from NASA
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Oct 1, 2019

What's Up: October 2019 Skywatching Tips from NASA

What can you see in the October sky? Join the global celebration of International Observe the Moon Night on Oct....

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NASA image: Bright Moons
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Jun 20, 2011

Bright Moons

NASA Cassini spacecraft observes three of Saturn moons set against the darkened night side of the planet. Seen here...

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NASA image: International Observe the Moon Night
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Oct 28, 2017

International Observe the Moon Night

Marshall engineer Naveen Vetcha with his telescope. The event, hosted by the Planetary Missions Program at NASA's...

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NASA image: International Observe the Moon Night
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Oct 28, 2017

International Observe the Moon Night

Marshall Space Flight Center retiree Ron Creel with young participant at LUROVA exhibit. The event, hosted by the...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by Expedition 38 crewmember
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Jan 29, 2014

Earth Observations taken by Expedition 38 crewmember

Night Earth Observations taken by Expedition 38 crewmember. Moon is visible. Image was released by astronaut on Twitter.

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NASA image: Earth Observation
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Aug 8, 2014

Earth Observation

Earth Observation taken during a night pass by the Expedition 40 crew aboard the International Space Station (ISS)....

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NASA image: Observe the Moon event
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Sep 19, 2015

Observe the Moon event

CAMILLE WILLIAMS, CS20, AND FAMILY VIEW THE MOON THROUGH TELESCOPE PROVIDED BY VON BRAUN ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY AT...

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NASA image: Earth Observation
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Sep 1, 2014

Earth Observation

Earth Observation taken during a night pass by the Expedition 40 crew aboard the International Space Station (ISS)....

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NASA image: ARC-2009-ACD09-0160-020
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Aug 1, 2009

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International Year of Asronomy 'Observe the Moon Night' public event on Shenandoah Plaza, located in NASA Research...

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NASA image: ARC-2009-ACD09-0160-006
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Aug 1, 2009

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International Year of Asronomy 'Observe the Moon Night' public event on Shenandoah Plaza, located in NASA Research...

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NASA image: ARC-2009-ACD09-0160-001
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Aug 1, 2009

ARC-2009-ACD09-0160-001

International Year of Asronomy 'Observe the Moon Night' public event on Shenandoah Plaza, located in NASA Research...

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NASA image: ARC-2009-ACD09-0160-007
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Aug 1, 2009

ARC-2009-ACD09-0160-007

International Year of Asronomy 'Observe the Moon Night' public event on Shenandoah Plaza, located in NASA Research...

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NASA image: NASA Measures ‘Moonlight’ to Improve Earth Observations
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Apr 29, 2025

NASA Measures ‘Moonlight’ to Improve Earth Observations

In March 2025, NASA pilots took the agency’s ER-2 science aircraft on a series of night flights over NASA’s...

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NASA image: 100 Lunar Days - Part II
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Oct 6, 2017

100 Lunar Days - Part II

In October of 2017, Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) celebrates one hundred days of collecting scientific data at...

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NASA image: 100 Lunar Days - Part I
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Oct 6, 2017

100 Lunar Days - Part I

In October of 2017, Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) celebrates one hundred days of collecting scientific data at...

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NASA image: Craters Along the Lunar Terminator
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Apr 6, 2026

Craters Along the Lunar Terminator

art002e014055 (April 6, 2026) - A close-up view of the Moon along the terminator—the boundary between lunar day and...

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NASA image: Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 23 Crew
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Apr 28, 2010

Earth Observations taken by the Expedition 23 Crew

ISS023-E-029061 (28 April 2010) --- City lights at night along the France-Italy border, Europe are featured in this...

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NASA image: Simulated View of Thermal Emissions from Europa
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Oct 11, 2024

Simulated View of Thermal Emissions from Europa

This image is a simulation of how NASA's Europa Clipper will understand which areas of the Jovian moon Europa are...

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NASA image: Shadows at the Edge of Lunar Day
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Apr 6, 2026

Shadows at the Edge of Lunar Day

art002e009281 (April 6, 2026) – The Artemis II crew captures a portion of the Moon coming into view along 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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