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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: STS-53 MS Clifford, in EMU, dons gloves with technicians' assistance at JSC
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Aug 4, 1992

STS-53 MS Clifford, in EMU, dons gloves with technicians' assistance at JSC

S92-42681 (28 July 1992) --- STS-53 Discovery, Orbiter Vehicle (OV) 103, Mission Specialist (MS) Michael R.U....

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NASA image: Astronaut Jack Lousma - Inflight Medical Support System (IMSS) - JSC
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Jan 1, 1973

Astronaut Jack Lousma - Inflight Medical Support System (IMSS) - JSC

S73-28423 (16 June 1973) --- Astronaut Jack R. Lousma, Skylab 3 pilot, reaches into a medical kit, part of the...

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Dec 3, 2007

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- STS-122 Commander Steve Frick waves from inside the cockpit of the shuttle training...

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Feb 15, 2001

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STS-102 Mission Specialist James Voss occupies seat 5 in orbiter Discovery, getting ready for a simulated countdown....

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Sep 13, 2024

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jsc2024e062111 (9/13/2024) --- The monitor displays the ion beam profile of Galactic Cosmic Ray Simulation (GCRSim)...

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Aug 21, 2012

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FINAL DEMONSTRATION OF A WIRELESS DATA TASK SUPPORTED BY SLS ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT USED TO DEMONSTRATE REAL-TIME...

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NASA image: KSC-07pd3539
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Dec 3, 2007

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- Dressed in his launch and entry suit, STS-122 Pilot Alan Poindexter climbs the steps...

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NASA image: E-10598
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Nov 5, 1963

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In this photo of the M2-F1 lifting body and the Paresev 1B on the ramp, the viewer sees two vehicles representing...

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NASA image: KSC-01pp1685
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Nov 9, 2001

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. - STS-108 Pilot Mark E. Kelly settles into his seat aboard Space Shuttle Endeavour prior...

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NASA image: CREW TRAINING - APOLLO XVI - KSC
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Apr 5, 1972

CREW TRAINING - APOLLO XVI - KSC

S72-33898 (22 March 1972) --- Astronaut Charles M. Duke Jr., Apollo 16 lunar module pilot, trains on a simulated...

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NASA image: Around Marshall
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Feb 6, 1986

Around Marshall

Preparing for the eventual launch of the Hubble Space Telescope (HST), an astronaut prepares himself for the...

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NASA image: ASTRONAUT BEAN, ALAN L -  SIMULATION - BLDG. 35 - COMMAND MODULE TRAINER  - JSC
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Feb 20, 1975

ASTRONAUT BEAN, ALAN L - SIMULATION - BLDG. 35 - COMMAND MODULE TRAINER - JSC

S75-21720 (14 Feb. 1975) --- Astronaut Alan L. Bean (foreground) and cosmonaut Aleksey A. Leonov participate in...

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May 14, 2008

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It was only a drill, but the scenario played out like a real space shuttle launch-day emergency. The ocean search...

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Nov 16, 2006

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- The STS-116 mission crew practices for launch with a simulation of activities, from...

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NASA image: A-3 Test Stand construction moves forward
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Jul 13, 2010

A-3 Test Stand construction moves forward

Work on the A-3 Test Stand at Stennis Space Center took a step forward in July with delivery of the first-stage...

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NASA image: STS-38 Mission Specialist (MS) Robert C. Springer dons EMU in JSC's WETF
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Feb 14, 1990

STS-38 Mission Specialist (MS) Robert C. Springer dons EMU in JSC's WETF

STS-38 Mission Specialist (MS) Robert C. Springer, wearing extravehicular mobility unit (EMU), fastens the strap on...

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Aug 15, 2000

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will be taking part in Terminal Countdown Demonstration Test activities, which include emergency egress training and...

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NASA image: Astronauts Young and Duke begin simulated lunar surface traverse at KSC
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Mar 2, 1972

Astronauts Young and Duke begin simulated lunar surface traverse at KSC

S72-30695 (22 Dec. 1971) --- Astronauts John W. Young, right, Apollo 16 commander, and Charles M. Duke Jr., lunar...

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NASA image: KSC-07pd3547
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Dec 3, 2007

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- STS-122 Commander Steve Frick (right) and Pilot Alan Poindexter (left) congratulate...

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NASA image: Astronauts Scott and Irwin shown on Lunar Roving Vehicle at KSC
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Jun 30, 1971

Astronauts Scott and Irwin shown on Lunar Roving Vehicle at KSC

S71-39867 (June 1971) --- Astronauts David R. Scott (right), commander, and James B. Irwin, lunar module pilot, are...

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NASA image: KSC-2013-3688
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Sep 12, 2013

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HOUSTON – Engineers and managers work inside a simulator of The Boeing Company's CST-100 spacecraft during...

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Dec 3, 2007

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KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. -- STS-122 Commander Steve Frick seems satisfied with the landing practice session he has...

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NASA image: Astronaut Stafford and Cosmonaut Leonov during joint crew training at JSC
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Feb 24, 1975

Astronaut Stafford and Cosmonaut Leonov during joint crew training at JSC

S75-21945 (24 Feb. 1975) --- Cosmonaut Aleksey A. Leonov (left) and astronaut Thomas P. Stafford take part in...

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Feb 15, 2001

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STS-102 Mission Specialist Andrew Thomas occupies seat 3 in orbiter Discovery, getting ready for a simulated...

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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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